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Become a registered BAS Agent with the FNS40222 Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping. This nationally recognised qualification meets the requirements of the Tax Practitioner’s Board (TPB) and will teach you how to prepare and lodge business activity statements (BAS) and take care of bookkeeping functions for Australian business clients. The course covers: designing and using spreadsheets, setting up computerised accounting systems, processing financial transactions, preparing reports and financial statements, assisting clients with BAS lodgement and tax instalments. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, TPB registration competencies, and upcoming enrolment opportunities near you. PLEASE NOTE: If you are seeking registration with the Tax Practitioner’s Board (TPB), always contact your training provider before enrolling to ensure you select the correct study units..

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..

The BSB41419 - Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety is a Nationally Recognised Training (NRT) qualification. Please make an enquiry to find out more about the course such as government funding options, study modes and duration..

Become a licensed carpenter with the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry. This nationally recognised training course is a trade qualification and part of a carpentry apprenticeship. During your studies you will learn the essentials of working on a construction worksite including critical safety, communication, and behavioural standards. You’ll then gain the technical skills you need to work in either commercial carpentry, residential carpentry, or formwork. Skills include: using carpentry tools and equipment, handling carpentry materials, setting out, installing floors, constructing wall frames, erecting roof trusses and pitched roofs, installing windows and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, carpentry career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

A Diploma of Building and Construction can help you further your career in the building industry. You’ll develop your skills in construction management, including estimating costs, supervising projects and preparing contracts. Whether you work as a builder, a foreman or a building inspector, this course will give you the skills you need to take your work to a new level. The Diploma of Building and Construction covers a range of topics from structural principles to occupational health and safety. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover topics including monitoring costing systems, preparing tender documentation and selecting building contractors. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..

Level-up your WHS risk management skills with the BSB51319 Diploma of Work Health and Safety. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to use risk management tools, investigation safety incidents, and manage the WHS consultation process. Choose electives that support job roles in contractor management or rehabilitation and return-to-work programs. Enquire now for more information about the course specialisations and upcoming enrolment dates..

Become a qualified site manager with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Site Management). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to manage an active construction site. The course covers: site safety and compliance, work team leadership, supervising concreting work, waste minimisation, procuring resources, estimating costs, project quality management, applying building codes, and much more. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements, construction career outcomes, and the latest enrolment opportunities near you..

If you love gardening and the outdoors the AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction qualifies you for work as a landscaper. This nationally recognised certificate is geared toward constructions skills but you’ll also learn how to recognise plants and create plant, tree, and turf gardens. The course covers: drainage systems, paving, brick and block structures, stone features, concreting, retaining walls, roof gardens, irrigation systems, water features, outdoor tiling, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, landscape construction competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..

If you need business skills to launch your startup or open a new business try the BSB40320 Certificate IV in Entrepreneurship and New Business. This nationally recognised qualification will help you develop a business plan and establish the level of risk management, compliance and financing required to get your business off the ground. The course covers: financial planning, marketing new business ventures, recruitment and onboarding, product promotion, customer service strategies. Enquire now for the list of graduation competencies, entry requirements, and enrolment centres near you..

Get started in the administration department with the BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Administration). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you communication, teamwork and critical thinking skills, and you’ll graduate able to process the payroll and financial transactions, organise schedules, purchase goods and services, and maintain business resources. Enquire now for the list of entry requirements, enrolment dates, and your eligibility for subsidised training..

The CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways prepares you for work in the construction industry and gives you head start if you want to find a trade apprenticeship. You’ll learn how to read and interpret plans, take accurate measurements, and work safely on a building site — then choose electives that support a career in bricklaying, carpentry, joinery, plastering, tiling, or stonemasonry. Enquire now for the list of speciality areas and enrolment opportunities near you..

Get started in civil construction with the RII30820 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations. This nationally recognised training course accompanies an apprenticeship and teaches you how to work safely on a civil construction site. The course covers levelling, trenches, concreting, earthworks — and you’ll also have the opportunity to learn how to operate a range of heavy vehicles (depending on your chosen electives) including backhoes, graders, dozers, and excavators. Enquire now for more information about how to enrol and where to study..

