Construction Masterclasses

Take your site teams to the next level with industry-leading construction Masterclasses. Designed to reduce defects, cut rework and deliver homes that meet the highest build standards.

Raising construction standards and quality

At NHBC, we are committed to raising construction standards and helping the industry deliver quality new homes. Our Masterclasses, developed in partnership with HBF and leading trade associations and funded by CITB, are designed to tackle some of the most common causes of defects and warranty claims. These sessions, delivered by NHBC’s highly skilled and experienced building inspectors, provide practical insights to save costs, improve productivity and drive on-site quality.

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Roofing Masterclass

Learn how to avoid the most common roofing defects with practical guidance from NHBC building inspectors. This short session covers key issues and best practices to help you get it right first time.

Roofing Masterclass

Brickwork Masterclass

Tackle frequent brickwork issues with expert-led training focused on cavity construction, insulation and good site practice. Improve workmanship and reduce rework through clear, practical advice.

Brickwork Masterclass

Dry Lining Masterclass

Understand how to deliver high-quality dry lining and avoid common site issues. This session offers straightforward guidance to improve finishes and meet NHBC Standards.

Dry Lining Masterclass

Why attend an NHBC Masterclass?

Reduce rework and reduce costs

Masterclasses focus on the most common issues found by inspectors, helping both trades and site teams avoid costly mistakes and reduce rework.

Fully funded, expert-led training

The 90-minute sessions are fully funded by CITB, so you can access practical, up-to-date guidance that's relevant and at no cost to you.

Improve quality and productivity

By addressing key problem areas, the training helps teams identify and avoid potential defects, delivering higher-quality homes.

Flexible and accessible

Held at our training hubs across the UK or for groups on your site, these sessions are easy to attend - ideal for subcontractors.

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Training

Market-leading training developed by industry experts, including NVQs, apprenticeships, courses and webinars for the construction sector.

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Frequently asked questions

Masterclasses are fully funded by the CITB if the minimum number is met, therefore they are available at no cost to you.

Yes there is a minimum number of delegates required for each Masterclass.

Roofing - minimum five roofing contractors with a maximum of 12.
Brickwork - minimum seven brickwork contractors with a maximum of 12.
Dry Lining - minimum five plasterers and/or dry lining contractors with a maximum of 12.

Masterclasses are suitable for the trades who carry out brickwork, roofing or dry lining out on site every day.

Training can be booked as an in-company course which takes place on your site in a suitable room. Alternatively, it can be booked as an open course, which takes place at our training hubs.

Masterclasses will cover common issues and defects found by our building inspectors. They cover best practice, offering practical suggestions for improving quality and standards. Attendees then become advocates of good practice on your sites.