Validity of the card – 5 years
To apply for this card you must have:
1) A valid CITB HS&E Test in respective trade of the qualification. Haven’t done test? Do this first – Book Gold CSCS Card Test
2) An NVQ/SVQ Level 3 qualification certificate or its equivalent.
Steps to get this card:
- Fill out the online application and make the payment.
- Receive an email from the card processing team requesting relevant documents.
- Submit the documents within the given time frame.
- The documents will be reviewed, and if approved, the card will be sent for printing.
- Expect to receive the card within 5 working days.
Apply this card on call at 02038352002
What is a CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card?
The CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card is a card given by the Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) in the UK. It’s for highly skilled workers who have advanced training and experience in their craft. This card shows that the worker has the skills, knowledge, and training to do complex tasks safely and effectively on a construction site.
How do I apply for a Gold Advanced Craft Card?
How to Apply:
Complete the CITB HS&E Test: Schedule and pass the appropriate Health, Safety, and Environment test along with an NVQ/SVQ Level 3.
Submit an application: Complete the CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card application form, which can be done online or over the phone on 02038352002 and provide the necessary documents.
Pay the Fee: There is a fee for processing the application, which can be paid online.
What will happen with my CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card if I have Industry Accreditation written on the back of it?
All the CSCS Cards having Industry Accreditation qualification listed on the back will no longer be valid after 31/12/2024 and will not be renewed from 01/07/2024. Therefore, going forward the easiest to demonstrate competence to obtain a new CSCS Card is via an NVQ.
My CSCS Gold Advanced Craft card runs out soon. What shall I do?
If you find that your CSCS card is about to expire you must start taking step to renew the card by taking a valid and relevant CITB Test and then applying for the renewal of the CSCS Gold Card at least 6 months before the card expiry date.
How do I renew my CSCS Gold Advanced Craft card if I have Industry Accrediation qualification on my card?
You cannot renew your CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card. However, if you have a City & Guilds Craft or Advanced Craft certificate, you can apply for a Gold Skilled Worker CSCS card, depending on your certificate type. If not, you will need to complete the NVQ Level 2 qualification to get a new CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card. To book yourself for an NVQ Level 3 qualification for your CSCS card, call us at 02038352002
How can I replace my CSCS Gold Advanced Craft card, if it is Industry Accrediation?
You can replace your CSCS Advanced Craft Card by completing a new NVQ/SVQ (National/Scottish Vocational Qualification). This will allow you to get a new CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card for the occupation you want. Alternatively, you have two other options:
- CSCS Green Labourer Card: This is the most popular card in the construction industry. It allows you to work on-site and covers basic trades. The card is valid for 5 years.
- CSCS Red Provisional Card: This card allows you to work on a construction site for 6 months. To qualify, you need to have taken the CITB HS&E test within the last two years.
For more information or assistance, call us at 02038352002.
What is required to get CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card?
To get a CSCS Gold Advanced Craft card, you need two qualifications:
- CITB HS&E Test (as applicable)
- NVQ/SVQ Level 3
What all qualifications are accepted for the CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Craft card?
To obtain a CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card, you must have one of the
qualifications listed below:
- NVQ/SVQ
Level 3 Qualification certificate - Advanced
Craft Certificate from City & Guilds - Heavy
Vehicle Service and Maintenance Technician Level 3 (st0068) (Approved
Apprenticeship)
What should I do if I don’t have anything required for obtaining a CSCS Gold Advanced Craft card?
You need to go step by step to obtain CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card. First, you need to book any CITB Test suitable for your trade using the given link –Book Now. Post booking this test you shall book NVQ qualification. Once you have booked these two things and have completed the same successfully you shall apply for the CSCS Gold Advanced Craft card. Alternatively, you may call us at 02038352002 for additional support.
What are the benefits of CSCS Gold Advanced Craft card?
Following are the benefits of having a CSCS Gold Advanced Craft Card:
1) You get identified on construction sites as a skilled worker
2) Your pay gets increased
3) It has five years validity so once you have got the card you are free for 5 years
4) Quick employment, if you are someone who is currently not working you should be able to apply for jobs once you have this card.
What is an E-Certificate?
It is an electronic copy of your qualification certificate.
Why E-Certificate is necessary?
Generally, the electronic copy of your certificate is not necessary. However, it is mandatory to provide certificate for those people who have completed their NVQ qualification from City & Guilds after 2012. The norms have been changed now and the E-Certificate is mandatory for applying a CSCS Card for verification purpose.
