UK's most experienced site engineering & setting out training provider. CITB-assured courses — Gold CSCS card and ProQual Level 3 Diploma in as little as 10 days. Weekend or intensive block formats.
30+
Years Training
£400
Per Day Potential
4–8
Weeks to Gold Card
Next block dates: April 7–15 · May 2–10 — Limited places
£995+VAT
5 Days / 5 Weekends · CITB
Beginner to Intermediate
Total Stations, GNSS & levels. Equipment-focused with CITB qualification. Best starting point for beginners.
£2,245+VAT
10–12 Days · Most Popular ★
Beginner to Advanced
Gold CSCS card & ProQual Level 3 Diploma. The complete site engineering qualification. Lifetime support.
£1,695
For Working Engineers
Diploma + Gold CSCS Card
Already on site? Formalise your experience. Diploma in Engineering Surveying + Gold CSCS card.
£3,995+VAT
★ Flagship — Career Change
Enhanced Career Programme
AutoCAD, Drone A2 CofC, First Aid + lifelong monthly competency sessions. Built for career changers.
CITB Assured Courses
Gold CSCS Approved
Nationally Recognised
Trustpilot Reviewed
Autodesk Licence Included
Post-Training Support for Life
Our Programmes
Find Your Course
From zero experience to Gold CSCS card. Four pathways — choose the one that fits your goals and timeline.
5 Days or 5 Weekends · CITB Qualification
Beginner to Intermediate
Learn to operate Total Stations, GNSS & levelling equipment from scratch. Focused on equipment skills and site confidence. Best first step for beginners.
Manual & robotic Total Stations
GNSS surveying & setting out
Construction drawings & levels
CITB approved certificates
Most Popular
10–12 Days · Gold CSCS + ProQual L3
Beginner to Advanced Engineer
Gold CSCS card + ProQual Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying. The most popular route into a professional site engineering career.
Total Stations & GNSS (full programme)
RC frames, steel & foundations
As-built surveys & QA
ProQual Level 3 Diploma included
Gold CSCS card eligible
Lifetime post-training support
For Working Engineers
Diploma + Gold CSCS Card
Already on site? Formalise your experience with the Diploma in Engineering Surveying and unlock higher-paid roles.
Diploma in Engineering Surveying
Gold CSCS card application
GNSS, coordinates & roadworks
Nationally recognised qualification
Flagship
Complete Career Change
Enhanced Career Programme
Purpose-built for career changers entering construction engineering. Everything in Advanced — plus double the training time, AutoCAD, drone cert, First Aid & lifelong support.
Everything in Beginner to Advanced
AutoCAD + Autodesk licence
CAA Drone A2 CofC certificate
First Aid at Work included
Monthly competency sessions for life
Earn £200–£400 Every Single Day
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.
£400
Daily Rate (Senior)
4 Wks
To Gold CSCS Card
UK+
Internationally Recognised
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Post-Training Support
Flagship Career Change Programme
Changing Career? We Built This For You.
The Enhanced Career Programme is designed for people making a complete switch into construction engineering. It goes far beyond our Advanced course — double the training time, more qualifications, and lifetime support to make sure your career change sticks.
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Gold CSCS Card
Plus ProQual Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying
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Drone A2 CofC
CAA approved commercial drone certificate
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AutoCAD Training
Autodesk licence included for 1 year
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Lifetime Support
Monthly competency sessions & career guidance
£3,995
+VAT · 5% early payment discount available · First Aid at Work included
Why Finchley College
30 Years. Thousands of Site Engineers. One Promise.
We don't just teach — we make you site-ready. No other UK provider has been doing this longer.
30+ Years of Proven Results
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.
Hands-On, Not Just Theory
Intensive practical training with real instruments — Total Stations, GNSS, digital levels — so you're site-confident from your very first day on site.
Flexible Scheduling
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.
Lifetime Post-Training Support
Monthly competency sessions, help finding work, and ongoing skills maintenance — long after you graduate. We invest in your career for the long term.
Verified Student Reviews
What Our Site Engineers Say
★★★★★
"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."
TL
Thomas L.
