Why do I need a Black CSCS Card and how do I get one?
If you are a site manager, have you been told you need to get a black CSCS card? Your first question may be – why? Many site managers are currently asking this question, especially if they have been in the industry for years without any qualifications! In other words, you may be wondering; Is it worth my time, effort and hard earned cash?
This article aims to help you understand why the industry is now, more than ever, requiring that site managers have black CSCS cards and how it can benefit you personally by having one.
What are the benefits for me?
- You will be a more valuable asset to your company or client
- It could qualify you for a pay rise
- Demonstrates a willingness for continuous professional development
- It can open up many more job opportunities
- You will be deemed competent under CDM Regulations as a manager
- Completing the NVQ is a pathway to CIOB membership
Furthermore, CSCS have announced plans to make the construction industry a qualification work force. With the construction industry moving towards a qualified work force, site managers need to have higher levels of qualifications – above all, work experience alone is not enough. As a result, site managers need a Black CSCS card to stay relevant in the industry.
How to get a black CSCS card
The benefits are clear, but how do you go about getting the black CSCS card? To do so you must have already passed the CITB Managers and Professionals Health, Safety and Environment Test and have achieved a qualification in your relevant Construction site occupation, such as the NVQ Level 6 Construction Site Management – Building & Civil Engineering. For experienced and knowledgeable site managers this is no problem and getting your qualification through the Compass fast track route means it can be achievable within 6 – 8 weeks.
You can get started on your NVQ immediately by enrolling through our website today or by giving our office a call where a member of our team will be happy to help you.
