Ward Training Services

About Ward Training Services

Ward Training Services is a construction training provider. Since 2024 it has offered SQA qualifications in Civil Engineering, Construction (plant operations, supervising and management), Lifting and Confined Spaces.

Qualifications that demonstrate competency

In an increasingly regulated industry, workers need to demonstrate competency in various disciplines. Ward Training Services wanted to fill a gap in their provision by offering plant national vocational qualifications (NVQs), which once completed, allow individuals to demonstrate competency to do their jobs. Individuals can then apply for a CSCS (Construction Skills Certification Scheme) work card, which provides proof of suitable qualifications and training, and is required before working on many construction sites.

This also allowed Ward Training Services to expand their portfolio, meeting the needs of a wider audience, and in turn growing their business.

Working with SQA

Sharing why they chose to work with SQA, Harry, Director at Ward Training Services, said: ‘I had previously worked at other organisations that offered SQA qualifications and always had a positive experience.’

When applying to become an SQA centre, Harry also said ‘it was straightforward to set up a systems approval visit. We received guidance from systems and external verifiers before and during the visit. And we found SQA staff very helpful and easy to work with — customer service is excellent.’

Once approved, Ward Training Services took the opportunity to use the free development visit*, which helps to ensure best practice, allows centres to discuss processes, and looks at opportunities for growth and diversification.

Next steps

Ward Training Services is planning to continue growing as a business. This includes expanding their portfolio of SQA qualifications to cover more industry specialisms.

*A development visit is available free of charge when carried out within six months of first qualification approval within a verification group. Speak to us for more information.