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Welcome to Competence Matters
Competence Matters
specialise in the provision of Construction Vocational Qualifications.
The qualifications we offer are recognised by Construction Skills and lead to the attainment of competence compliance for both CSCS and CPCS card schemes.
It’s natural for every business to want success, but success is all too often a reflection of the quality and ability of your people.
Competence Matters
provide services which not only facilitate compliance but improve performance both at the individual and corporate levels.
The Learning Portal
At the core of our services is an internet based competence management portal. This online tool allows you to manage your portfolio, submit evidence and review progress at a time and place that suits your needs.
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Construction Management & Supervision
National Vocational Qualification for Construction Management and Supervisory Occupations including Building & Civil Engineering, Residential Development and Senior Management at Levels 3,4 & 5.
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Construction Specialist Awards
National Vocational Qualifications for support functions including Quantity Surveying, Estimating, Planning, Buying, Design, and Surveying Management at Levels 3 & 4.
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Construction Plant
National Vocational Qualifications for Plant Operators including all general CPCS categories, Slinger / Signalling, Lifting Operations - Planning & Supervision (Appointed Persons)
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Construction Operatives
National Vocational Qualifications for Construction Operatives including General Operatives, Wood Occupations, Roof Sheeting and Cladding and Mining Operations.
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Wembley builder exposed customers to carbon monoxide
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