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FIS has been working with members to develop the competency frameworks for key occupations in our sector. These frameworks are now open for a 30 day consultation and your feedback is crucial in shaping the future of your industry ensuring a strong, sustainable future for the profession. Click on the occupations below for more information:

These frameworks define the Skills, Knowledge, Experience, and Behaviours essential for each trade. We encourage you to submit your feedback by 28 February 2025.

FIS Competency Toolkit

This Toolkit provides essential guidance and tools to support FIS Members in meeting new regulatory competence requirements, providing advice on CSCS, Competency Frameworks that support our sector and details information on how to create a Competency Management Plan.

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Gove’s Contract and the Challenge for the Supply Chain

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Apprenticeship Reviews in England and Scotland

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The Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (IfATE) are in the process of reviewing the English apprenticeship standard for Plasterer. The latest update indicates a level 3 apprenticeship outcome is being considered for Plasterers. Following the outcome...