CITB Test Centre – Oldham

Test Center Address:

Conveniently located in Oldham, the Whitney Court test center also serves candidates traveling from Chadderton, Royton, Shaw, Failsworth, Ashton-under-Lyne, Lees, and surrounding North West areas.

Test Centre Information

Whitney Court is located in the Southlink Business Centre on Hamilton Street, near the former Oldham Mumps railway station. Turn off Glodwick Road into Hamilton Street, go past the Royal Mail depot, bear right, and find the office entrance at the rear.

Disabled access is available via the main entrance door, with a flat and level path straight from the roadway.

Crucial Rules & Test Day Logistics (Oldham)

Arrival & Security Protocol

• Strict 15-Minute Rule: You must arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to complete check-in procedures. Late arrivals will be turned away without a refund.

• No Visitor Access: The Oldham test center strictly prohibits non-candidates (family, colleagues, or children) from entering or waiting inside the facility.

• Locker Facilities: Small secure lockers are provided on-site for personal items. All personal belongings—including mobile phones, watches, bags, and revisions materials—must be stored away prior to entering the computer test room.

• Accepted Photo Identification: You cannot take your test without bringing a valid, original physical photo ID. Acceptable forms of ID include a valid UK Passport or Photocard Driving Licence. Digital copies, photos on phones, or expired IDs are strictly rejected.

Public Transport, Parking & Nearby Amenities

Public Transit Realities

The center is easily accessible via local bus routes stopping along Glodwick Road and Greengate Street, just a short walk away. The area is also accessible from surrounding transport nodes across Greater Manchester.

Parking & Congestion Charge Notice

• Parking Options: Free car parking is available in designated bays near the test centre or on nearby streets. Planning extra time to secure a space is recommended.

Nearby Amenities (Pre-Test Revision & Waiting Spots)

Since visitors cannot wait inside the center before their appointment, candidates arriving early can find local shops, cafes, and seating options along surrounding roads prior to check-in.

Available CSCS Tests at the Oldham Center

You can take any of the following CITB Health, Safety & Environment test variants at this location:

Operatives Test

For general site workers applying for the Green CSCS Labourer Card, Blue or Gold CSCS Card.

Specialist Test

Covering trade-specific roles such as Demolition, Plumbing, HVAC, Working at Heights, Supervisor and Plant Operations.

Managers and Professionals (MAP) Test:

Designed for site managers and engineers applying for Black Manager CSCS Cards or AQP/ PQP Card.

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