Existing ATOs (Approved Training Organisations)
The information on this page is for existing Approved Training Organisations (ATOs) only.
Please note: It is no longer possible to apply to become an ATO.
You can apply to become a member of The Training Provider Network.
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CITB is responsible for helping to develop and maintain standards and qualifications in the construction industry, we do this by ensuring that training provided is delivered and assessed to an industry agreed standard.
As a CITB Approved Training Organisation (ATO) you have agreed to provide construction training courses and qualifications to a defined and industry-agreed training standard.
To support our ATOs and ensure a consistent approach in how they treat learners and provide their services, we have specific policies in place. Our Quality Assurance team supplements this approach with occasional visits to check an ATO's training premises.
Policies
- Conflict of interest policy outlines how CITB will deal with potential conflicts of interest with an ATO, an employer or learner, and other awarding bodies
- Equality and diversity policy spells out our requirements for ATOs to provide equality of opportunity, diversity and considerations for a learner's special access and assessment needs
- Anti-fraud, malpractice and maladministration policy aims to protect the integrity, reliability and reputation of CITB ATOs and the related training products and services.
If you have any questions about these policies, please email ctdservices@citb.co.uk
Types of training categories
There are three categories of training that an ATO can offer. They are defined as:
- Assured
These are training products that meet the CITB short duration training standards - CITB
This refers to CITB products such as Site Safety Plus (SSP) or Internet test Centres (ITCs) - Recognised
These are training courses and qualifications that are provided by an awarding organisation, such as City & Guilds or NOCN. These products are on CITB's list of recognised qualifications and short courses.
Fees
ATO
It is no longer possible to apply to become an ATO and existing ATOs do not pay membership fees, however in certain circumstances, Quality Assurance fees may be applied.
The Training Provider Network
There are no fees or charges to become a member of the Training Provider Network, however fees apply for CITB products and in certain circumstances, Quality Assurance fees may be applied.