Trustpilot · August 2023
★★★★★
"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."
JM
James M.
Verified Graduate · 2023
★★★★★
"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."
SR
Sam R.
Verified Graduate · 2024
Ready to Take the Next Step? Secure Your Place Today.
Places fill up fast. Register your interest now and we'll contact you within 24 hours to confirm availability and answer any questions.
Every course we offer — from first-time beginners to experienced engineers seeking formal recognition. All CITB assured, all nationally recognised.
Practical Engineering Courses
Surveying & Setting Out
Hands-on site engineering training for beginners, graduates and experienced professionals. Weekend or block-release scheduling.
Beginners Welcome · CITB Qualification
Beginner to Intermediate (Graduate Starter)
Learn to operate Total Stations, GNSS and levelling equipment from scratch. Focused on equipment skills and site confidence. CITB qualification included.
Manual & robotic Total Stations
GNSS for surveying & setting out
Automatic, laser & digital levels
Reading construction drawings
Instrument setup, calibration & programs
CITB approved certificates included
Duration5 weekends or 5 days
Study PackIncluded
Gold CSCS Card + ProQual Level 3 Diploma
Most Popular
Beginner to Advanced Engineer
Our most popular course — delivers the Gold CSCS Engineer Surveyor Card and ProQual Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying. The complete route into a professional site engineering career.
Total Stations (manual & robotic)
GNSS surveying & site control
Surveying accuracy, precision & checking
Foundations, RC & steel frame setting out
As-built surveys & pre-pour checks
QA procedures & holding-down bolts
Gold CSCS card eligible
Lifetime post-training support included
Duration10–12 days
5% discountPay 2 wks early
For Working Engineers
Diploma in Engineering Surveying
Already working on site without formal qualifications? Gain your Diploma and apply for the Gold CSCS Engineer Surveyor Card.
Purpose-built for career changers entering construction engineering. Double the training time of our Advanced course, with AutoCAD, drone certification, First Aid, and monthly lifelong competency sessions — everything you need to fully transition into a new career.
CAA A2 CofC drone certification included — opens up aerial survey work alongside ground-based engineering.
Everything in Beginner to Advanced
AutoCAD training
CAA approved Drone certificates (A2 CofC)
First Aid at Work
Construction processes & quality assurance
Site & setting out engineer workflows
5% discountPay 4 wks early
Additional Qualifications
Management NVQs & Short Courses
Progress into management, health & safety, or senior leadership roles with our nationally recognised NVQ programmes.
Level 3 NVQ
Occupational Work Supervision
Ideal for those moving into supervisory roles on construction sites.
3–6 monthsNVQ Diploma
Level 6 NVQ
Construction Contracting Operations Management
For experienced professionals taking on contract management responsibilities.
3–6 monthsNVQ Diploma
Level 7 NVQ
Construction Senior Management
The highest-level construction management qualification, for directors and senior managers.
3–6 monthsNVQ Diploma
Not Sure Which Course Is Right for You?
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.
Beginner to Intermediate (Graduate Starter)
A practical introduction to engineering surveying and setting out equipment. Ideal for beginners and graduates who want hands-on confidence using Total Stations, GNSS and levelling instruments. Achieves a CITB-approved qualification.
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 site engineering skillset, leading to the Gold CSCS Engineer Surveyor Card and ProQual Level 3 Diploma in Engineering Surveying. Runs throughout the year without 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 the practical element at college. The course runs over 9 consecutive days plus an optional extra weekend.
Key Topics
Total Stations (full)
GNSS & Site Control
Surveying Accuracy
Foundations Setting Out
RC Frame Setting Out
Steel Frame Setting Out
Holding-Down Bolts
As-Built Surveys
Pre-Pour Checks
QA Procedures
Diploma for Working Engineers
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.
Management Qualifications
NVQ Diplomas
Progress from site engineer to management with our nationally recognised NVQ programmes. 3 to 6 month distance-learning qualifications assessed by portfolio.
Construction Management NVQs
Level Your Career Up
All NVQ programmes are assessed via work-based portfolio evidence — no exams, no classroom, no career breaks required.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma
Occupational Work Supervision
For supervisors and foremen on construction sites. Demonstrates your ability to plan, organise and supervise work activities effectively.
