Certificate IV in Building and Construction

(building) CPC40110

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Course details

The CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) qualification is the perfect step forward for anyone looking to grow their career or business within the residential and commercial building and construction sector. It is the perfect start if you want to apply for an Industry Builders Licence* or Low-Rise Builders Licence*.

Low-rise construction is one of the leading growth sectors in Australia and has been for many years. Completion of this nationally accredited qualification will provide you with the knowledge and validation to move towards becoming a registered builder in most Australian states. With this qualification, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to potentially start your own business, run multiple building sites under your licence* and take advantage of this qualification, or scale your current business through the ability to quote and take on your own low-rise residential projects.

Outcomes:

Plan building construction work, apply structural principles and supervise on-site construction works;
Apply building codes and standards, manage legal requirements, maintain industry quality and understand building regulations.
Gain valuable business skills such as how to manage contracts and small business finances.
Pivotal skills to support the growth and development of any business.

There are 16 units in total comprising 13 core units and 3 electives units. Depending on your years of experience and skills gained over the years from your workplace, industry or previous studies, you may be eligible to receive credit through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program. This means you may potentially fast track your way to a formal qualification, save time and months worth of investment.

The CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) is one of our popular courses and provides candidates with the technical and managerial skills to become a Foreman and/or Site Manager for low-rise buildings and construction projects.

This qualification is relevant to today’s current industry standards and reflects the skills and competencies needed to grow a successful career or business. Students who are interested to advance their career and work in a range of medium-rise commercial work has the choice to bundle this course with the Diploma of building and construction (building) CPC50210 for the price of just one. Click on the button below to find out more about our bundled packages.

*Please refer to your state building authority for further details regarding builders licence application.

Study options

Recognition of
prior learning

You might be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning for your previous work or study, saving you time and money on your course. Ask our team about eligibility.

Self-paced
online study

Online learning provides options for participants to learn in a self paced environment. Perfect for those with busy schedules. Our philosophy is, Learn, Develop, Improve. Anytime. Anywhere!

Tailored
solutions

Need customised study options? We have tailored options to meet you or your staff needs. Ask our experienced consultants how we can tailor a program to meet your busy schedule, lifestyle, and budget.

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RPL requirements

If you are looking to formalise your existing skills and knowledge through a national skills recognition program, you must have a minimum of three (3) years of industry experience.

It is a mandatory requirement that participants registering for full training in the Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) CPC40110 must be actively working in the building and construction industry throughout the duration of this program.

This does not apply to participants registering for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

As a guide, typical entrants into this program are:

Certificate III trade qualified carpenters
Certificate III trade qualified concreters
Certificate III trade qualified formworkers
Certificate III trade qualified brick and block specialists
Construction workers who have been working on residential low-rise construction projects for a minimum of 3 years
Construction workers including carpenters looking to start and build a construction company within the low-rise residential construction sector
Structural trade experienced workers with 3+ years of experience within the construction industry
Foremen and managers working on commercial projects

Tools required

Computer or laptop
Stable internet connection
An email account
A phone
Microsoft Office Suite version 2013 or later
Recording device such as a mobile phone/video recorder
Access to at least 3 people to help you demonstrate your ability to interact with others during course projects (Not required for RPL)
Access to a building/ construction worksite
RPL students only: Be able to provide at least 2 professional referees to validate previous roles, projects and work experience

Payment options

*Terms & Conditions apply. Fees may vary and subject to change

Program inclusions

Course structure

The CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) requires the completion of 16 units comprising of 13 core units and 3 electives.

These units of competency have been selected in consultation with industry experts along with our facilitators who draw upon real-life case studies and examples to ensure the knowledge you gain is practical and applicable to the industry.

Students will have up to 18 months to complete this program. If the learner requires more time please see extension options in our student handbook or contact our office.

BSBSMB406A Manage small business finances
CPCCBC4001A Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for low rise building projects
CPCCBC4002A Manage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplace
CPCCBC4003A Select and prepare a construction contract
CPCCBC4004A Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4005A Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
CPCCBC4006B Select, procure and store construction materials for low rise projects
CPCCBC4007A Plan building or construction work

CPCCBC4008B Conduct on-site supervision of building and construction projects
CPCCBC4009B Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4010B Apply structural principles to residential low-rise constructions
CPCCBC4011B Apply structural principles to commercial low-rise constructions
CPCCBC4012B Read and interpret plans and specifications
BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
CPCCBC4018A Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4024A Resolve business disputes

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Potential future pathways

Potential career pathways

Potential career pathways may include but are not limited to:

Potential education pathways

Potential education pathways may include but are not limited to:

Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Advanced Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)
Bachelor of Construction Management
Master of Construction Management
A range of other construction-related management qualifications

Recognition of prior learning

RPL - Skills recognition

You might be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning for your previous work or study, saving you time and money on your course. Click learn more or take our FREE skills assessment to check your eligibility.