A Provide First Aid course can give you the skills and knowledge to assist a casualty in an emergency situation. Whether this training is required as part of your job role or you just want to be more prepared to help in an emergency, this course will prepare you for a range of incidents and situations. It is also the required training for designated first aiders in a workplace. This course includes the Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation unit. The Provide First Aid Course covers a range of subjects you may encounter as a first aider. You’ll learn basic first aid procedures for asthma, epilepsy, bleeding, burns and fractures and develop the skills to manage bites and poisons. The course covers CPR techniques for adults and infants and you’ll also learn how to use an automated external defibrillator. Enquire now for entry requirements and course dates..

Get the skills you need to take care of customer service with the BSB30120 Certificate III in Business (Customer Engagement). This nationally recognised qualification delivers communication, critical thinking and teamwork skills as well as customer specific competencies in marketing, social media, sales, and complaint resolution. Graduate ready for work on the help desk or better able to support your own work team. Enquire now for the full list of study units, graduation competencies, and enrolment opportunities..

A Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling will prepare you for a career as a tiler in the construction industry. You’ll learn to lay tiles on internal and external walls and floors for new projects or renovation work. This course explores all types of tiles including ceramic, clay, slate, marble and glass and you’ll develop techniques for cutting and shaping tiles to fit as required. The Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling covers a range of topics to give you the skills and knowledge you need in this industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including fixing floor and wall tiles, carrying out mosaic tiling and tiling curved surfaces. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..

A CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing will provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to become a qualified waterproofer. You’ll learn how to perform various waterproofing tasks to prevent damage from water or damp on construction sites. This course will prepare you to work on both interior and exterior areas in the residential and commercial construction industry. The CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing looks at a range of topics relevant to this industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including handling waterproofing materials, applying sealant, using waterproofing tools and equipment and preparing surfaces for waterproofing application. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..

Begin and exciting career in apiculture or start your own bee colony at home with the AHC31818 Certificate III in Beekeeping. This 2 year course will teach you how to establish an apiary site, assemble and maintain a beehive, extract honey, safely use smokers and beekeeping equipment, re-queen a bee colony, manage honey bee swarms, and safely transport bee hives to a new site. The course also covers essential aspects of workplace safety and quality assurance. Enquire now for the list of study units and available training dates near you..

The AHC20422 Certificate II in Horticulture is the qualification you need to get started in a nursery, work as a garden labourer or horticultural assistant. Over 6 months (at an advanced training facility) you will definitely get your hands dirty — as you learn to recognise plants, treat weeds, test plants and soil for diseases, and grow trees and shrubs. Enquire now for a course schedule, intakes dates, and enrolment options..

Get a real start in the construction industry with the CPC10120 Certificate I in Construction. It’s a hands-on qualification — completed over 11 weeks at a state-of-the-art training facility — that prepares you for a trade apprenticeship. You’ll graduate job-ready and knowing how to undertake a basic construction project, work safely, handle construction materials, use essential tools and equipment PLUS the skills to interpret plans and specifications. Enquire now for a full list of training centres, intake dates, and your eligibility for a government subsidy or concession..

Get started in civil construction (eg, roads, bridges, dams) with the RII20720 Certificate II in Civil Construction. This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for work on a typical construction site and covers the essential aspects of on-site safety, reading and interpreting plans, using hand and power tools, carrying out measurements and calculations. Enquire now for the course outline, list of electives, and the next enrolment intake..

Get the skills you need to become an accounts or payroll officer with the FNS30322 Certificate III in Accounts Administration. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to design spreadsheets, use computerised accounting and payroll applications, process financial transactions, produce interim reports, balance accounts and ledgers, communicate with co-workers and supervisors. The course also covers: payroll, records management, reconciliations and more. Enquire now for entry requirements, the full list of study units, and upcoming enrolment opportunities in your area..

