CSCS Red Trainee Card is a type of CSCS Card, which is assigned to a Trainee who is enrolled in a Construction related course to become a skilled worker in a specific construction field; for example: Carpentry, Bricklaying etc.

Validity - 5 years

This card cannot be renewed.

The delegate must be enrolled in a vocational, academic or professional, but must be acceptable for a skilled CSCS card qualification.

All applicants must also have passed the CITB health, safety and environment test for operatives within the last 2 years.

Trainee card applicants must be able to provide proof of registration onto their qualification. As a minimum, you are required to provide evidence from your University, Professional Body or qualification’s awarding body that includes:

• Applicant’s Full Name

• Full qualification title of the course you are registered to, including level if relevant.

• Date of registration proof required for;

• Vocational Qualifications (i.e. NVQ or SVQ) must be in the last two years.

• Academic qualifications (i.e. Degree, HND or HNC) must be in the last five years. This is due to the difference in length of time to achieving this qualification.

Latest update:

CSCS Red Trainee Card: From February 1st, 2025, those with an approved Level 2 or higher qualification can apply for the CSCS Red Trainee Card, valid for two years. Upon expiry, a three-year Trainee Card can be issued if the applicant is registered on a relevant NVQ/SVQ or alternative qualification. Registration must be verified before renewal. The five-year card remains valid for those on formal training routes and is still a recognised path to competency in construction.. Based on the delegate’s abilities, an appropriate CSCS Card are assigned to them, to serve their responsibility more actively.

Examples of non-competence qualifications related to specific occupations:

Here are several examples of occupation-related, non-competence qualifications that qualify for the two-year Trainee card.

• NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Bricklaying (Construction)

• City and Guilds T Level Qualification in On-site Construction

• Pearson T Level Technical Qualification in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction (Level 3)

• IMI Level 2 Diploma in Construction Plant or Machinery Maintenance (Construction)

• City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma In Site Carpentry

• City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma In Site Carpentry

• NOCN Level 3 Diploma in Site Carpentry (Construction)

• City & Guilds Level 2 Extended Diploma In Site Carpentry

• NOCN Level 2 Diploma in Carpentry and Joinery

• NOCN Level 2 Diploma in Site Carpentry

• NOCN Level 2 Extended Diploma in Site Carpentry

What should I do, if my CSCS Red Trainee Card has been lost or stolen?

If you have lost your Card or it was stolen, then you can order a replacement for your CSCS Card. Complete the Application Form and a physical copy will be delivered at your doorstep within the next 5-7 working days.

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