Changes to CITB Grants Scheme to Address Skills Shortage in Construction Industry

workforce and to encourage employees to enhance their skills through upskilling initiatives.

In response to feedback from CITB levy claimers, the CITB has extended the deadline for claims to 52 weeks, providing employers with an additional 32 weeks to submit their claims. This change allows companies a greater opportunity to utilise these grants. The increased grants and extended deadline aim to encourage more training in the skills required for the construction industry. The updated grant tiers are as follows: w Tier 1 - Previously £30, now £60 w Tier 2 - Previously £70, now £140 w Tier 3 - Previously £120, now £240

The CITB Grants Scheme presents an excellent opportunity for employers to enhance the skills of their workforce and address the industry’s skills shortage. It also offers a means to reduce training and development costs. The scheme is available to all CITBregistered employers eligible to receive grants for various training courses and qualifications.

To enhance support for ARCA members who pay the CITB Levy, we offer monthly seminars conducted via Zoom. These seminars have proven consistently successful in helping ARCA members secure additional funding for their training and qualifications. The upcoming seminar dates for this year are: w 4th July w 1st August w 5th September

You can book these dates from our website at www.arca.org.uk/events/

In conclusion, the changes to the CITB Grants Scheme represent a positive step towards addressing the skills shortage in the construction industry. Employers should seize this opportunity to upskill their workforce and ensure they are equipped to meet industry demands.

The refresher training was delivered very well with lots of information.