The Official site for the
Construction Skills Certification Scheme
Issues with card applications
We are experiencing issues with our application service and this has increased card processing times.
A number of improvements are coming soon that will significantly improve the service.
If your application is not urgent may we ask that you wait until further notice.
Card Finder will find the right card for you
Whatever your job or level of experience, there's a CSCS Card that's right for you.
New guidance for Managers with academic qualifications
AQP cards are available in management occupations.
New rules for the Construction Site Visitor card
New rules now apply for the Construction Site Visitor card.
Professional body members eligible for CSCS cards
CSCS offer cards for members of approved Professional Bodies.
Types of card
CSCS issue a number of cards which reflect the different occupations and qualifications in construction.
Check a card
The most secure way to check if a card is valid is electronically. Use the free online card checker.
News
Application delays
We are experiencing some technical issues with our new online application service.
Global Microsoft technical issue
Microsoft currently have a global technical issue. We are in contact with our internet service provider who are investigating. This means we are unable to process applications at this time. We will update this page once we have more information.
British Telecom internet outage
There is currently a nationwide internet outage with BT.
