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Any levy-registered construction employer that is registered with CITB and located within an active Employer Network area can usually access the scheme. Employers must also be up to date with their CITB levy payments.
The two main objectives of CITB Employer Networks are:
The two main objectives of CITB Employer Networks are:
CITB Employer Networks (ENs), setup and funded by CITB, are a collaboration between CITB and local employers. They have two main objectives:
Make it easier for you to access the training and funding you need, and
Bring together employers and other stakeholders at a local level to effectively use training provision to address immediate and future skills needs in their region.
This highly successful initiative, launched in 2022, has seen more employers supported than ever before, and by working with area steering groups the aim is to deliver the right training, to the right people, at the right time - to meet local needs.
Collectively employers are shaping the way funds provided by CITB are spent, and on what.
Employer caps are defined at the start of each financial year and reviewed annually.
Recent funding changes mean that most construction specific short duration courses, including Health & Safety, can now be funded through Employer Networks and we encourage new and innovative training such as net zero, green skills and leadership & management.
The exceptions are:
Scaffolding - which remains partially funded through the CITB grants route
Plant Training - which remains partially funded through the CITB grants route
A small number of specialist short courses.
First Aid Training – which is no longer funded.
| Employer size | Employer Networks cap 2026-27 | Average Employer Networks claim by employer size in 2025-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Micro (1 – 9 employees) | £1,500 INC VAT (£1,250 + VAT) | £1,282 |
| Small (10 – 49 employees) | £2,000 INC VAT (£1,666.67) | £2,180 |
| Medium (50 – 249 employees) | £4,500 INC VAT (£3,750 + VAT) | £5,195 |
For large employers 250+ employees, please see the CITB Large Employer Fund
We’ve made the process simple. Once your training is booked, your training provider will invoice you for your contribution, while CITB pays the remaining balance.
Our aim is to support as many eligible employers as possible, but Employer Networks funding is budget-led and funding amounts may change. If demand exceeds available funding, mandatory training will be prioritised.
Funding budgets are regularly reviewed by CITB and local employer steering groups. These groups work with local employers to help decide how funding is allocated and ensure training meets current and future regional skills needs. To get involved, speak to your CITB Adviser and request Workforce Skills Support as your preferred Training Provider Newtork (TPN) Approved Member.
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 your needs.
We offer a range of support to help you make the most of the funding opportunities available. Get in touch with us to access guidance and expert advice on choosing the right training courses and navigating the application process.
You can find details of your local CITB advisors by following this link: CITB In Your Local Area