Please note - this is not a building related course. The BSB50820 Diploma of Project Management is for dedicated project managers and team leaders who have been assigned to a major project. You will learn how to scope and cost out a project, then manage the budget, quality, resources and work teams. Choose electives that support your job role including: communication, compliance and governance, critical thinking, team leadership, procurement, ICT and information systems. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, study outcomes, and enrolment opportunities..

An RII60620 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction is a high-end qualification and recommended for students already working in the civil construction industry wanting to make the transition from a practical hands-on worker to a management-level policy maker. During the qualification students will undertake significant research in legislation and safety standards and will create a suite of real-world policies and risk management procedures. The RII60620 Advanced Diploma of Civil Construction is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package..

A RII50420 Diploma of Civil Construction Management is a management level qualification and students who complete this study stream actually graduate with two diplomas: Diploma of Civil Construction Management; PLUS Diploma of Project Management; OR Diploma of Frontline Management. The qualification focuses on the skills managers need to address environmental, safety, and quality issues as well as the practical skills to make cost estimates and produce a rates schedule. The RII50420 Diploma of Civil Construction Management is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Resources and Infrastructure Industry Training Package..

Join a civil construction work team with the RII40720 Certificate IV in Civil Construction Operations. This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for supervisor roles on civil construction sites for roads and subdivisions. During your studies you will learn how to supervise civil works teams, apply site risk management and safety procedures, complete paperwork and compliance documents, procure materials and supplies, monitor departmental budgets, supervise training and induction of new workers, administer contracts, liaise with senior managers, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, civil works competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..

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..

Become a production operator at open-cut mines and quarries with the RII30120 Certificate III in Surface Extraction Operations. This nationally recognised qualification begins with the essential communication skills, environmental and safety protocols required at mining industry jobsites — personal safety, following WHS procedures, applying risk management processes while digging or drilling, identifying environmental and heritage issues. You’ll then gain the technical skills you need to begin working as a production operator: assessing ground conditions, building and maintaining routes for autonomous operations, surface blast hole drilling, dredging, surface miner operations, controlling automated plant/machinery, and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, job appointment possibilities, and upcoming course dates..

The RII20120 Certificate II in Resources and Infrastructure Work Preparation qualifies you for entry-level labouring jobs at mining and civil construction sites. This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to site safety, communication, and risk control, then teaches you a range of hands-on operational skills so you can support work teams and production operators. The course covers: traffic control, complying with site rules and procedures, performing measurements and calculations, operating equipment and vehicles, using hand and powertools, reading maps, welding and cutting, operational maintenance. Enquire now for the list of career outcomes, study units, and enrolment centres near you..

Level-up your career in the building and construction industry with an CPC60220 Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management). This nationally recognised qualification gives you the skills you need to direct high-rise and complex building projects, as well as apply specialised knowledge of building codes and standards, contract administration, tender developments, and legal compliance. Graduates of this course have the skills and training they need to apply for their Builder Project Management Services licence. Enquire now and ask for the course brochure and government funding options..

The CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining is the training component of a trade apprenticeship in gyprock and drywall hanging. Training under the supervision of a licensed tradesperson you will learn to fix and finish plasterboard using standard tools and machinery. You’ll graduate with a construction industry White Card, Working at Heights permit, and ready to apply for your trade licence. Enquire now for the full list of study units and upcoming enrolment opportunities..

The CPC30320 Certificate III in Concreting qualifies you for work as a professional concreter on either commercial or domestic properties. This nationally recognised training course delivers the foundational knowledge required for any career in trades (measurements, calculations, levelling, using tools, onsite safety) as well as specific concreting skills (placing, finishing, curing, and reinforcing concrete). Enquire now for the full list of study units, elective choices, and enrolment opportunities..

A Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course will give you the practical skills to help a casualty experiencing cardiac arrest. You might need this training for your employment, particularly if you are a designated first aider at your workplace. The course is also suitable for anyone wanting to have the skills to assist in an emergency situation. The Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) course prepares you for a range of emergency situations. You’ll learn to provide basic resuscitation, including the use of compressions and rescue breaths. The course explores CPR techniques for adults, children and infants and you’ll also develop the skills to use an automated external defibrillator (AED). Enquire now for entry requirements and course dates..

The nationally recognised course HLTAID002 Provide Basic Emergency Life Support is for workplace first aiders and medics. It articulates into a number of qualifications for paramedics, nurses and emergency first responders and is completed during a one-day intensive. You will learn how to respond to an emergency situation, manage casualties at an incident scene, perform CPR, and administer life-saving O2. The course also requires you to complete theory and assessments online. Enquire now for the course delivery structure, intake dates, and enrolment requirements..

Get a job with a road construction team with the RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Bituminous Surfacing). This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to work with asphalt surfacing, spray sealing, and bituminous surfacing. The course covers: team communication, following health and safety procedures, risk management, accurate measuring and calculating, using hand and power tools, operating plant and equipment, spreading asphalt and bitumen, repairing potholes. Enquire now for the list of study units, road construction career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Become a Pipelayer with the RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Pipe Laying). This nationally recognised qualification prepares you for work on a civil construction site and allows you to specialise in either water mains, stormwater systems, or sewer pipelines. The course covers: on-the-job safety and communication, using explosive power tools, installing trench support, laying pipes, spreading and compacting materials, levelling, draining and dewatering the construction site, traffic control, and much more. There is also scope to obtain a number of WHS permits and licences including rigging, dogging, scaffolding, working at heights, and elevating work platform. Enquire now for the list of study units, civil construction career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..

Join a road construction crew with the RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Road Construction and Maintenance). This nationally recognised qualification begins with the environmental and safety protocols for civil construction workers, then delivers job-specific technical skills. Competencies include: digging, levelling, spreading and compacting materials, repairing potholes, traffic control, draining and dewatering the worksite, safely disposing non-toxic materials, locating and protecting underground pipes and wiring systems. Enquire now for the full list of study units, road crew competencies, and enrolment centres in your area..

Become a Traffic Controller with the RII30920 Certificate III in Civil Construction (Traffic Management). This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the safety and communication protocols of a civil construction worksite, then teaches you how to control traffic according to the traffic management plan. Competencies include: preparing traffic management plans, risk management, working as a spotter, reading and interpreting maps, positioning portable traffic signals, safe lifting and carrying, operating vehicles, escorting mobile works, operating truck mounted attenuators, and much more. Enquire now for available course dates and the full list of civil construction career competencies..

Do you need an excavator training course? How about the RIIMPO320F Conduct Civil Construction Excavator Operations. This nationally recognised short course will teach you how to safely use an a excavator (with attachments) and supports the excavator licence requirements in some states. The course covers: carrying out pre-operational checks, carrying and placing materials with the excavator, loading, bulk excavation, fitting and removing attachments, relocating the machine, carrying out operator maintenance, cleaning up. Enquire now for prices, excavator licensing accreditations, and upcoming enrolment dates in your area..

