Red CSCS Card - Apprentice

Why get a CSCS card?

If you’re taking your first steps towards a career in the construction industry and have recently registered on an apprenticeship scheme, having this card will demonstrate that you have the relevant health & safety awareness required to gain hands-on site experience.

Do I qualify?

You must be on an accredited apprenticeship scheme.

You can confirm that you are registered for an apprenticeship using one of the following:

• A letter from the Managing Agency of your apprenticeship, confirming that you are registered with them and which qualifications (with full titles and pathways) you are registered for
• A letter from your apprenticeship training provider confirming that you are registered with them and which qualifications (with full titles and pathways) you are registered for
• Your Apprenticeship Agreement, provided that it shows the occupation and qualification (including pathways) you are registered for.

When applying for this card, you may be exempt from the CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test if you have:

• A letter or email from the Managing Agency of your apprenticeship (which must be clearly identified that they are a Managing Agency) confirming that you have met the Managing Agency’s Health and Safety requirements
• A certificate for a one day Health and Safety Awareness course
• A Health and Safety unit included in your induction or initial qualification.

If you have none of the above, then you will need to take the CITB Health, Safety & Environment test before applying for the Apprentice card.

How long is it valid for?

This card is valid for four years and six months, and cannot be renewed.

What is the next step?

Upon completion of your apprenticeship, you may be able to apply for a Blue Skilled Worker or Gold Advanced Craft card.

Last updated: Monday 12 February 2018 09:22:20

Other CSCS cards

• AQP CSCS Card - Academically Qualified Person
• Black CSCS Card - Manager
• Blue CSCS Card - Skilled Worker
• CRO CSCS Card - Construction Related Occupation
• Gold CSCS Card - Advanced Craft
• Gold CSCS Card - Supervisor
• Green CSCS Card - Basic Skills
• Green CSCS Card - Labourer
• PQP CSCS Card - Professionally Qualified Person
• Red CSCS Card - Apprentice
• Red CSCS Card - Experienced Technical, Supervisor or Manager
• Red CSCS Card - Experienced Worker
• Red CSCS Card - Provisional
• Red CSCS Card - Trainee
• Yellow CSCS Card - Construction Site Visitor