Posted on: June 9, 2023
Some news from our recent committee meeting re Competence Interviews allowed under the CPCS Grandfather rights conversion. NOCN Group, the leading Construction NVQ Awarding Organisation, has launched the Construction Plant Competence Scheme (CPCS) ‘Competence Interview’ in response to Construction Leadership Council (CLC) requirements for CPCS ‘Competent Operator’ blue card holders to hold relevant Level 2 Vocational Qualifications (VQ) from January 2020, with all existing cards that don’t meet the new standards being removed by 31 December 2024. The ‘CPCS Competence Interview’ has been developed by NOCN in collaboration with the CPCS Management Committee to support the construction sector in its industry-wide phasing out of existing ‘Competent Operator’ blue cards gained through Industry Accreditation; the term used for those cards originally... Read more
Posted on: June 12, 2019
SCTG recently commissioned research into whether civil engineering and construction management graduates in Scotland have the skills they need and that their employers expect when they complete their degree programmes. This Report delivers the findings of this research and also asks what training and support is provided by employers when they employ graduates. We would encourage suggestions and recommendations on which of these findings should be our next priorities for further action. Constructive feedback will be appreciated – please email info@scottishcivilstraining.co.uk Report Link: https://scottishcivilstraining.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Employability-of-Graduates-in-the-Scottish-Construction-Industry-Report-June-2019.pdf
Posted on: July 16, 2018
New Temporary Works Design Courses – both Above Ground and Below Ground These new innovative courses are available again following high levels of demand for the July first course. Full course information is available on the courses page and bookings will be taken on a first come, first served basis.
Posted on: May 22, 2018
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Posted on: March 6, 2018
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Posted on: October 6, 2017
We now have availability for reassessment and testing for the streetworks cards. You will be able to renew the registration of any certificate which has been issued to you, either by reassessment of your competence in the subject (or by undertaking full assessment – which involves both practical and theoretical assessment of your skills) at any point during the period of time before the registration of the certificate expires. Training is not compulsory however assessment centres are able to provide it if required. Please email the group training officers for further information. info@scottishcivilstraining.co.uk
