1. TRAINING FOR THE TILE FIXER EUF Cersaie Conference 24/09/2014

2. SKILLS SHORTAGES Skills shortages have several effects: - Increased wage and recruitment costs Import of cheap skilled and unskilled labour Limits in type of work Delays to work programmes Poor service results Poor standards

3. SKILLS SHORTAGES The consequences of skills shortages include: - A low level of new recruits to the industry An ageing workforce Low levels of organised training Low margins resulting in limited investment in training Low pay, poor working conditions and a lack of respect Increased legislation and regulations

4. CONSTRUCTION SKILLS DIPLOMA IN WALL & FLOOR TILING Level 1 Diploma in Wall & Floor Tiling = 1 Year Level 2 Diploma in Wall & Floor Tiling = 1 Year Level 3 Diploma in Wall & Floor Tiling = 1 Year

5. CONSTRUCTION SKILLS DIPLOMA IN WALL & FLOOR TILING The qualifications for Wall & Floor Tiling are being delivered through: - Colleges Independent Training Centres On Site Assessment and Training (OSAT) Experienced Worker Practical Assessment (EWPA)

6. WHAT WILL IT MEAN TO ME? Tilers receiving a Triennial award from the Worshipful Company of Tylers and Bricklayers for Excellence in Ceramic Tiling

7. HOW DO I GET A CARD? CSCS endorsement will be granted by two possible routes: - A QCF (Qualifications and Credit Framework) qualification* A Site Safety Plus Health and Safety Awareness Course* * The CITB Health, Safety and Environment Test has to be passed alongside this route

8. CONSTRUCTION SKILLS Construction Skills will: - Arrange training for you at a local college Help you as an employer claim grants – You could get up to £9,500 over a three year apprenticeship! Advise you on expenses available to cover lodgings or travel costs Help with any problems you have during your apprenticeship

9. GRANTS Grants are also available for: - OSAT Centre Fees NVQ Fees CSCS Health & Safety Test CSCS Cards

10. Robert Howard MBE “There is funding there for apprentices and funding for other various training schemes. Within the last two years, in fact, the TTA has achieved £100,000 worth of funding.”