If you are a CITB-registered employer, you may be able to claim a grant towards the cost of your team’s construction NVQs. This guide explains how the CITB achievement grant works.

Who can claim?

CITB grants are available to employers registered with CITB and up to date with their Levy. The grant is claimed by the employer, not the individual learner.

How much can you claim?

CITB pays tiered achievement grants when a learner completes a qualifying NVQ, with higher-level qualifications attracting larger grants. Many construction NVQs attract a grant in the region of several hundred pounds on completion — check the current CITB grant rates for the exact figure for your qualification.

How to claim step by step

Confirm your business is CITB-registered and Levy-compliant.
Enrol your worker on a qualifying construction NVQ.
On successful completion, submit the achievement claim through your CITB online account.

Other ways to fund training

Beyond CITB grants, some learners access other support. See our full NVQ funding guide for the current options.

Arrange NVQs for your team

CTG works with construction employers nationwide. Visit our employers page or get in touch to discuss group enrolments and funding.

Grant-eligible training with CTG

CITB-registered employers can claim an achievement grant towards the Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Plant Operations — see our funding guide for current rates and eligibility, or browse all construction NVQ qualifications to find the right qualification for your team.

CITB grants: common questions

Can I claim a CITB grant for an NVQ?

Yes, if the employer is registered with CITB. CITB pays achievement grants to registered employers when an eligible qualification such as an NVQ is completed. The grant is paid to the employer, not the learner.

How much is the CITB grant for an NVQ?

CITB sets the amounts and changes them from time to time. See our funding guide for current rates.

Can I get a CITB grant for short courses such as confined spaces or NPORS?

CITB also funds some short courses for registered employers. Whether a particular course qualifies is set by the CITB grants scheme, so check with CITB before booking.

Who claims the grant?

The employer claims it from CITB once the qualification is achieved, using the certificate as proof.

CITB Grants for NVQs: How to Claim Up to £600