SKILLS HUB
Welcome to the Skills Hub, the area for training and learning. The hub brings together details of courses specific to the finishes and interiors sector, making accessing and booking training quick and easy. In addition, it provides information on sector careers, apprenticeships and funding, as well as access to e-learning, CPD and other training.
FIS activity in this area is member led via our Skills Board. To find out more or get involved email info@thefis.org.uk
Training Directory
Our Associate Member – Approved Training Providers (ATPs) deliver the training and qualifications required by members to support their businesses and to provide proof of competence – a key element in ensuring success.
Advice & Information
Ask questions by completing the form at the bottom of the page or call 0121 707 0077
Apprenticeships & Qualifications
Information for individuals and employers
Careers
Find out about career opportunities in the finishes and interiors sector
CSCS
Providing proof that individuals have the appropriate qualifications and training to work on site.
Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
A range of sector specific CPDs delivered by FIS or its members
Recruitment & Induction
Sustainability information including measuring plasterboard waste in the sector
Skills Board
Leading the FIS Skills Strategy to support the development of a competent sector workforce
Skills & Training Funding
Skills clinics, developing training plans and available funding
Training Offers
Funded and discounted training provided by FIS Approved Training Providers.
SKILLS AND TRAINING NEWS
£45 million package to train staff and help Welsh SMEs grow
A £45 million package of funding that will help small businesses across Wales to grow and support thousands of people to train to work in key sectors is being made available by the Welsh Government, Economy Minister, Vaughan Gething has announced. As part of the...
Deadline approaching for apprentice incentive payment
The deadline for employers to apply for the incentive payment for new apprentices hired between April and September 2021 is fast approaching. Eligible employers must apply for their incentive payment by 30 November 2021. how to apply video including a walk through of...
National Apprenticeship Week theme ‘Build the Future’ announced for 2022
The theme for the 15th annual National Apprenticeship Week has been announced today. The National Apprenticeship Week 2022 theme of ‘Build the Future’ continues from 2021, and focuses on the benefits apprenticeships can have on individuals, businesses, and local...
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