Diploma in Building Control Surveying

The CIOB Diploma in Public Service Building Control Surveying is designed for new Building Control officers working in the construction sector who are able to deal with domestic extensions and alterations.

About the Qualification

The CIOB Diploma in Public Service Building Control Surveying is designed for new Building Control officers working in the construction sector who are able to deal with domestic extensions and alterations. This qualification develops the learner’s knowledge and skills to evaluate applications for compliance, liaise with stakeholders and carry out inspections to domestic construction projects safely and efficiently.

This programme provides the underpinning knowledge and understanding for the level 6 top-up degree in Public Service Building Control Surveying forming part of the degree apprenticeship. Candidates will need to progress onto the Diploma in Building Control (small and large commercial, new homes and high-rise) before entering the BSc (Hons) Degree in Building Control Surveying. Higher education providers may consider these qualifications for exemption from certain modules within their degree programmes. Candidates completing the Diploma can also progress to full chartered membership of the CIOB through the Chartered Membership Programme.

Entry Requirements

  • A minimum of three A-levels at grade C or higher (or equivalent) or
  • A qualification at Level 3 S/NVQ in construction or a related discipline or
  • Three years’ relevant or related discipline experience

Timeframe

One year (part-time).

Provider

The qualification is delivered by Local Authority Building Control through their flexible blended learning delivery method. For further information, see the LABC website.