Construction Chamber Manpower for international market

The Chamber of Construction Industry (CCI) Sri Lanka in association with the Bioforce Development Institute of France has been conducting construction craftsmen training programs through its training centres in Balapitiya, Matara and Kalutara in collaboration with the Southern Development Authority at Thamaduwa in the Hambantota district.

These training centres which are accredited by the Tertiary and Vocational Education Commission (TVEC) have been training construction craftsmen to achieve NVQ level III proficiency.

CCI is also conducting short courses and assessment of proficiency for those already in the industry. Those who obtain internationally recognised qualifications are also provided opportunities to obtain City and Guilds accreditation.

In addition, CCI in collaboration with Skills International (Pvt) Ltd. has been engaged in training of technicians for City and Guilds Certificate, Diploma and Advanced Diploma Levels giving opportunities for young people who have not been able to enter the University to become construction professionals in 24 months.

Trainees at all levels are provided with on the job training and employment placement to benefit the most vulnerable sectors of the society.

The Chamber having pioneered the promotion of Export of Construction Related Services including contracting will now enhance its training capacity to satisfy the manpower requirements of Sri Lankan companies which have secured contracts and business leads in the State of Qatar.