Which CSCS Card do you need?

Here are the CSCS cards you can apply for. Please remember, you need to have the right qualification or an equivalent to apply for a CSCS card. You can find the specific requirements in the 'More Info' section for each card.
CSCS Green Card Operative

CSCS Green Card Operative

Validity - 2 years for New Application. 5 years for Renewal

To get this card you must have completed the Health Safety and Awareness Online course or equivalent. Proof of the qualification must be submitted. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below. This card is valid for 5 years.

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CSCS Blue Card Skilled Worker

CSCS Blue Card Skilled Worker

Validity - 5 years

To get a CSCS Blue Card you must have completed and hold certification for an NVQ or equivalent. Proof of the qualification must be submitted. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below. This card is valid for 5 years.

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CSCS Red Card Apprentice

CSCS Red Card Apprentice

Validity - 4 years 6 months

This card is for anyone who has started a recognised apprenticeship. Proof from your training organisation or employer must be submitted. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below. This card is valid for 4 years 6 months.

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CSCS Red Card Experienced Worker

CSCS Red Card Experienced Worker

Validity - 1 year

This card is for people who hold on the job experience and are registered to complete an NVQ or SVQ Level 2 or higher. You must submit proof of your registration on to an NVQ from your training provider. This card is valid for one year and cannot be renewed.  All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below.

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CSCS Red Card Experienced Worker

CSCS Red Card Technical, Supervisor, Managers

CSCS Red Card Technical, Supervisor, Managers

Validity - 3 years

This temporary card is only available to supervisors, managers and technical workers with on the job experience. You must be registered to complete an NVQ or equivalent level 3 or higher and submit proof of your registration from your training provider. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below.

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CSCS Red Card Technical, Supervisor, Managers

CSCS Red Card Trainee

CSCS Red Card Trainee

Validity - 5 years

This card is for someone who is registered to complete a vocational, academic or professional qualification. You must submit proof of your registration on to an NVQ from your training provider, professional body or university. This card is valid for five years and cannot be renewed. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below.

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CSCS Red Card Provisional

CSCS Red Card Provisional

Validity - 6 months

The CSCS Red Card is a provisional (temporary) card for people who have never held a CSCS Card. The card lasts for 6 months and is not renewable. You do not need to submit proof of any qualifications with this applications. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below.

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CSCS Gold Card Supervisory

CSCS Gold Card Supervisory

Validity - 5 years

The CSCS Gold Card is for anyone in a supervisory position who has completed an NVQ/SVQ level 3 or 4. You must submit proof of your qualification with this application. This card is valid for 5 years. All applicants must pass the Supervisors CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below. 

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CSCS Gold Card Advanced

CSCS Gold Card Advanced

Validity - 5 years

The CSCS Advanced Craft Gold Card is for anyone who has completed an NVQ level 3 or apprenticeship qualification. You must submit proof of your qualification with this application. This card is valid for 5 years. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below. 

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CSCS Black Card Manager

CSCS Black Card Manager

Validity - 5 years

To get a CSCS Black Card is for anyone who has completed a construction management NVQ level 5, 6 or 7 or equivalent qualification. You must of previously held a level 4 qualification and submit proof of your qualification with this application. This card is valid for 5 years. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below. 

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CSCS White Card Academically Qualified Person

CSCS White Card Academically Qualified Person

Validity - 5 years

The CSCS White Card is for people who have completed construction related degrees or qualifications such as: HNDs, HNCs, CIOB Certificates and NEBOSH diplomas. You must submit proof of your qualification with this application. This card is valid for 5 years. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and envrionment test which can be booked below.

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CSCS White Card Academically Qualified Person

CSCS White Card Professionally Qualified Person

CSCS White Card Professionally Qualified Person

Validity - 5 years

This CSCS White Card is for people who are members of CSCS assessed professional bodies. You must submit proof of your professional body registration or membership with this application, if you do not have proof you cannot proceed with this application. This card is valid for 5 years. All applicants must pass the CITB health, safety and environment test which can be booked below. 

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