Frequently Asked Questions

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As long as you are registered with CITB, up to date with your levy, and have an Employer Networks in your area, you can access & benefit from this service. 

Employer Networks are free to join for any levy-registered employer.

The Employer Network steering group, made up of CITB employers, staff, and industry specialists, decides how funds are used for the greatest benefit; this includes what training is supported and the level of funding available to members. 

No. The training can be face-to-face (in person or tutor-led online) or e-learning. 

There are no limits whatsoever; as long as employers meet the criteria mentioned above, as many as wish to join can do so. 

Yes. So long as you are within the local group's area and work in the chosen sector, you can belong to both. Sector networks are running until the end of 2024, but after this date, the local ENs will cover all of GB. 

CITB is rolling out all Employer Networks throughout the coming months, and by December 2024, CITB will have full GB coverage. Keep checking back to see if they are live in your area, or speak to your adviser about when your EN is due to launch. In the meantime, you can continue accessing grants and other funding support.

Yes, you can continue as a Training Group member and still benefit from ENs. If your group training officer knows your training needs, they can pass this straight on to the EN adviser. Training groups and ENs will be working closely together to ensure employers receive the best support and access to training to meet their skill needs. 

• Health and Safety Training: Ensure your team is up-to-date with the latest health and safety regulations and practices.
• Technical Skills Training: Enhance the technical skills of your workforce with specialised courses in areas such as carpentry, bricklaying, and site management.

As part of the network, you can access a wide range of qualifications and courses tailored to you delivered at your premises to suit your team's needs