The South West Construction Technical Excellence College
Pioneering a new era of construction skills training across the South West
Meeting the Construction Skills Challenge
As the South West’s Construction Technical Excellence College (CTEC) we are pioneering a new era of construction skills provision. In 2025 the government identified a skills gap in our construction workforce, highlighting the need for 40,000 additional skilled construction workers to build 1.5 million homes and support critical infrastructure projects.
In response to this the South West CTEC programme was launched, and Exeter College was selected as the CTEC for the South West region. The programme provides the college with £2m in revenue over 4 years, to invest back into knowledge-sharing on construction skills training, so we can widen the provision of cutting-edge education, rooted in employability and future progression.
Collaborating to Build a Stronger Construction Workforce
The South West CTEC programme is designed to connect education and industry, creating a shared approach to developing the skills the construction sector needs now and in the future. By working together, we can increase impact, share best practice and support a pipeline of skilled local talent.
For Colleges & Training Providers
The South West CTEC programme brings providers together to collaborate, share best practice and maximise regional impact. Through focused discussions, events and a streamlined knowledge-sharing platform, providers can connect, learn and help shape the future of construction skills.
To be part of this collaborative approach
For Employers
South West CTEC works with employers to ensure training reflects real, evolving industry needs. By engaging with the programme, you can influence future skills development and build strong relationships with regional training providers — giving you access to the best local talent.
our vision & focus
Exeter College is collaborating with all providers and employers in the region as an epicentre to productive dialogue between all stakeholders. Ensuring students leave education with an attractive skill set and employers can achieve the necessary skill levels in their workforce.
our delivery plan highlights
Knowledge Exchange
Facilitating knowledge exchange events both regionally and sub-regionally
Sharing & Collaboration
Creating this digital knowledge-sharing collaboration space
Recognising Skills
SW CTEC skills competitions
Latest News & Events
Explore the latest news, insights and resources from South West CTEC. Our updates highlight regional initiatives, training developments and best-practice case studies to keep colleges, training providers and employers informed and engaged.
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Driving Skills, Shaping Futures: The Role of South West CTEC
In a rapidly evolving construction landscape, collaboration, innovation and workforce development have never been more important.
be part of the change
The more partners involved, the more impactful the programme becomes. Join us in making a pivotal change to construction skills training across the South West.
Working with Economic Stakeholders Across the South West
The South West CTEC programme will bring together local government economic actors, to oil the wheels of the construction skills ecosystem. This covers a vast array of stakeholders including local governing authorities, training provider networks, membership organisations, LSIPs and the ERBs that represent them. By offering opportunities to map out the necessary steps to better the construction skills ecosystem, the South West CTEC programme helps to ensure clear alignment with regional and sub-regional need.