Training for the tiling industry

The Tile Association offers a number of training courses and training support, from a beginner apprentice to a Master Craftsman.

Find information and advice about training and qualifications for the tiling industry below.

VIEW THE TILING GUIDE

EWPA & OSAT

The Tile Association assists experienced tilers to gain their NVQ, and in turn a CSCS card, providing a route to qualification for experienced operatives via on-site and off-site assessments.

Learn more about NVQs

Material Training Centres

Here you can find TTA member Material Training Centres. Contact them directly regarding the specific dates of their material training days in relation to your training needs.

View Material Training Centres

Technical Masterclasses

TTA Technical Masterclasses are delivered by expert instructors and aimed at every level of tiler. The contents of each Masterclass are inline with the relevant Technical Publications and British Standards.

Book onto a Technical Masterclass

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The Tile Association

Explore a range of training courses and support below.

Apprenticeship

Find out about the Standard Wall and Floor Tiler Apprenticeship

Colleges

Kickstart your career with a local tiling training college near you

EWPA & OSAT Assessments

Gain your NVQ, and in turn a CSCS card, via on-site or off-site assessment

Tiling Guide

This 28-page booklet includes help and support for tilers in their day-to-day work

Heritage tiling

TTA is working with the industry to develop new and exciting opportunities

Material training centres

Explore a range of sites that can provide for your training needs

See material training centres

Master Craftsman Award

Find information and apply for the highest accolade in tiling

SkillBuild

See the UK's largest multi-trade competition for construction trainees and apprentices

Find out about SkillBuild

Technical Masterclasses

Explore what courses are currently available and how to join

View Technical Masterclasses

TTA student membership

If eligible, apply for a year's free membership to enjoy exclusive member benefits

Find out about student membership

Funding and pathways

Find information on the most common routes of entry to kickstart your career

Useful links

See other useful links for training information

Are you the next Master Tile Fixer?

Master Tile Fixers benefit from enhanced directory listing on TTA website, use of MTF logo, free entry to all TTA Technical Masterclasses and increased marketing presence.