About Us

Get to know the team behind your training and discover how we help people across the UK build skills and careers that last.

WHO WE ARE

Your Trusted Partner in Professional Training

Delivering expert, accredited training that equips you with the skills and certifications to succeed in a competitive industry.

Total Construction Training is a family-run business providing high-quality, online and in-person training to trade professionals across the UK. Founded by Ian Bradley, who brought decades of industry experience and a passion for raising standards, we offer a full spectrum of accredited courses at convenient locations and competitive prices.

Our job is to support your success, and we do that with a team of dedicated in-house instructors who bring a wealth of real-world expertise to every class. From practical plant skills to essential health and safety courses, we deliver expert training with prompt certification to help you move forward in your career.

OUR HISTORY

Total Construction Training

AUG, 2011

Start

Started from a dining room table with just Ian
 
 

SEP, 2012

Redditch Centre Opened

Redditch centre opened and CPCS accreditation gained, 1st full time instructor employed
 
 

OCT, 2014

NVQ Centre Opened

NVQ Centre opened and accreditation gained with CSkills Awards
 
 

JUNE, 2018

NPORS Accreditation Gained

NPORS accreditation gained for Redditch centre and onsite courses
 
 

JULY, 2023

2nd Centre Opened

2nd Centre at Bromsgrove opened with accreditations for IPAF, PASMA, IOSH, CITB Site Safety Plus, NUCO, UKATA
 
 
 

AUG, 2025

New Courses Added

New Roads and Street Works Courses added at Redditch centre through Highfield
 
 
 

OUR VALUES

What Are Our Values?

Our values are shaped by what matters to our learners: honest support, fair prices, expert guidance and quality training that truly makes an impact on your career.

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EXPERT ADVICE

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From course advice and top tips to industry insights and the latest news, our blog shares helpful information to support you before, during and after your training.

IPAF Categories Explained (3a and 3b)

IPAF Categories Explained (3a and 3b)

For anyone new to powered access equipment, IPAF categories can be difficult to understand at first. Two of the most…

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What is the difference between CPCS and NPORS?

What is the difference between CPCS and NPORS?

Plant operator certification is essential in the UK construction and industrial sectors, helping workers demonstrate competence, safety awareness and compliance…

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Top Tips to Pass Your Street Works Qualification First Time

Top Tips to Pass Your Street Works Qualification First Time

What Is the Street Works Qualification? The New Roads and Street Works Act (NRSWA) was created in 1991 to protect…

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The Ultimate Working at Height Checklist for Construction Sites 

The Ultimate Working at Height Checklist for Construction Sites 

Working at height is considered one of the most serious risks within the construction industry. Tasks like roofing, working on…

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NRSWA Supervisor vs Operative: The Key Differences Explained

NRSWA Supervisor vs Operative: The Key Differences Explained

The New Roads and Street Works Act 1991 (NRSWA) has set the legal framework for safely carrying out streetworks in…

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IPAF Training for Scissor Lifts Explained

IPAF Training for Scissor Lifts Explained

Working from heights, including working on a scissor lift, requires complete and proper training. It’s essential to protect both the…

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