Join thousands trained over 30+ years. Practical, hands-on courses on weekends or 9-day blocks. Earn your Gold CSCS card in as little as 4 weeks.
Total Stations, GNSS, levels & construction drawings. CITB approved certificates included.
Full setting out engineer skillset — RC frames, steel, foundations & QA. Lifetime support included.
Formalise your site experience with the nationally recognised Diploma in Engineering Surveying.
From zero experience to Gold CSCS card. Choose the path that fits your goals and timeline.
Perfect for graduates who lack practical site confidence and want hands-on training fast.
The complete package. Full skills to work independently on any UK construction site.
Already on site? Formalise your experience and unlock higher-paid roles.
Site engineers are in constant demand across the UK. Our courses give you everything you need to walk onto any construction site and start earning — fast.
We don't just teach — we make you site-ready. No other UK provider has been doing this longer.
The only UK provider with over 30 years of training site engineers. Our alumni work on some of the country's most prestigious construction projects.
Intensive practical training with real instruments — Total Stations, GNSS, digital levels — so you're site-confident from your very first day on site.
Weekend sessions starting the first Saturday of every month, or intensive 9-day blocks. Train around your existing job with no half-term or summer breaks.
Monthly competency sessions, help finding work, and ongoing skills maintenance — long after you graduate. We invest in your career for the long term.
"Reza is an impeccable tutor — concise, knowledgeable, and so passionate about engineering. The course layout is perfect for all learning styles. He's happy to explain things in as many ways as possible."
"I came in with zero experience and left with the confidence to work independently on a construction site. The practical sessions on real equipment were absolutely worth every penny."
"Got my Gold CSCS card and moved from a labourer role to a site engineer position within 6 weeks. My day rate more than tripled. This course genuinely changed my career completely."
Places fill up fast. Register your interest now and we'll contact you within 24 hours to confirm availability and answer any questions.
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Every course we offer — from first-time beginners to experienced engineers seeking formal recognition. All CITB assured, all nationally recognised.
Hands-on site engineering training for beginners, graduates and experienced professionals. Weekend or block-release scheduling.
A practical introduction to engineering surveying, ideal for graduates who want hands-on site confidence using industry-standard equipment.
Our flagship course — the complete skillset required to work confidently and independently on UK construction sites.
Already working on site without formal qualifications? Gain your Diploma and apply for the Gold CSCS Engineer Surveyor Card.
For those changing career into construction engineering. Double training time plus additional short courses to maximise your opportunities.
Progress into management, health & safety, or senior leadership roles with our nationally recognised NVQ programmes.
Ideal for those moving into supervisory roles on construction sites.
For experienced professionals taking on contract management responsibilities.
The highest-level construction management qualification, for directors and senior managers.
Speak to one of our training advisors and we'll recommend the best programme for your background and goals.
Practical courses for beginners, graduates and working professionals. Get job-ready with industry-focused training trusted for over 30 years.
A practical introduction to engineering surveying and setting out, ideal for beginners and graduates who want to gain confidence using industry-standard equipment and receive CITB approved certificates.
This course runs on 5 weekend sessions or 5 consecutive days. Learners are provided with a comprehensive study pack to prepare before the practical sessions begin.
Our most popular course — the full skillset required to work competently and independently on construction sites. This course runs throughout the year without any half-term or summer breaks.
Learners are advised to register 2–4 weeks in advance to study theory at home and submit draft assignments before joining the practical element at college. The course runs over 9 consecutive days plus an optional extra weekend.
Designed for professionals already working on-site without formal qualifications. The Diploma in Engineering Surveying is CSCS-approved, enabling applicants to apply for the Gold CSCS Engineer Surveyor Card.
Weekend sessions start the first Saturday of every month. Block dates in April and May are filling fast.
Progress from site engineer to management with our nationally recognised NVQ programmes. 3 to 6 month distance-learning qualifications assessed by portfolio.
All NVQ programmes are assessed via work-based portfolio evidence — no exams, no classroom, no career breaks required.
For supervisors and foremen on construction sites. Demonstrates your ability to plan, organise and supervise work activities effectively.
