CITB Approved Training Organisation & Funding Support
At CCW-Training Academy, we’re proud to be recognised as a CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO), a mark of quality and trust in construction-related training across the UK.
What Is a CITB Approved Training Organisation?
Being a CITB ATO means our training meets the high standards set by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB). We deliver courses that align with CITB’s criteria for quality, relevance, and impact, helping individuals and employers upskill with confidence. We are also a part of the Employer Network.
As an ATO, we:
- Deliver CITB-assured and recognised training
- Submit learner achievements to the Construction Training Register (CTR)
- Enable employers to claim CITB grants for eligible training
CITB Funding: What’s Changing from January 2026?
CITB has announced important updates to its grants and funding offer, effective 8 January 2026.
- Short Course Training: No longer funded through the Grants Scheme, except for Plant Operations, Scaffolding, and other specialist courses. Funding for short courses will now be delivered exclusively via Employer Networks.
- Large Employers: From 31 March 2026, large employers (250+ employees) will no longer be supported via Employer Networks. A new large employer fund will launch from 1 April 2026.
- Continuing Support: Apprenticeships, card-linked training, and high-impact training aligned to skills gaps will continue to receive funding.
Funding Routes Still Available
Despite these changes, CITB continues to invest in construction skills. Employers can still access:
- Employer Network Funding: Support for short-duration training needs, managed through local advisers.
- Achievement Grants: For completing recognised qualifications (e.g. NVQs), helping cover costs of longer-term professional development.
- Apprenticeship Support: Some changes have been made to apprenticeship support.
1. Short Duration Grant
- No longer funded through Grants Scheme with the exception of Plant Operations, Scaffolding and other specialist courses. See full list of courses Funding update course exceptions (PDF, 118KB)
- Support now delivered exclusively via Employer Networks
2. Funding via Employer Network
- CITB will match fund 50% of eligible courses
- H&S in construction and associated courses H&S Courses list (PDF, 95KB) supported at 30% of average market rate
- The EN fund operates on a finite, fixed annual budget which will be carefully managed throughout the year to ensure support is distributed fairly
- First Aid training will not be supported.
3. Qualification Grant Changes
- Attendance grants for long qualifications removed*
- Achievement grant of £600
- Level 7 qualifications starting after 8 December 2025 no longer supported*.
4. Large Employer Funding (250+ Employees)
- Will not be supported for any training via Employer Network funding after 31 March 2026
- New large employer fund launches 1 April 2026.
You can find more details on CITB’s official funding page.
Construction Relevant Courses at CCW
We offer a range of construction relevant training programmes, including (Not all the below are fundable through CITB, you should contact your local CITB advisor to find out):
Construction & Site Management
- Setting Out Training
- Surveying Training
- Health & Safety Awareness
- Risk Assessment Training
- CDM 2015 Awareness
Leadership & Management (ILM Accredited)
- ILM Level 3 Award in Leadership & Management
- ILM Level 5 Award in Leadership & Management
- ILM Level 7 Award in Strategic Leadership
Digital & Technical Skills
- AutoCAD (Beginner to Advanced)
- Blender for 3D Modelling
- Microsoft Office Essentials (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Professional Development
- Train the Trainer
- Project Management Fundamentals
- Communication & Teamworking Skills
- And more!
All these courses are designed to support career progression and meet the evolving needs of the construction and built environment sectors.
How to Access CITB Funding
- Check your CITB registration – Employers must be registered with CITB and up to date with levy payments.
- You will need to book with CITB directly by contacting your local advisor
- Mention our organisation and the course you would like to sit with them
📞 Get in Touch
Want to know which courses are eligible or how to apply for funding? Contact our team today:
- 📧 Email: info@careerchangewales.co.uk
- 📞 Phone: 029 21 156 603
- 📍 Visit us: 5–7 Museum Place, Cardiff, CF10 3BD
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Let CCW-Training Academy help you build skills, unlock funding, and grow your career in construction.
