The CITB Employer Network is a CITB funding initiative that construction companies of various sizes can use to improve their construction skills. The amount of funding available to each business every 12 months, depends on the number of staff. We’ve found for micro/SME employers, the typical annual training allowance seems to be £2,500 – £10,000. 50% of the cost of training is funded by the CITB and you pay the remaining 50%. As a CITB Approved Training Organisation, our remote access CAD and Estimating courses qualify for consideration for funding. The HBXL Skills Academy is here to help you with the funding application process. Complete the short form to request a conversation. We’re happy to help! Check out the Q & A below.
What you need to know
How much does it cost?
Our 40-hour CITB courses cost £2500+VAT. If you meet the necessary criteria the CITB will fund £1250 and you contribute £1250. A deposit is payable up-front to secure your place on the course. Whilst CITB are unable to refund the deposit in the event of funding being unavailable, the HBXL Skills Academy can reimburse you. Eligibility is explained below. You can also self-fund the course, subject to meeting the criteria of HBXL.
Am I eligible for the course?
To be eligible you must be CITB registered, and up-to-date with Levy Returns. You must have less than 250 employees and have completed previous projects paid for by the CITB. Trainees must be 18+. Register your interest here with the HBXL Skills Academy. We will then direct you to your CITB advisor who will manage the process and confirm your funding approval. We will support you through the process by answering any questions you may have.
What if I'm not CITB registered?
To apply for funding from CITB you need to be “engaged wholly or mainly in construction industry activities” when construction activities take up more than half of your total employees’ time (including subcontractors). If that’s you then you need to register your business with CITB before we can enrol you on the course. Find out more here. And take a look at the CITB Levy Calculator. And finally here’s the CITB registration form.
Is it right for me?
We’ll have a call with you to check you can realistically commit to attending each session and find time for the homework. But equally importantly:
- Do you want to upskill / have an upskilled workforce? Do you want to improve employee retention? Attract more employees? Will your business benefit from this course?
- Do you have a positive mindset and a real interest in learning new things?
What will I need for the CITB course?
- Windows laptop/computer (for software package installation) – if you have an Apple Mac computer you will need Parallels.
- Broadband access
- Video access i.e. Microsoft Teams/Zoom for training and meetings with course tutor.
What forms will I fill out?
If all goes well with our phone call and initial eligibility checks, we move on to the form filling. We’ll email you all the form and documents. We promise to make it as painless as possible!
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- CITB Skills and Training Fund Application Form
- ID check – Passport typically
- Contract of Cooperation that you intend to attend – to be signed
- Invoice sent to your employer (if you are a co-funded/sponsored learner).
How do I apply?
If you would like to be considered for a specific course (or know someone who would) please call 0117 916 7870 or complete the form here.
The courses that will take you to the next level
CAD For Construction
Being able to draw extensions, new builds and loft conversions using CAD is a great skill. And you’ll learn from an experienced, friendly tutor.
Estimating For Construction
Learn to price jobs accurately, present to the customer well, know your overheads from your VAT. Always practical and relevant.