Formal qualification in health and safety management for construction professionals moving into safety-focused roles.
The benchmark qualification for site managers. Demonstrates broad management competence across all key areas of construction site operations.
For experienced professionals managing contracts, procurement and commercial operations within a construction business.
Advanced health and safety qualification for safety managers and those responsible for H&S systems across a company or project.
The most senior level NVQ in construction. For directors, project directors and senior managers demonstrating strategic leadership and management excellence.
3-day HSE regulated First Aid at Work certification. Essential for site supervisors and engineers.
CAA approved A2 Certificate of Competency for commercial drone operations on and around construction sites.
Autodesk AutoCAD course included in the Enhanced Programme. One-year Autodesk student licence included with all courses.
Our NVQ advisors will help you identify the right level and submit your portfolio for assessment. Get in touch to start today.
Over 30 years of building engineers. The UK's only training provider with this level of experience and specialisation in site engineering and setting out.
Finchley College is the UK's longest-established specialist provider of site engineering and setting out training. Founded on a simple mission — to give people the practical skills they need to walk onto a construction site and work with complete confidence — we have trained thousands of engineers over three decades.
We specialise in hands-on surveying and setting out training through intensive practical sessions at the college, supplemented by classroom teaching, course notes, simulators, and video and audio lessons. Whether you're starting from scratch, upskilling after university, or formalising years of site experience, we have a programme to match your goals.
We provide post-training support for life — including monthly competency sessions, career guidance, and continued access to our training network long after you graduate.
Started with a single mission: practical, job-ready training for site engineers at a time when no one else was doing it.
Added management NVQs and broader qualifications as demand from the construction sector grew rapidly.
Gained CITB assured provider status — national recognition of our quality and the value of our qualifications.
The only UK provider with 30+ years in this specialist field. Still teaching the same hands-on way, with new technologies added every year.
Theory informs but practice transforms. Every course is designed so you leave with real skills, not just certificates.
We measure success not by course completion, but by whether our graduates get on site and earn well.
We invest in your career for life — not just for the days you're in training. Our alumni network is a real asset.
Our tutors are practising engineers and surveyors with decades of real site experience. They don't just teach — they've lived it.
With decades of hands-on site and training experience, Reza is widely regarded by students as one of the UK's finest engineering tutors. His ability to tailor teaching to every learning style is what sets Finchley College apart.
Our support team manages everything from course scheduling to post-training career support. We're here every step of the way — before, during, and long after your course ends.
Thousands of engineers have started their careers with us. You could be next. Get in touch today — no obligation, just good advice.
Beyond course delivery, Finchley College provides a range of services to support employers, construction companies, and individual engineers throughout their careers.
Our core offering — practical hands-on engineering surveying and setting out courses for individuals at all levels, from beginners to experienced professionals seeking formal recognition.
Bespoke training packages for construction companies looking to upskill existing teams, onboard new engineers, or achieve CSCS compliance across their workforce.
End-to-end support for NVQ candidates from Level 3 to Level 7 — adviser-led portfolio development, evidence gathering guidance, and submission support.
Guidance and support throughout the Gold CSCS Engineer Surveyor Card application process, including qualification verification and CITB test preparation.
Monthly one-day sessions for Finchley College enhanced graduates to maintain and develop their skills, and stay site-ready throughout their career.
We help our graduates get into work — from CV advice to introductions within our industry network. We are invested in your success beyond the classroom.
If you're a construction company looking to train new engineers or upskill existing staff, we can create a bespoke training package tailored to your project requirements, schedule, and budget.
Group bookings receive dedicated scheduling and competitive pricing. All training is CITB assured and nationally recognised.
Whether you're an individual looking to start a career or an employer needing to train a team, we're here to help.
Speak to our training advisors about the right course for you. We respond to all enquiries within 24 hours.
Block courses: April 7–15 and May 2–10
Weekend sessions: First Saturday of every month
Pay per weekend session, or pay in full in advance and receive a 5% discount. We work with you to find a payment plan that suits your situation.
We'll respond within 24 hours with course availability, dates, and personalised advice.
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