RII30920

Certificate III in Civil Construction

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

The RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction is a nationally recognised qualification for anyone wanting to get started in road, bridge, or tunnel construction. The course introduces you to a civil construction jobsite, teaching you the safety and environmental protocols expected of all civil construction workers. You’ll learn to read plans and jobs specs, use a range of hand and power tools, and perform accurate measurements and calculations. The qualification then allows you to specialise in any of nine areas: bituminous surfacing, bridge construction, pipe laying, road construction, road marking, tunnel construction, timber bridges, traffic management, and general operational work. Enquire now for the list of course specialisations (and their availability in your area) as well as open course dates.

Study mode On Campus / Traineeship / Blended
Duration 12 weeks - 36 months
Estimated fee* $1,147 - $17,030 Support may be available
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for the Certificate III in Civil Construction vary depending on the institution but generally include completion of Year 12 with a minimum ATAR, VET pathway courses or prior experience.

If you don't meet the standard entry criteria, enquire with a course provider to discuss alternative entry pathways.

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers

Course fees

Course fees vary depending on the course provider.

Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.

Estimated Fee* $1,147 - $17,030 per year Fees are based on full-time study.
QLD, NSW
  • QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
  • NSW Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the NSW Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.
*Showing course fees for all providers. Some providers may not be available in your area.

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Civil Construction will prepare you for the following roles.

Find a course provider

Compare all providers for the Certificate III in Civil Construction available in your area to find the right fit for you.

South West TAFE
On Campus
4 Months (Full-time)
Victoria University
On Campus
6 Months (Full-time)
Skillinvest
Traineeship
3 Years (Full-time)
Australian Training Management
Traineeship
36 Months (Full-time)
Construction Skills Training Centre
On Campus
18 Months (Full-time)
Construction Training International
On Campus
6 Months (Full-time)
Carey Training
On Campus
18 Months (Full-time)
SWQ Training
Traineeship
12 Months (Full-time)
Associated Intelligence Analysts
Traineeship
24 Months (Full-time)
All Onsite Training and Assessment
On Campus
1 Years (Full-time)

There are a total of 22 providers for this course. Find a provider in your area .