STA strengthens its commitment to developing the construction sector’s workforce of the future 2nd March 2026 – The Structural Timber Association (STA) has been awarded Continuing Professional Development (CPD) accreditation for its Installer Training Scheme, recognising the programme’s quality and commitment to professional development.

The accreditation confirms the STA’s Installer Training Scheme meets the rigorous standards required by the CPD and provides professionals with an industry recognised qualification, certifying their ongoing knowledge, skills and career progression.

Andrew Orriss, CEO of the Structural Timber Association, said: “Gaining CPD accreditation for our Installer Training Scheme is an important milestone for the STA as it demonstrates the quality and relevance of our training courses. The skills and knowledge we’re offering enables us to help shape the construction workforce of the future and underlines the STA’s commitment to learning and development within the sector.”

The STA’s Installer Training Scheme provides sector specific learning support for timber frame and Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) installers to give them the required knowledge to assemble and erect structural timber buildings to the highest standards.

Structural Timber Association Skills and Training Manager, Julie Purdie, said: “It’s no secret that the construction sector is in the midst of a skills shortage. The timber industry is working hard to provide the kind of skilled workplace environment that school and university leavers want to work in. We want to be part of the solution and help people develop the skills needed to deliver high quality timber frame homes.”

CPD is a practical and methodical approach to enhance work-related skills and knowledge and is increasingly becoming recognised as the international terminology for professional further learning.

Gerard Lockey, Director of Mint Construction and STA member, said: “Skills and training are vital to the continued growth and success of the timber frame industry. It’s great to see the STA’s Installer Training Scheme receive CPD accreditation, reinforcing the importance of a qualified, competent workforce and helping to drive up standards across the sector.”

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