October 15, 2026
NFB Academy
Building skills for a better industry
The National Federation of Builders Academy provides practical, industry-led training that helps contractors stay compliant, develop their people, and build stronger, more capable teams.
Our training offer blends in-house programmes with trusted partners to ensure that every size of business can access high-quality, flexible learning that meets real-world needs.
Read on to view the full course catalogue.
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From leadership and management to safety, regulation, and apprenticeships, NFB Academy is designed to close skills gaps, boost productivity, and create confident leaders at every level.
- Flexible delivery in person, at regional venues, online, or at member premises
- Tailored programmes for businesses, aligned to their specific goals and challenges
- Members can receive discounted rates and support accessing funding or CITB grants
Whilst there is plenty of training out there for the people 'on the ground' in construction, the feedback from our members was that they struggled to find courses and modules that were centred around creating better leaders and managers within their teams.
We’ve seen with our own eyes that when a business invests in it’s future leaders and their professional development, it can have a massive impact across the entire business, improving not only culture, but also efficiency and profitability.
James ButcherDeputy Chief Executive National Federation of Builders
NFB Academy sector-leading courses
NFB Leadership Diploma
The NFB Leadership Diploma is a four-part programme designed to develop confident, capable leaders within the construction industry. Built for both new and aspiring managers, the diploma covers the essential skills needed to lead people, communicate effectively, and manage teams in line with best practice and employment law.
Participants learn through a blend of classroom sessions, practical exercises, and real-world scenarios that reflect the challenges construction leaders face every day.
Building Safety Act Awareness
The Building Safety Act Awareness course provides a clear, practical understanding of the Building Safety Act 2022 and what it means for your organisation.
Through plain-English explanations and case-based discussion, delegates gain confidence in their roles and responsibilities, understand new duty holder requirements, and learn how to demonstrate competence under the new regime.
Navigating Net Zero in Construction
This interactive workshop helps delegates understand what Net Zero means in practice, why it matters to their business, and what steps they can take to begin measuring and reducing carbon emissions.
The course provides a clear and practical introduction to carbon management, with a focus on building confidence in key concepts, reporting requirements and the early actions needed to support a credible Net Zero approach.
