Armed Forces Resettlement – Construction Training

At our academy, we are proud to support Armed Forces service leavers as they transition into rewarding careers within the construction industry. We understand the skills, discipline, and work ethic you bring—and we’re here to help you turn that into recognised qualifications and real employment opportunities.

Supporting Your Transition into Civilian Life

Our Training Provision

We offer a structured pathway combining practical training, accredited qualifications, and industry-recognised certifications.

Construction Trade Training

Delivery includes hands-on training in:

Bricklaying
Carpentry & Joinery
Plastering
Wall & Floor Tiling
Painting & Decorating
Groundworks

CITB Accredited Short Courses

To support site readiness and compliance, we deliver a range of CITB-aligned courses, including:

Health & Safety Awareness
SMSTS / SSSTS
Manual Handling
Working at Height
Abrasive Wheels
CAT & Genny

NVQ Qualifications (Level 2-7)

We provide access to competence-based NVQ qualifications, including:

On-site assessment routes
Experienced Worker pathways
Trade-specific Level 2 -Level 7 NVQs

CSCS Card Application Support

We support all service leavers in obtaining the appropriate CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) card, including:

CITB Health, Safety & Environment Test preparation
Booking and application support
Guidance on correct card type aligned to qualifications

Progression into Employment

A key focus of our provision is supporting progression into sustainable, paid employment.