Red Provisional Card
The Red Provisional CSCS card is the entry point for those who haven't yet completed a full qualification but are registered on a recognised course or training route.
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Other CSCS Card Types
Beyond the core Green, Blue, Gold and Black pathway, these additional CSCS card types cover provisional, experienced-worker, apprentice, trainee and professional routes.
Red Experienced Worker Card
The Red Experienced Worker CSCS card is for experienced workers who can demonstrate relevant industry experience but don't yet hold the full NVQ.
View Details →Apprentice Card
The Apprentice CSCS card is for those on a recognised construction apprenticeship.
View Details →Trainee Card
The Trainee CSCS card is for those enrolled on a structured training programme working toward full occupational competence.
View Details →AQP Card (Academically Qualified Person)
The AQP (Academically Qualified Person) card is for individuals with a relevant built-environment degree or equivalent academic qualification, working in a professional (non-trade) construction role.
View Details →PQP Card (Professionally Qualified Person)
The PQP (Professionally Qualified Person) card is for individuals with recognised professional membership — for example, a relevant chartered institution — in a construction-related profession.
View Details →A GQA Q-Card and a "CSCS Logo on NPORS Card" also exist as more niche variants. We haven't listed full detail for either here yet — contact us to check whether these apply to your situation.
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