National Construction Colleges (NCCs) reopening

In line with Government guidelines, this week NCC East and NCC South delegates have been welcomed back. The colleges will reopen gradually to ensure they meet all COVID-19 safety requirements, with apprentices returning from the week beginning 22 March. Customers have been informed that everyone will take a lateral flow test, before attending courses – the safety of staff and delegates is paramount.

To further support employers, remote learning is also continuing with apprentices and health and safety courses, with more courses being added in April. Health, Safety and Environment (HS&E) testing at the Pearson Vue centres resumed in England and Wales from 18 January, though centres are not currently open in Scotland.

NCC Scotland remains closed for face-to-face learning but is hoping to be able to open on 5 April. NCC will continue to monitor the guidelines of the national governments and keep customers updated.

In line with government policies NCC are continually reviewing local support, for apprenticeships and customer engagement – as soon as it is considered safe, these services will be re-introduced.