CITB Employer Network Construction Training Opportunities

Train your construction teams the easy way, with funding support from the CITB Employer Network.

What is the CITB Employer Network?

The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) Employer Network connects levy-paying construction employers in the UK with training providers, unlocking funding for essential workforce training. Instead of managing complex grant claims or paperwork, the Employer Network makes it simple.

Employers work with their local or sector network to identify training needs, access financial support, and arrange training directly.

And it’s not just about construction skills. Employers can also use Employer Network funding for:

• Office and admin training

• Digital skills

• Health and safety

• Compliance courses

• Future-focused skills

Why Join the CITB Employer Network?

• Flexible Training Options – Choose the training that suits your team: on-site, online, specialist, or traditional classroom.

• Streamlined Funding – CITB manages invoicing and payments, reducing admin time.

• Tailored Support – Local contacts help you identify skills gaps and match you with suitable training organisations.

How to Join

Joining is straightforward:

1. Find your local or sector Employer Network via the CITB website.

2. Register your business as a member.

3. Start accessing training support and funding opportunities.

Training Options Available

Employer Network funding can support a wide variety of training needs, including:

• Core Construction Skills

• Plant Training

• Site Safety Plus Courses

• Digital Skills

• Office and Administrative Training

• Health and Safety

• Compliance Training

How It Works

1. Identify training needs – for example, online learning with a provider like Commodious, or specialist in-person training centres.

2. Contact your Employer Network representative – they’ll help arrange funding and training.

3. Funding and invoicing handled for you – no complicated claims process.

Who Can Join?

All CITB levy-paying employers in England, Scotland, and Wales are eligible to join and benefit from the Employer Network.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of training are available?
Options include NVQs, health and safety, site safety, plant training, digital skills, compliance training, and other short courses or long-form courses.

Can I choose my own training provider?
Yes. You’re free to use the provider that best fits your needs.

Does this replace CITB grants?
Not exactly. The Employer Network is now the main route for funding training beyond the standard CITB Grants Scheme. It simplifies the process, while the grant scheme continues to support core construction qualifications and apprenticeships.

How do I get started?
Visit the CITB website to find your Employer Network, register, and start funding training for your workforce.

Train your team the easy way

The CITB Employer Network is the simplest route to funded training—helping you save on costs, upskill your workforce, and strengthen your business for the future.

Join your local Employer Network today and unlock training opportunities for your construction team.