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Do you enjoy hands-on learning, building or fixing things, and are interested in a trade but not sure what you enjoy?

This course is designed for students interested in beginning a career in the construction industry.

 

It provides a strong foundation in basic construction practices and introduces students to a range of trade skills, including carpentry, concreting, bricklaying, and more.

 

This course gives students a solid foundation of hands-on skills and knowledge to support applications for apprenticeships in Carpentry, Furnishing, or other Construction Trades.

 

The course is highly practical and builds essential skills for future apprenticeships or trade training.

You will learn things like:

  • Workplace health and safety procedures

  • Using hand and power tools

  • Measurements and calculations

  • Basic levelling and construction techniques

  • Introduction to bricklaying, carpentry, concreting, and other trades

  • Communication and teamwork on-site

  • Construction material handling and sustainability practices

Does this sound like you:

  • Enjoy physical outdoor work and have a practical mindset

  • Are comfortable with manual labour and working in all weather conditions

  • Have good hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness

  • Are confident working at heights and with tools

  • Enjoy solving technical problems and working to precise measurements

  • Have a sound understanding of mathematics (for measuring, calculating angles, quantities, and quotes)

  • Are not affected by dust or other common environmental factors on construction sites

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Certificate II in Construction Pathways

CPC20220

Partial Completion. Students will receive a Statement of Attainment for Units of Competency completed.

Several locations. Refer Delivery table below

Several RTOs. Refer Delivery table below

Two years

One day per week

Year 10 (check with your school), Year 11, Year 12

Structured Workplace Learning requirements vary between VET courses and RTO’s. Check with your VET Coordinator

 

Contributes to VCE, VCE VM and VPC in accordance with current VCAA requirements. Speak with your VET Coordinator for advice specific to your senior pathway.

Students are responsible for travel to and from the delivery location. Subject to transport funding, SMRVC may provide transport on certain routes. Check with your VET Coordinator.

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Course Information

UNIT CODE                       UNITS OF COMPETENCY

CPCCOM1012

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CPCCOM1013

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CPCCOM1015

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CPCCCVE1011

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CPCWHS2001

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CPCCBL2001

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CPCCBL2002

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CPCCCM2013

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CPCCCM2006

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CPCCPD2012

Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry

Plan and organise work

 

Carry out measurements and calculations

 

Undertake a basic construction project

 

Apply WHS requirements, policies, and procedures in the construction industry

ELECTIVE UNITS (will vary between RTO’s)

Handle and prepare bricklaying and locklaying materials

Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment

 

Undertake basic installation of wall tiles

 

Apply basic levelling procedures

 

Use painting and decorating tools and equipment

Units of Competency listed are a guide only and can change from year to year. Check with your VET Coordinator.

                                                      RTO                                                                                      LOCATION                                                          DELIVERY DAY/TIME

Australian Institute of Education and Training (121314)                  Kyneton High School                                Tuesdays: 9am - 1.45pm 

 

              Apprenticeships Groups Australia (3829)                                  Deer Park                                            Wednesdays: 8am - 12.15pm         

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RTOs & Delivery Locations

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Australia’s construction industry continues to experience strong growth, creating ongoing demand for skilled workers. This qualification provides an excellent introduction to multiple construction trades and helps students explore career options before committing to an apprenticeship or ffurther vocational study.

Industry Insight

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Further study pathways:

  • Certificate III in Carpentry (CPC30220)

  • Certificate III in Bricklaying (CPC33020)

  • Certificate III in Cabinet Making (MSF30322)

  • Certificate III in Civil Construction (RII30920)

  • Diploma in Building & Construction (CPC50210)

  • Pathway into apprenticeships/traineeships

Career Opportunities:

  • Apprentice Carpenter

  • Construction Labourer

  • Trade assistant

  • Site Assistant

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Future Ready Skills:

Students develop valuable employability skills including:

  • Tool skills

  • Measuring

  • Reading plans

  • Teamwork

  • Safety awareness

  • Problem solving

  • Construction techniques

  • Communication

How to apply:

All students must apply through their school VET Coordinator and submit their Expression of Interest by the required dates. Placement is subject to availability and school approval.

Fees:

VET course and materials costs vary between courses. Refer to your VET Coordinator.

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