2024
Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) and University College of Estate Management (UCEM) confirmed credit exemption arrangements for the graduates of the four Advanced Diploma programmes
2023
Eight Full-time (Short) Programmes were accredited at QF Level 2
The Education Bureau commended HKIC as a 2022 "QF in Action" (QFIA) Achiever, recognising its active participation and support for the HKQF
Two-day Foundation Certificate in Construction Safety was launched by HKIC in Academic Year 2022/23.
School of Professional Development in Construction (SPDC) offered six signature programmes of CIC Master Class
2022
HKIC Advanced Diploma Programmes were recognised as Level 4 under the Qualification Framework, and the “Construction Pathway Project” (CPP) was fully launched
First batch of graduates of the Diploma in Construction (Bar Bending & Fixing)
Launched the part-time “Professional Diploma in Construction for Special Trades” Programme, provide articulation pathway for Diploma in Construction graduates
Graduate of Diploma in Construction (Metal Works & Welding) LAM Man-chun was awarded the Medallion for Excellence in Welding at the "Worldskills Competition 2022"
2021
Development Project of HKIC Kowloon Bay, Kwai Chung and Sheung Shui Campuses were completed and the Ceremony for Completion was held
All Certificate in Construction and Diploma in Construction programmes were recognised under the Hong Kong Qualifications Framework as Level 2 and Level 3 respectively
Launched the brand new “Construction Pathway Project” API
Signed Memorandum of Intent with HKMU to foster academic collaboration
2020
Launched the School of Professional Development in Construction (SPDC)
45th Anniversary of Construction Training in Hong Kong
Published the first-ever historical publication on construction training in Hong Kong
Launched the HKIC anthem to promote the vision & mission of HKIC, and to enhance the pride of students for being part of the construction industry
2019
Safety Experience Training Center was established at Kwai Chung Campus. The certre consists of eight simulation training areas to simulate real accident scenarios on construction sites
Launched Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) related course
Launched the CIC Approved Technical Talents Training Programme to provide systematic apprentice training
2018
Establishment of HKIC
Establishment of STEM Alliance
Participated in Education Careers Expo 2018
Organized Whole Person Development Lecture
Programmes started to be recognised by Qualifications Framework
2017
Cooperate with the Hong Kong Construction Association, Young Members Society and Hong Kong Repertory Theatre to promote HKIC programmes by drama
Organised diversified activities to strengthen the connection with secondary schools, e.g. Sharing sessions with principals, taster programmes etc.
Organized Whole Person Development Lecture to share the experience of how to face and overcome difficulties and achieve life goals
Launched new TVC & Print advertisements as well as an eye-catching course promotional van
2016
Embodied the concept of “Holistic Education” in our training, trainees were encouraged to take part in the new Construction Industry Sports and Volunteering Programme
Introduced the new trainees referral scheme
Established Building Information Modelling (BIM) Innovation and Development Centre at Kowloon Bay Training Centre
Launched in-house Skills Enhancement Courses under the “Advanced Construction Manpower Training Scheme – Pilot Scheme”
Appointed an Accredited CPD Programme Provider by the Water Supplies Department
2015
A graduate was awarded Medallion for Excellence in the “43rd WorldSkills Competition” in São Paulo, Brazil
Launched the Advanced Construction Manpower Training Scheme (ACMTS)
Opened a new training ground in Kai Fook Road, Kowloon Bay
Introduced skills enhancement courses for ethnic minority construction workers
2014
Produced two new TV drama series, “Dreams Come True” in collaboration with the Development Bureau and RTHK
Held the World Skills Hong Kong Competition cum Fun Day at the Kai Tak Cruise Terminal and attracted over 23,000 visitors
Launched a “Build Your Life Mentorship Programme”
Achieved the goal of the Enhanced Construction Manpower Training Scheme in November, one month ahead of schedule
The number of graduates of all courses was 80,581, including a record high of 5,100 full-time graduates
2013
Launched the On-the-job Training Subsidy Scheme
Set up a number of outdoor training grounds and took on the simulation techniques for mechanical operation
Provided a training allowance to the first year E&M students of the Diploma in Vocational Education Programme (DVE) of the Vocational Training Council (VTC)
Increased the skills training places for rehabilitated offenders
2012
Held Construction Industry Resource Centre cum Construction JobsNet Opening Ceremony in February
A series of RTHK documentary episodes named “A Dream Comes True” were aired in primetime television slots
Acquisition of five parcels of land from the Government as training grounds at Tai Po, Siu Lun Street, Tung Chau Street, Wong Lung Hang and Yuen Kong
Offered a vocational Cantonese course for ethnic minority groups
The number of graduates of all courses was 70,813. The number of graduates for Bar-bending Course and Formwork Course increased vividly from a few dozens per year to 500 some this year
2011
Launched the “Contractor Cooperative Training Scheme”
"The Build Up Training Programme" jointly Launched by Development Bureau
Developed 13 new training courses including heritage conservation and site safety courses for site supervisory personnel
A CIC trainee won the Medallion of Excellence in the Wall and Floor Tiling Trade in the “41st WorldSkills Competition 2011” in London, UK
2010
Ground Breaking Ceremony of Tin Shui Wai Training Centre was officiated by Mrs Carrie Lam, the then Secretary for Development
Launched the Enhanced Construction Manpower Training Scheme
Mrs Carrie Lam, the then Secretary for Development visited Tin Shui Wai Training Ground
2009
Initiated a project of “bringing our training into the needed community” at the locations where the unemployment rate and cost of travelling to urban areas were higher
New Tin Shui Wai Training Centre was established in 90 days
New Apprenticeship Subsidy Scheme was put on trial to enhance the retention rate of our graduates in the industry
10 new short courses and part-time courses were introduced
Offered the first Building Information Modeling Basic Course
Newly offered a wide scope of. Authorized Signatory 【Registered Contractor】Top-Up Courses
2008
CITA was incorporated into CIC in 2008 and continue its training and trade test functions under the name of "Construction Industry Council Training Academy" (CICTA)
Launched Construction Industry Youth Training Scheme
The Construction Industry Expo and Hong Kong Youth Skill Competition was held in Tin Shui Wai
Introduced a number of new silver-card safety courses for specific trades and specified courses
The number of graduates of all courses was 56,617
2007
CITA Dinner Reception before Amalgamation
The Construction Industry Council (CIC) was then established in 2007.
