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The Gold CSCS Card is the recognised competence card for supervisors working in the UK construction industry. It confirms that the holder has completed a Level 3 or Level 4 supervisory NVQ and has the knowledge and experience to oversee teams, maintain quality and support a safe working environment on site.
To obtain the Gold CSCS Card, candidates must complete a relevant supervisory NVQ and pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test for Supervisors. Once both requirements are met, the card can be applied for through CSCS and is valid for five years.
The Gold CSCS Card is widely accepted across the UK. Employers use it as proof that a supervisor can organise work, lead small teams, and take responsibility for safety and productivity on construction projects.
Many contractors expect supervisors to hold this card as it provides clear proof of supervisory ability. It shows that you can lead teams, organise work, monitor quality and support safe operations on site.
To apply for the Gold CSCS Card you must complete a Level 3 or Level 4 supervisory NVQ and pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test for Supervisors (Specialist). Once both are in place, you can apply online through the CSCS website.
Yes. To apply for a Gold CSCS Card you must pass the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test for Supervisors (Specialist). The test checks that you understand key health and safety responsibilities on site.
You can take the test at any Pearson VUE centre across the UK and the pass result is valid for two years when applying for your card.
The card is valid for five years. When it expires you can renew it quickly by completing the CITB 'Specialist' Health, Safety and Environment Test again.
Yes. If you are out of work and need to get back on site you can apply for the Red Experienced Technical, Supervisor or Manager (TSM) CSCS Card.
The card confirms that:
• You are an experienced supervisor in construction
• You have been profiled and approved for a Level 3 or 4 NVQ
• You are registered and actively working towards the qualification
This card allows you to return to work, which then gives you access to the real project evidence you need to complete your NVQ. Once you finish the NVQ you can upgrade to the Black CSCS Card.
To qualify for the Red TSM Card you must be registered for the NVQ, have at least one year of management-level experience, and have passed the CITB 'Specialist' HS&E Test within the last two years.
Your NVQ is completed online through our remote assessment process. You will provide evidence of your normal work activities and take part in a structured discussion with your assessor. There is no written coursework. Your assessor will guide you through each stage, help you gather the right evidence and confirm your competence so you can apply for the Gold CSCS Card.
Any of the NVQs listed below will provide access to the Gold CSCS Card on completion. All of these qualifications are assessed online through evidence submission and a discussion-based assessment with no written work. Simply select the NVQ that best matches your current role and experience.
Achieve your NVQ remotely. Submit your evidence online with no site disruption or lost work time
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On completion of your NVQ, you'll just need to pass the CITB 'Specialist' HS&E test to apply for the Gold CSCS Card.
We make completing your Construction Supervision NVQ simple and efficient. From your first profiling session to your final discussion, our assessors guide you through a clear, structured process that fits around your work and helps you achieve your qualification quickly and confidently.
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Click below to find your qualification and arrange a free telephone profiling session with one of our assessors. It’s a quick, no-obligation way to confirm the right NVQ for your experience.
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