Card Comparison

CSCS Cards Explained

Compare all six CSCS card colours to find the right one for your qualifications and experience.

Green Card — Labourer

The starting point for anyone new to construction site work.

Blue Card — Skilled Worker

For qualified tradespeople who have proven their skills with an NVQ Level 2.

Gold Card — Advanced Craft / Supervisor

For advanced craftspeople and supervisors with Level 3 qualifications.

Red Card — Trainee / Provisional / Apprentice

Temporary cards for people who are training or new to the industry.

White Card — Academically / Professionally Qualified

For degree-level professionals working towards full construction NVQs.

Black Card — Manager

The senior card for construction managers and directors.

At A Glance

Compare Card Levels & Validity

Card	Also Known As	Level	Validity
Green Card	Labourer	Entry level	5 years	Details
Blue Card	Skilled Worker	Skilled worker	5 years	Details
Gold Card	Advanced Craft / Supervisor	Advanced / supervisory	5 years	Details
Red Card	Trainee / Provisional / Apprentice	Trainee / temporary	1–3 years depending on sub-type	Details
White Card	Academically / Professionally Qualified	Qualified professional	1 year (non-renewable)	Details
Black Card	Manager	Manager	5 years	Details

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