The BSBESB402 Establish Legal and Risk Management Requirements of New Business Ventures unit is essential for obtaining a Trade Contractor or Nominee Supervisor Licence and is mandatory for the QLD Qualified Business Person (QBP) credential for Electrical Contractors. It covers skills and knowledge in identifying and adhering to legal and risk management obligations for business operations or new ventures. This includes negotiating, creating, and planning legal contracts within the business context, whether as self-employment or within a larger organisation. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIMPO321F Conduct Civil Construction Wheeled Front End Loader Operations unit teaches skills for operating wheeled front end loaders in civil construction. It applies to individuals in site-based roles, emphasising the use of integrated tool carrier units for demonstrating attachment fitting and removal during assessments. Enquire now for a full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIMPO319E Conduct Backhoe/Loader Operations unit equips learners with the skills and knowledge necessary to safely operate a backhoe/loader for tasks such as loading, distributing, and placing materials. This unit is essential for individuals in site-based roles within construction, civil engineering, and related industries. Possessing this qualification demonstrates competence in efficiently handling excavation and loading tasks while adhering to stringent safety protocols. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIMPO324F Conduct Civil Construction Grader Operations course provides comprehensive training for operating a grader on civil construction worksites. Participants will learn essential skills and knowledge required for conducting grader operations, making it suitable for individuals in site-based roles within the civil construction industry. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIMPO325E Conduct Civil Construction Scraper Operations course provides comprehensive training for operating a scraper on civil construction worksites. Participants will gain the skills and knowledge required to load, transport, and discharge materials using a scraper, as well as couple and relocate the equipment. This unit is essential for individuals in site-based roles within the civil construction industry Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIMPO318F Conduct Civil Construction Skid Steer Loader Operations provides comprehensive training in the safe and effective operation of skid steer loaders on civil construction sites. Participants will learn to plan and prepare for operations, load, carry, and distribute materials, and use attachments as required. This unit is essential for individuals in site-based roles within the civil construction industry, offering practical skills in skid steer loader operations and housekeeping activities. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIMPO322E Conduct Civil Construction Tracked Front End Loader Operations provides comprehensive training for operating a tracked front end loader on civil construction worksites. Participants will gain the skills and knowledge required to safely and efficiently shift loads using a tracked front end loader. This unit is essential for individuals in site-based roles within the civil construction industry. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIMPO338E Conduct Rigid Haul Truck Operations provides comprehensive training in operating rigid haul trucks within Civil Construction, Coal, Metalliferous Mining, and Extractive industries. Participants will learn essential skills for loading, hauling, and dumping materials safely and efficiently using rigid haul trucks. This unit is designed for individuals in operational roles seeking proficiency in rigid haul truck operations. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIMPO317F Conduct Roller Operations provides hands-on training in roller operations applicable to various practical industries. Participants will learn to plan, prepare, and operate rollers to compact materials according to workplace requirements. The course also covers roller relocation preparations and housekeeping activities. This unit is essential for individuals in site-based roles seeking proficiency in roller operation. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The RIIMPO326E Conduct Water Vehicle Operations unit encompasses the skills and knowledge required to operate a water cart effectively. This training covers planning and preparation, pre-operational checks, operational procedures including lifting and placing materials, attachment handling, machine relocation, operator maintenance, and site cleanup. Enquire now for the full list of entry requirements and available enrolment dates..

The AHC20621 Certificate II in Parks and Gardens equips students with skills in plant identification, soil analysis, pruning, irrigation, and weed treatment. This entry-level course offers pathway options in the parks and gardens industry, focusing on maintaining environmentally sustainable work practices. It describes the skills and knowledge for supporting roles such as garden labourer, where individuals perform routine tasks under supervision in predictable and structured environments with limited judgement requirements. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The RII31220 Certificate III in Civil Foundations reflects the role of a skilled operator in the civil construction industry, applying a broad range of skills in varied work contexts. Using discretion, judgement, and theoretical knowledge, the individual may offer theoretical advice and support a team. This qualification involves on-the-job training, requiring employment in the civil construction industry. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..

The AHC10120 Certificate I in Conservation and Ecosystem Management is a great starting point for community involvement in land conservation or further studies in sustainable land management. Your studies begin with an introduction to ecological restoration work with specific training on outdoor workplace safety protocols, chemical safety, and wearing personal equipment (PPE). You’ll then learn how to use a range of outdoor machines and equipment, and get involved in native seed collection. Enquire now for the list of study units, land conservation competencies, and upcoming enrolment dates..

The AHC31021 Certificate III in Parks and Gardens qualifies you for labouring jobs at landscaping firms, sports grounds, golf courses, public parks and gardens. It’s a nationally recognised qualification that will teach you how to work safely outdoors and use a wide range of tools, chemicals, and landscaping equipment. The course covers: irrigation systems, pruning and weed control, garden pest control, soil improvement, garden and turf maintenance, safe chemical use and storage, drainage systems and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units and training providers near you that offer this course..