Skills Direct how to apply

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Call us on 0844 248 5262 to start qualifying, when booking a test you will need the following information:-

  • Your name
  • Your date of birth
  • Your home address
  • A credit or debit card to pay for the service

To ensure you pick the most suitable route to obtain your qualification/card you may also need to provide details of:-

  • Your current role
  • Your level of experience
  • Details of any relevant qualifications (such as S/NVQs, City & Guilds certificates or proof of apprenticeship)

The SkillsDirect service

 CostsCITB-ConstructionSkills Grant available (to registered employers)
Card cost£24.47£17.50 for passing Health & Safety Test
Test cost£17.50 
Total£41.97* 

* Costs correct at time of publishing, and exclude any revision materials for the test.

Wherever possible, S/NVQ Level 2 training costs will be offset with government funding. In cases where such funding is not available, employers may be able to claim a CITB-ConstructionSkills Grant towards the cost. If you have any questions regarding this please call our S/NVQ team on 0870 410 3563.