CPC40120

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)

Become a licensed builder with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building). This nationally recognised qualification is the minimum training requirement for builders working on domestic premises in Australia. The course covers: understanding building codes and standards, managing WHS on a construction site, reading and interpreting plans and specifications, applying site surveys, managing site communication and admin, procuring construction materials, managing construction quality, and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, licensing outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates.

PLEASE NOTE: requirements for builder’s licences vary by state and territory. Always check the requirements before enrolling in any training course.

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Delivery mode:
Distance / On Campus / Online / Traineeship

Average duration:
12 months

Accreditation:
Nationally recognised training

Suitable For

This course is ideal for people who have the following knowledge, skills or abilities:

Building and Construction

Materials, methods, and the tools used to construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures.

Coordination

Changing what is done based on other people's actions.

Problem Sensitivity

Notice when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong, even if you cannot solve the problem.

Production and Processing

Raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ways of making and distributing goods.

Outcomes

This course can help you get a job as:

Job Title

Average Salary

Building Estimator

$1,440 weekly pay

Building Supervisor

$1,540 weekly pay

Construction Estimator

$1,440 weekly pay

Construction Project Manager

$1,550 weekly pay

Construction Supervisor

$1,150 weekly pay

Site Foreman

$1,150 weekly pay

This course can help you progress to:

Job Title

Average Salary

$1,500 weekly pay

$1,500 weekly pay

$1,550 weekly pay

$1,540 weekly pay

Civil Construction Supervisor

$2,200 weekly pay

Please note that weekly pay figures are estimates only of what you could possibly earn.

Government Funding

The Australian government provides funding to help students who are completing the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) CPC40120. The type of funding you receive depends on the state that you live in. There are eligibility requirements for each type of funding.

Enquire with a course provider to check your eligibility.

Nationally Recognised Training

This is a nationally recognised course delivered by Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RTOs are strictly regulated by the Australian Skills Quality Authority (ASQA). This guarantees you will be studying a quality-assured and nationally recognised qualification.

Recognition of Prior Learning

RTOs are also able to offer Recognition of Prior Learning for work experience or formal qualifications you may have undertaken to shorten the time you have to study. Ask a course provider for more details during the enrolment process.

Payment Options

Course providers may offer flexible payment options for those who do not wish (or are unable) to pay their tuition fees outright. There is usually a discount for those who pay their tuition fees upfront.

Enquire with a course provider to find out more.