3–6 monthsPortfolio-basedNVQ Diploma
Level 3 NVQ Diploma
Occupational Health & Safety
Formal qualification in health and safety management for construction professionals moving into safety-focused roles.
3–6 monthsPortfolio-basedNVQ Diploma
Level 6 NVQ Diploma
Construction Site Management
The benchmark qualification for site managers. Demonstrates broad management competence across all key areas of construction site operations.
3–6 monthsPortfolio-basedCSCS Black Card
Level 6 NVQ Diploma
Construction Contracting Operations Management
For experienced professionals managing contracts, procurement and commercial operations within a construction business.
3–6 monthsPortfolio-basedNVQ Diploma
Level 6 NVQ Diploma
Occupational Health & Safety (Senior)
Advanced health and safety qualification for safety managers and those responsible for H&S systems across a company or project.
3–6 monthsPortfolio-basedNVQ Diploma
Level 7 NVQ Diploma
Construction Senior Management
The most senior level NVQ in construction. For directors, project directors and senior managers demonstrating strategic leadership and management excellence.
3–6 monthsPortfolio-basedPlatinum CSCS Card
Additional Qualifications
Short Courses & Certifications
First Aid at Work
3-day HSE regulated First Aid at Work certification. Essential for site supervisors and engineers.
A2 CofC Drone Certification
CAA approved A2 Certificate of Competency for commercial drone operations on and around construction sites.
AutoCAD Training
Autodesk AutoCAD course included in the Enhanced Programme. One-year Autodesk student licence included with all courses.
Progress Your Career Into Management
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.
Building Britain's Engineers Since the 1990s
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.
1990s
Founded in Finchley, London
Started with a single mission: practical, job-ready training for site engineers at a time when no one else was doing it.
2000s
Expanded Course Portfolio
Added management NVQs and broader qualifications as demand from the construction sector grew rapidly.
2010s
CITB Assured Provider Status
Gained CITB assured provider status — national recognition of our quality and the value of our qualifications.
Now
Thousands Trained, Still Growing
The only UK provider with 30+ years in this specialist field. Still teaching the same hands-on way, with new technologies added every year.
Our Values
What Drives Us
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Practical First
Theory informs but practice transforms. Every course is designed so you leave with real skills, not just certificates.
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Career-Focused
We measure success not by course completion, but by whether our graduates get on site and earn well.
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Long-Term Support
We invest in your career for life — not just for the days you're in training. Our alumni network is a real asset.
Our Team
Expert Instructors
Our tutors are practising engineers and surveyors with decades of real site experience. They don't just teach — they've lived it.
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Reza — Chief Instructor
Lead Engineering Tutor
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.
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The Finchley Team
Training & Support Staff
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.
Join the Finchley Family
Thousands of engineers have started their careers with us. You could be next. Get in touch today — no obligation, just good advice.
What We Offer
Our Services
Beyond course delivery, Finchley College provides a range of services to support employers, construction companies, and individual engineers throughout their careers.
Services
How We Can Help You
Individual Training Courses
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.
Corporate & Group Training
Bespoke training packages for construction companies looking to upskill existing teams, onboard new engineers, or achieve CSCS compliance across their workforce.
NVQ Assessment & Portfolio Support
End-to-end support for NVQ candidates from Level 3 to Level 7 — adviser-led portfolio development, evidence gathering guidance, and submission support.
CSCS Card Applications
Guidance and support throughout the Gold CSCS Engineer Surveyor Card application process, including qualification verification and CITB test preparation.
Post-Training Competency Sessions
Monthly one-day sessions for Finchley College enhanced graduates to maintain and develop their skills, and stay site-ready throughout their career.
Career Advice & Job Placement Support
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.
Employer Services
Training Your Workforce
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.
Group Training Includes
Dedicated scheduling✓
Bespoke curriculum✓
Group pricing✓
CITB assured✓
Certificate of completion✓
Let's Talk About Your Needs
Whether you're an individual looking to start a career or an employer needing to train a team, we're here to help.