2005
CITA was appointed by the Construction Workers Registration Authority as the Registrar under the Construction Workers Registration Ordinance
2004
The number of graduates of all courses was 69,788
Extend the training period of some Construction Supervisor/Technician Programme to two years; site practice was added
2003
Collaborated with Walt Disney Imagineering HK to bring in their specialists to train up our instructors in character façade rendering and rockwork
Newly introduced the Housing Department- supported “Maintenance Is Service Training Course - Module for Contractor's Staff”
Site practices were added to 2-year Basic Craft Courses
Extended the training period of some Basic Crafts courses to two years, trainees of these courses were required to learn two related skills
2002
The Graduation Ceremony of the CITA is presided over by the Member of the Legislative Council - Leung Chun Ying
Launched multi-skills training scheme
The number of graduates of all courses was 176,664
Combined a number of related short courses
2001
The Sheung Yuet Road Training Ground and Wai Lok Street Training Ground were granted by the Government as replacement sites for the Flat Hill Training Ground
To strengthen the content of full time training courses by adding elements in related trades and add in training in civil engineering
Membership of CITA 2001
2000
Supervisory staff training courses were newly offered to the sub-contractors of the bar-bending, plumbing, bamboo and plastering
The number of graduates of all courses was 196,279
1999
Membership of CITA 1999
Over 160,000 workers were trained and issued the "Green Card"
A number of course advisory committees were formed
1998
Wai Yip Street Training Ground and Shatin Training Ground were granted by the Government. The latter was a replacement site for the Ngau Chi wan Training Ground
Annual training capacity of the full-time courses were increased to 6,263
A total of 42,570 construction workers attended the enhanced Green Card Courses
An Employers Subsidy Scheme was put on trial
1997
Participated the WorldSkills Competition for the first time and our outstanding graduates were nominated to take part in the contests of “Painting and Decorating” & "Plumbing and Heating". The photo was taken from the flag-presentation ceremony.
1996
Mandatory Basic Safety Training Course (Construction Industry Safety Card Course) was founded
Opening Ceremony of Management Training and Trade Testing Centre
Held the First International Conference on Construction Training
All practical training from September onwards has been conducted under ISO9000 working environment
The number of graduates of all courses was 11,937
1995
The Sheung Shui Training Centre commenced operation
The Management Training and Trade Testing Centre was converted from the previous Aberdeen Training Centre
1994
Courses related with Crane Operation Certification Test was added
The number of graduates of all courses was 8,857
Membership of CITA 1994
1992
The temporary training ground at Ngau Chi Wan was leased to increase the output of construction plant operatives
The operation of town office in Sheung Wan commenced to provide lecture rooms for part-time courses in management and safety
CITA Graduation Ceremony of the Construction Management & Supervisor Training Programmes
1991
Implementation of trade test services and formulate technical standards for the industry
Joined Solar Summer Fun Program with RTHK
1990
The Aberdeen Training Centre was completed adding basic crafts courses, Technician Apprentice Courses and short courses
Launched new CITA logo
The number of graduates of all courses was 1,825
1987
C.I.T.A Newsletter 1987
1986
C.I.T.A Newsletter 1986
1983
The temporary training ground at Flat Hill Quarry, Kowloon Bay was leased for the provision of plant operation and other courses
1982
The Kwai Chung Training Centre was completed adding basic crafts courses, technician apprentice courses and short courses
The opening ceremony of Kwai Chung Training Centre was officiated by the then Governor of Hong Kong, Sir Edward Youde
Membership of CITA 1982
The number of graduates of all courses was 810
1980
Mr. Chris Patten, paid a visit at the Campus
Officiated at the foundation stone laying ceremony, the then Chief Secretary of Hong Kong - Sir Charles Philip Haddon-Cave
The Technician Apprentice Course was founded in 1980
1979
Membership of CITA 1979
Short Courses such as bar-bending & fixing, levelling & setting-out and construction plant operating were launched to address industry needs
1978
The 1st Graduation Ceremony of Construction Industry Training Authority (CITA) was held
New Territories' District Commissioners visiting
Membership of CITA 1978
The number of graduates of all courses was 522
1977
Opening Ceremony of Construction Industry Training Centre
Kowloon Bay Training Centre was launched to provide basic craft courses
1976
Emblem of Construction Industry Training Authority (CITA)
1975
Construction Industry Training Authority (CITA) was established in accordance with the enactment of the Industrial Training (Construction Industry) Ordinance
