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Build the workforce of the future with City & Guilds

Now is the time to expand your construction training offer and help close critical skills gaps across the sector.

At City & Guilds, we’re here to support you with industry-aligned qualifications, End-point assessments (EPAs), and training programmes designed to meet national priorities and demand. Our portfolio is a range of qualifications and apprenticeships.

Some of our key trades are:

 
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Bricklaying

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Painting and decorating

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Carpentry and joinery

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Plastering

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Groundworker

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Property maintenance

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Maintenance operative

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Trusted by industry and employers, equipping learners with the skills, knowledge, and hands-on experience needed for success.

We support every step of the journey, whether learners are starting out, upskilling, or retraining. City & Guilds is helping to develop the skilled workforce the construction industry needs for a sustainable future.

We’re committed to helping you develop a workforce that’s ready to meet these challenges.

Our programmes are recognised by the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) and developed in collaboration with employers and sector experts, ensuring learners gain the skills and credentials needed for a rewarding career in construction.


"79% of leaners who completed a construction apprenticeship or qualification with City & Guilds are in a job."


Our qualifications and apprenticeships

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Qualifications

Our construction qualifications build practical, site-ready skills from entry levels 3 to level 5. Created with industry input to meet the needs of new and experienced construction professionals.

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Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships combine on-the-job experience with formal assessment, ensuring learners develop and prove their skills in a real workplace. Fully aligned with industry standards, they prepare apprentices to meet employer expectations and thrive in the construction sector.

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New and coming soon

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Launching early 2026

Level 2 Onsite trades foundation apprenticeship

This foundation apprenticeship is designed to be a stepping stone into the construction industry. Learners who complete the programme will be well-positioned to progress into employment or onto the next level of apprenticeships.

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Now available

Level 3 Craft Plasterer (Solid) EPA

A progression-focused qualification designed to provide learners with real-world plastering skills and support seamless career development in the construction sector.


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11th and 26th March 2026

City & Guilds Construction and Built Environment events

We’re excited to bring together industry leaders, educators, and innovators for two full filled events in Wakefield and London dedicated to shaping the future of construction.


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Talk to us

Do you have questions about qualifications, planning, or delivery? Our team is here to help every step of the way.

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BuildSkill, making a positive impact through skills development

We chose the City & Guilds Retrofit qualification because it offered a broader scope, covering industrial and commercial buildings, unlike other qualifications which focused solely on domestic buildings.

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Driving forward the future of electric vehicle charging

Together we are developing key skills and knowledge to support the energy transition and prepare for the future of EV infrastructure.

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Career foundations with Taylor Wimpey and Geason

Three apprentices celebrate distinctions in the new Bricklayer Standard, showcasing their dedication and skill in achieving top marks.

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Carving out a construction career with EPA success

Hull College Group celebrate their first apprentice, Patrick Weaver, as he achieves a distinction with his Carpentry and Joinery end-point assessment.

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Building new careers with apprenticeships at Calderdale College

Congratulations to Calderdale College for supporting their first four Brick apprentices to succeed in their end-point assessment this spring.

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Resources, events and support

Guide

Building futures through skills

A comprehensive guide to our our construction portfolio unrivalled in its breadth, making our qualifications and apprenticeships the perfect route into industry.

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Guide

Construction and building funded course directory

Features City & Guilds funded construction and building qualifications for both 16–19-year-olds and adult learners.

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Events

Construction networks and CPD event

With in-person events running across the country, join us to discuss sector changes, apprenticeship updates, and qualification reforms.

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Aligning with industry 

For over 145 years, we’ve partnered with the construction industry to create training that meets real-world demands and drives workforce excellence.

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Construction Employer Industry Board

Find out how we work with industry experts through our Employer Industry Board to ensure our training meets employer needs and supports young people’s success.

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Qualifications reforms

Post-16 qualifications in England are changing to support clearer routes into jobs and higher education.

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News and insights

Discover the latest insights, sector news, and updates, enabling you to stay ahead in the rapidly evolving construction industry.


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Get in touch

If you’d like to find out more about our construction qualifications and training programmes please complete the form below to connect with our friendly team.

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