Construction Short Courses
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Construction Qualifications
Portland Training offers a comprehensive range of construction short courses designed to support individuals and businesses in meeting health and safety, compliance, and professional development requirements. Our courses are suitable for site managers, supervisors, operatives, and those responsible for health and safety across the construction industry.
We deliver nationally recognised qualifications from leading awarding bodies including CITB, IOSH, and NEBOSH. All courses are available nationwide, with flexible options to attend in person at training venues across the UK or via live online learning led by experienced instructors.
Whether you are looking to gain a new qualification, renew an existing certificate, or upskill your workforce, our construction short courses provide practical, industry-relevant training that supports safer sites, legal compliance, and career progression.
CITB Courses
Our CITB-accredited courses are designed specifically for the construction industry and focus on improving health, safety, and welfare standards on site. These courses are widely recognised by employers and clients and are often a requirement for site management and supervisory roles.
Portland Training delivers a full range of CITB Site Safety Plus courses, including SMSTS, SSSTS, and refresher options. These courses support construction professionals at different stages of their career, from supervisors progressing into management to experienced site managers renewing their certification.
All CITB courses are available nationwide, with the choice of in-person training at approved venues or live online delivery. This flexible approach ensures individuals and employers can maintain compliance and certification without unnecessary disruption to site operations.
A five day CITB course for site managers covering health, safety, and legal responsibilities on construction sites.
A two day CITB course for site supervisors focusing on safe site supervision and health and safety responsibilities.
A two day refresher course for site managers who need to renew their SMSTS certificate and stay compliant with current site safety requirements.
A one day refresher course for supervisors renewing their SSSTS certificate and maintaining up to date knowledge of site safety practices.
NEBOSH
Portland Training delivers NEBOSH courses that provide in-depth knowledge of health, safety, and risk management across a range of industries. These nationally recognised qualifications are ideal for managers, supervisors, and employees who want to improve workplace safety, ensure legal compliance, and develop their professional skills. Our NEBOSH courses are available nationwide, with flexible options to attend in person or via live online training.
A construction specific health and safety qualification focused on managing risk and compliance on construction sites.
A nationally recognised qualification covering the key principles of managing health and safety across a wide range of workplaces.
A specialist qualification designed to help manage fire risks, improve fire safety, and implement prevention and emergency procedures.
IOSH
Portland Training delivers IOSH courses designed to provide managers, supervisors, and employees with essential health and safety knowledge and practical skills. These internationally recognised qualifications are suitable across multiple industries, helping delegates improve safety, comply with legislation, and develop professionally. All courses are available nationwide, with the choice of in-person training or live online delivery.
A practical qualification for managers and supervisors covering health and safety responsibilities, risk management, and workplace compliance across a wide range of industries.
An entry-level course providing employees with essential awareness of workplace hazards, safe working practices, and personal responsibilities for health and safety.