Get your blue CSCS card
NVQ registration, assessment, and card application — all handled for you
Most learners complete their NVQ within 6–12 weeks, then receive their card within around 15 days of passing.
NVQ Level 2 → CITB HS&E test → Blue CSCS card — all included
Want to start smaller?
Register for NVQ — £250
Includes your CITB Operatives Test (worth £48) and your Experienced Worker Red Card application.
- CITB Operatives Test included
- Experienced Worker Red Card application included
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Logos represent our delivery partners' accrediting bodies — not direct accreditation of Construction Skills Professionals Ltd.
Choose the Right Option for You
Register for NVQ
£250
Includes free CITB Operatives Test (worth £48) and free Experienced Worker Red Card application
- CITB Operatives Test included
- Experienced Worker Red Card application included
CSCS Card Application Only
£59
For learners who've completed their NVQ elsewhere
- CSCS card application submission only
Full Package
Everything included, one price
- CITB test free
- Full NVQ completion
- Blue CSCS card free
The CITB HS&E Test price of £48 includes CITB's own £23.50 test fee plus our booking/processing service — the same all-inclusive pricing used on our CITB Test pages. The CSCS card application price of £59 includes CSCS's own £36 card fee plus our processing service — the same all-inclusive pricing used across our Card Pathways pages. Experienced Worker Red Card eligibility requires evidence of prior industry experience in addition to NVQ registration, and the card is typically valid for a limited, non-renewable period. Eligibility is assessed by CSCS at the point of application — contact us to check you qualify before registering. Prices shown are correct as of April 2026.
Bought separately: £808 total. The Full Package saves you £59 (7%).
Booking for a group or need a corporate/multi-learner invoice?
How It All Connects
NVQ Level 2 (trade-specific)
We register and support you
CITB HS&E Test (Operatives)
We book it for you
Blue card
Skilled Worker
Enquire — tell us your trade and choose your option.
We confirm the right NVQ route for your trade.
Complete your NVQ Level 2 (portfolio-based, assessed on your own work).
We book your CITB HS&E Operatives Test with our delivery partner.
Attend your test at the scheduled centre.
We handle your Blue CSCS card application submission.
About the Blue CSCS Card
The Blue CSCS card confirms you're a qualified, skilled tradesperson — it's the card most experienced site workers hold. Unlike the Green card, it requires a completed NVQ Level 2 in your specific trade, demonstrating you can carry out skilled work to a recognised standard, not just work safely on site. It's the card most principal contractors expect to see once you've moved beyond general labouring into a defined trade.
What You Need
- NVQ Level 2 in your trade (the qualifying route to a Blue card)
- HS&E Test (if not already completed for a Green card)
Courses Available
| Course | Notes |
|---|---|
| NVQ Level 2 | Trade-specific — confirm your trade when booking |
| CPCS / CPD Tests | For plant operator card routes |
Why Get This Card
Skilled Recognition
Confirms you're qualified in your specific trade, not just safety-competent — the card employers look for when hiring beyond general labour.
Higher Earning Potential
Skilled trade roles typically command higher rates than entry-level labouring work.
Career Launchpad
The recognised route toward Gold Supervisor once you've built trade experience.
Renewal
Your Blue card is valid for 5 years from the date of issue. Renewal requires retaking and passing the CITB HS&E Test — your underlying NVQ qualification doesn't expire, only the card and test-pass do.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Full Package guarantee my CSCS card?
No — CSCS's approval decision is theirs alone, based on you meeting their requirements, and we can't guarantee that outcome. What we do guarantee is that we'll coordinate your NVQ registration and assessment correctly, book your CITB HS&E Test with our delivery partner, and submit your CSCS card application promptly and accurately once you've passed.
Is funding available?
It depends on your circumstances and whether your employer is CITB-registered. CITB funding rules changed significantly in January 2026. We'll give you an honest, specific answer for your situation rather than a blanket promise.
I don't have an NVQ yet in my trade — can I still get a Blue card?
Yes — the Full Package includes registering and supporting you through your NVQ Level 2. If you're not sure which trade route fits you, speak to our team first.
How long does the NVQ take?
Most learners complete their NVQ Level 2 within 6–12 weeks, since it's portfolio-based and assessed on your actual work — the exact timeline depends on how quickly you can gather the required evidence.
What if I already have my NVQ but haven't taken the CITB test yet?
Use the "CITB Test Only" or "CSCS Card Application Only" options above rather than the Full Package — no need to pay for NVQ support you don't need.
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