How do I apply for a CSCS Card in the United Kingdom?
What is a CSCS card?
A CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card is physical proof that you are rightly qualified and have the appropriate training to work safely on-site. Although they are not a legislative requirement, employers across the UK are making CSCS services mandatory for working on a construction site. There are over a dozen type of CSCS cards that reflect the different occupations and qualifications within the construction sector, ranging from trainee to managerial roles.
Before Applying for CSCS card – Complete a CITB test
Before you apply for CSCS card in the UK, you must have completed a CITB Health, Safety and Environment test within the last 2 years of your card application. If you have not completed a CITB test, they can be found at credible affiliate sites, such as Construction Helpline, that offer a range of specified health and safety tests for roles within the construction industry.
If you have already completed a CITB test within the last 2 years, it is important to have proof that you have completed the test. By providing a scanned copy of your qualification certificate accompanied with a profile photo ID that you should’ve taken when passing your tests, you will be able to apply for a CSCS card in the UK with ease.
Online
You can apply for a CSCS card online via our website through the following link. In our efforts to digitise health and safety education within the industry, applying online is considerably quicker and easier than any other method, while also being the most convenient to you. All you need to do is provide your contact information and you will be forwarded all the information pages needed to help you decide which CSCS card is best suited for you.
By Phone
It is also possible to apply for a CSCS card via phone by contacting us on 020 7199 9800. From here, one of our trained members will provide you with relevant information on what CSCS cards we offer and which card will be appropriate for your career path.
Summary
There is a variety of ways to apply for a CSCS card in the United Kingdom, so do not delay and apply for your CSCS card to open new career opportunities today at construction helpline!