Apply For CSCS Experienced Technical, Supervisor or Manager (TSM) Card

The Experienced Technical, Supervisor or Manager (TSM) CSCS Card provides a route for experienced professionals working in technical, supervisory, or management positions within the construction industry. It allows them to continue working on-site while completing their recognised qualification toward skilled or advanced CSCS status.

Who Can Apply

This card is ideal for:

• Supervisors, Managers, and Technical staff with at least one year of experience in the last three years.

• Candidates registered to complete an NVQ or SVQ Level 3, SCQF Level 6, or higher qualification in a construction-related discipline.

Validity and Renewal

• The Experienced TSM Card is valid for three years only.

• It cannot be renewed, as it serves as a temporary card while the applicant completes their qualification.

• Once the qualification is complete, the holder can apply for the appropriate Skilled, Advanced, or Manager-level CSCS card.

Required CITB Test

All applicants must pass the appropriate level of the CITB Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Test within the last two years.
You can check the correct test level for your occupation using the CSCS Card Finder.

Proof of NVQ/SVQ Registration

Applicants must provide evidence that they are officially registered for an NVQ or SVQ qualification. Proof must include:

• Full name of the applicant

• Complete title of the NVQ/SVQ qualification and its level

• Date of registration (must be within the last two years)

This confirmation is typically provided by your training organisation or the awarding body managing your qualification.

Overseas Qualifications

 

If your qualification was obtained outside the UK and is not currently recognised by CSCS, you’ll need to contact Ecctis to obtain an Industry Skills Statement confirming its equivalency before applying.

Please note that all bookings processed through our platform include comprehensive application management, document verification, and priority handling services designed to simplify the overall process for individuals applying for a CSCS Card or scheduling their CITB Test. The total payable amount displayed at checkout covers both the official scheme charges and associated administrative costs necessary to complete your request efficiently. For transparency, the total charge includes the mandatory CSCS card application fee currently set by the official scheme at £36, plus a administrative and processing service charge which supports customer support, document assistance, and managed submission. Similarly, for CITB test bookings, the overall amount reflects the standard test cost of £22.50 plus administrative and processing service charge, confirmation handling, and rescheduling support where required. Our role is to assist candidates in completing their applications smoothly and accurately while ensuring compliance with current scheme requirements. This consolidated pricing structure allows applicants to benefit from managed processing without needing to engage directly with multiple official portals or documentation processes.