Looking to get your gold supervisors CSCS card?
The gold CSCS card for supervisors demonstrates your ability and knowledge to work as a site supervisor/foreman within the construction industry.
How do I get a Gold CSCS Card?
To get your gold supervisors CSCS card, you’ll need to complete a supervisory NVQ, in addition to the CITB Health, Safety and Environment test.
Our supervisory NVQs can be achieved through online and on-site assessments. Complete your NVQ at your own pace while you work without taking time off.
The CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test is a multiple-choice test that assesses potential card holders and applicants in the key areas of safe working, health, safety, and construction-related environments. You must secure a pass in the CITB health and safety test, as well as completing a supervisor NVQ (SVQ in Scotland) to apply for your CSCS Gold Card.
NVQ Routes To Your Gold CSCS Card
The Gold CSCS Card demonstrates supervisory competence, allowing you to progress your construction management career.
What does a CSCS gold Card cost?
Our gold cscs card NVQ’s cost £1,200+vat.
We have a number of payment options to make it easier to access the qualification:
- Payment in full at the start
- 50% deposit + 50% on completion
- 6 equal payments over 6 months
What does CSCS Stand for?
CSCS stands for Construction Skills Certification Scheme.
The Construction Skills Certification Scheme began as a way to assess the competence and qualifications of approved workers in construction. Since its conception in 1995, it is now one of the main details that employers search for when gauging the experience and reliability of a construction worker.
Once completed, your CSCS card will allow you to take on relevant responsibilities in construction related areas in the United Kingdom dependant on which level of CSCS card you have registered for and acquired.
Gold CSCS Card FAQ's
The Black CSCS Card demonstrates management competence, allowing you to progress your construction career.
What does CSCS stand for?
CSCS stands for Construction Skills Certification Scheme.
The Construction Skills Certification Scheme began as a way to assess the competence and qualifications of approved workers in construction. Since its conception in 1995, it is now one of the main details that employers search for when gauging the experience and reliability of a construction worker.
Once completed, your CSCS card will allow you to take on relevant responsibilities in construction related areas in the United Kingdom dependant on which level of CSCS card you have registered for and acquired.
What is a site supervisor?
The role of a site supervisor can differ depending on the work environment and occupations involved. Day to day tasks can vary and it is not uncommon to see a crossover between other site roles such as management, foreman, or team leader.
The role of a supervisor on construction sites involves overseeing other workers, ensuring they are carrying out their job safely, correctly, and efficiently. The occupation will involve carrying out relevant construction site inspections, health and safety checks.
In the majority of cases, supervisors will report directly to managers and employers, and work to any specifications set by them.
How to become a recognised site supervisor
The majority of site supervisors begin working as labourers, bricklayers, or in other entry-level positions to gain experience as a worker in the construction industry.
This route ultimately builds up a level of trust and experience between your existing managers, supervisors and employers. Shadowing other experienced workers will help hone your craft and receive increased responsibility as you progress your own skillset. This is the first step towards being recognised as an official supervisor in your job or occupation.
Once you have some supervisory responsibilities, you can start to work towards getting a supervisor qualification and your Gold CSCS Card.
What Other Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) Cards Can I Apply For?
There are multiple cards CSCS have issued, each for different responsibilities and roles on a construction site. They are usually referred to by their colour and require applicants to have completed different courses or hold a specific certificate in order to get one.
Other construction related CSCS cards include the Blue CSCS Card, CSCS Black Card, and CSCS Green Card.
Each CSCS Card has different requirements in regards to the completed qualifications needed. Visit each page now for more information on the different CSCS cards in the industry.
How long is the Gold CSCS Card valid for?
A Gold CSCS Card is valid for 5 years. After your card has expired, you will need to renew it. Depending on the nature of your qualification, your current role and your occupation, you may be required to pass additional online training courses or a relevant refresher course to keep up to date with the latest requirements for site workers.
To renew a CSCS Blue Card, it is best done via the CSCS online application service. You can also contact CSCS directly on the phone via 0344 994 4777. The same process can be followed if your card has been stolen, lost, or damaged.
How can I find out more about the Gold CSCS Card?
We are happy to give you a call to check your suitability the Gold CSCS Card and be sure it’s the right qualification for you.
It also gives you a chance to ask any questions and provide us with your information if you’re ready to get started.