Skills Direct

SkillsDirect is the quick and easy way to get qualified and get a card. It pulls together everything you need to qualify into a simple three-step process - helping you get your card with minimum fuss.

Step 1

You''ll need to pass a Health and Safety Test and get an appropriate S/NVQ qualification and certificate before you''re issued with your card.

Step 2 (Scottish/National Vocational Qualification (S/NVQ))

This stage is for those candidates who need to achieve an S/NVQ to obtain their card.

The two main options available for this are On-Site Assessment and Training (OSAT), or the Experienced Worker Practical Assessment (EWPA), further information on these can be found via the links below.

You will be issued with a temporary experienced worker card, so you can work on site until you achieve your S/NVQ.

Find out more about OSAT and EWPA.

Step 3

If your Health and Safety Test is less than 2 years old and you have met the S/NVQ requirements, you''ll be issued with your card within 20 working days.

Call us on 0844 248 5262 if you do not receive your card within this time.