All CSCS Card Types - Green, Blue, Gold, Red, Black & White
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CSCS Green Labourer Card
Suitable for people carrying out general labouring tasks on construction sites. It shows the holder understands basic site safety practices and is prepared to work in a construction environment.
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CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
Awarded to tradespeople who have achieved the recognised qualifications for their trade, demonstrating they have the skills and knowledge expected in their occupation.
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CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card
Intended for experienced tradespeople who have progressed beyond the standard skilled worker level through advanced training or higher-level qualifications.
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CSCS Gold Supervisory Card
For individuals responsible for overseeing teams and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the required standards on site.
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CSCS Black Manager Card
Issued to construction managers and senior professionals who oversee projects, coordinate teams and manage site operations at a higher level.
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CSCS White Academically Qualified Person (AQP) Card
For people who have achieved recognised construction-related academic qualifications and work in technical or professional roles within the industry.
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CSCS White Professionally Qualified Person (PQP) Card
Available to construction professionals whose recognised professional membership demonstrates their knowledge, experience and competence in their specialist field.
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CSCS Red Apprentice Card
Created for individuals completing a recognised construction apprenticeship. It allows apprentices to access construction sites while developing practical skills alongside their training.
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CSCS Red Trainee Card
Intended for people studying towards a construction qualification who need site access to gain practical experience before becoming fully qualified.
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CSCS Red Industry Placement Card
For students whose college or university course includes a construction site placement. It enables them to gain valuable real-world experience as part of their education.
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CSCS Red Provisional Card
A temporary card for people who are new to the industry and have not yet completed the qualifications needed for a long-term CSCS Card.
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CSCS Red Experienced Worker Card
Designed for skilled workers who have significant industry experience but are still working towards the formal qualification required for their occupation.
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CSCS Red Experienced Technical, Supervisor or Manager Card
A temporary option for experienced supervisors, managers and technical staff who are completing the qualifications needed for their permanent role-specific card.
CSCS Card Types - everything you need to know
The Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) issues six main colours of card - Green, Blue, Gold, Red, Black and White - each with several variations for different roles and qualification levels. Choosing the right CSCS Card matters: your site cannot legally allow you to work without the correct card for your role. Below is a quick guide to help you pick the CSCS Card that matches your qualifications.
CSCS Green Labourer Card
Most Popular FastestEntry-level card for site labourers and the most popular route into construction. It is also the fastest to complete, requiring only the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Operatives Test and a Level 1 Health & Safety in a Construction Environment qualification. Learn more about the CSCS Green Card.
CSCS Blue Skilled Worker Card
For trades with an NVQ or SVQ Level 2 - bricklayers, plasterers, carpenters, plumbers and more. Requires the CITB Operatives HS&E Test. Learn more about the CSCS Blue Card.
CSCS Gold Supervisor & Advanced Craft Card
For NVQ Level 3 supervisors and advanced craft trades. Requires the CITB Supervisory HS&E Test (supervisor) or Operatives Test (advanced craft). Learn more about the CSCS Gold Card.
CSCS Red Card - Trainee, Apprentice, Provisional & Experienced Worker
Temporary CSCS Cards for people working towards a full qualification. Includes the Red Provisional Card, Red Apprentice Card, Red Trainee Card, Red Experienced Worker Card and Red Industry Placement Card. Learn more about the CSCS Red Card.
CSCS Black Manager Card
Senior manager card for those with NVQ Level 6 or 7 in Construction Site Management. Requires the CITB Managers & Professionals (MAP) Test. Learn more about the CSCS Black Card.
CSCS White Academically & Professionally Qualified Person Card
For construction-related degrees, HNCs, HNDs and professional body members (CIOB, RICS, ICE). Requires the CITB MAP Test. Learn more about the CSCS White Card.
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