CITB Employer Network Funding Scheme – 70% to 100% Funded (Construction Training)
The CITB Employer Network Funding Scheme: Supporting Construction Businesses is up to 100% funding for various construction training courses.
The CITB Employer Network Funding scheme is a targeted initiative designed to support construction businesses by addressing their training and development needs. Administered by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB), this scheme aims to empower employers to create a more skilled workforce, increase productivity, and support industry growth. It is especially beneficial for small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that may struggle to access or afford tailored training opportunities.
This funding scheme can be up to 100% funding, depending on the course decided, the size of the organisation and other factors. You can enquire for more information.
Who Is the CITB Employer Network Funding Scheme For?
This funding scheme is open to employers operating within the construction industry in Great Britain who are registered with CITB and meet specific eligibility criteria. It is particularly aimed at:
- SMEs and Micro-Businesses: Smaller construction businesses often have limited resources to invest in workforce development. The funding helps these organisations implement cost-effective, high-quality training programs tailored to their operational needs.
- Larger Employers Seeking Collaboration: Larger companies can also participate, especially if they are looking to collaborate with smaller firms within their supply chains to address shared skill gaps.
- Sector-Specific Groups: Employers working within specialised areas of construction, such as roofing, scaffolding, or civil engineering, can benefit from training initiatives that address niche requirements.
- Collaborative Groups: The scheme supports groups of employers who wish to pool resources and collectively develop training solutions for common challenges.
How to Access the CITB Employer Network Funding Scheme
Employers seeking to access the funding can follow these steps:
- Check Eligibility: Ensure that your business is CITB-registered and up to date with Levy payments. The funding is exclusive to CITB-registered businesses, so verifying your registration is crucial.
- Identify Training Needs: Assess your organisation’s skills gaps and training priorities. CITB provides tools like the Skills and Training Fund Toolkit to help employers identify their requirements effectively.
- Join an Employer Network: The scheme encourages collaboration among businesses. You can join or form an employer network to work on shared objectives. CITB-approved networks often include regional or sector-specific employer groups.
- Submit a Proposal: Work with your network to create a proposal outlining the training needs, objectives, and potential benefits. The proposal should include details about the training providers, expected outcomes, and how the initiative aligns with CITB’s objectives.
- Apply for Funding: Applications for funding are submitted directly to CITB. Ensure you provide all required documentation and evidence to support your application. CITB provides guidance throughout the process to improve your chances of success.
- Deliver and Report: Once funding is approved, the training program can begin. Employers are required to report progress and outcomes to CITB to demonstrate the effectiveness of the initiative.
What Is the Scheme About?
The CITB Employer Network Funding scheme is about fostering collaboration among construction businesses to solve common challenges related to skills and training. By pooling resources and expertise, employers can create tailored, high-impact training solutions that benefit individual businesses and the broader industry.
The initiative focuses on:
- Addressing Skill Shortages: Helping businesses equip their workforce with in-demand skills.
- Encouraging Collaboration: Promoting partnerships within the industry to tackle shared challenges.
- Improving Accessibility: Making training affordable and accessible, particularly for SMEs.
- Driving Innovation: Encouraging the development of innovative training methods and technologies.
- Supporting Business Growth: Enhancing workforce capability to boost productivity and profitability.
In summary, the CITB Employer Network Funding scheme is a valuable resource for construction businesses looking to improve their training capabilities, collaborate effectively, and drive industry growth. By participating, employers can ensure their workforce is prepared to meet current and future demands.
What courses do we currently provider under the scheme?
- Robotic total station training
- Total station for construction
- Environmental Awareness in Construction
- Controller of Site Safety (Initial)
- Working at Height Novice
- Ladder and Stepladder Use
- Plant and vehicle marshaller (novice)
- Plant and vehicle marshaller (experienced)
- Leadership and management practice in construction – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- Delivery of site operations and logistics – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- Achieving performance through people – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- Understanding commercial awareness – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- Handling difficult situations – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- Understanding training and coaching in construction – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- Understanding organising and delegating in construction – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- Planning and monitoring work in construction – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- Solving problems and making decisions – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- Developing yourself as a team leader – (must be delivered by approved provider)
- CDM 2015 for principal designers – refresher
- CDM 2015 for principal contractors – refresher
- CDM 2015 for clients – refresher
- CDM 2015 awareness – refresher
- Project management in construction intermediate
- Leadership in construction project management
- Environmental management in construction
- Health and safety in construction site management
- Health and safety in construction site management – refresher
- Health and safety in construction site supervision
- Health and safety in construction site supervision – refresher
- CDM 2015 for clients
- CDM 2015 awareness
- CDM 2015 for principal contractors
- CDM 2015 for principal designers
- CAD for site engineers
- Ladders and Stepladders for Managers
- Ladders and Stepladders for Instructors
- Introduction to health and safety in construction
- And more!
Contact us for more info either through phoning 029 21 156 603 or emailing info@careerchangewales.co.uk. We can offer our courses through face to face at our office (5-7 Museum Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BD), through Zoom or at your venue if you have a minimum number of candidates.
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