Certificate IV in Building & Construction (Building)

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Suited to

Trade contractors, site supervisors and foreman, and tradespeople.

Why enrol

Our Certificate IV in Building and Construction has been designed to meet the needs of builders and managers or those seeking to obtain the technical qualifications to apply for a Builder Low Rise Licence through the QBCC.

This program covers building construction theory and practices related to low rise buildings, providing the knowledge and managerial skills required to manage a successful residential building business. 

What makes our Cert IV course different

  • Our Certificate IV in Building and Construction course has been designed and developed in consultation with industry leaders, so you can be confident what you’re learning is relevant. 
  • As a peak industry provider, with trainers who are recognised experts in their field, our Cert IV course has a reputation for delivering superior outcomes and often exceeding industry standards.
  • We focus on face-to-face training because we know more one-on-one time with teachers means our students will gain a greater depth of knowledge and be more successful builders in the long run. 
  • We run free information evenings prior to the start of our Cert IV courses to ensure our students have a thorough understanding of what to expect and to ensure an easy transition into study.
  • Our recognised prior learning (RPL) service means we are able to assess your skills and experience and, in some cases, help you gain formal qualifications quicker.

Course details


Duration
10 months – face-to-face delivery/self-paced learning OR 6 months recognition of prior learning 

Outcome

Certificate IV in Building in Construction (Building) qualification (upon completing all 16 units)


Course code
CPC40110

Delivery
Face-to-face learning, or recognition of prior learning.
  

Eligibility

For face-to-face delivery, prior to enrolment, candidates should be able to demonstrate a minimum of 12 months post carpentry and/or bricklaying trade (24 months for all other trades) and demonstrate a minimum level of language, literacy and numeracy (LLN) skills.

For RPL, prior to enrolment, candidates must be:

  • For carpenters and bricklayers: at least two years post trade experience on-site supervising all trades with a licensed builder, in domestic construction, and commercial construction to one storey.
  • For all other trades: at least four years post trade experience on-site supervising all trades with a licensed builder, in domestic construction, and commercial construction to one storey.

Enrolment
To enrol, candidates will need to meet the eligibility criteria, participate in a phone interview with Cirrus Construction and undertake a LLN assessment.

Course outline

Our Cert IV program is divided into eight clusters of learning that are based on the issues we know are important in the building and construction sector today. These clusters include managing OH&S, building principals and codes, project site surveys, resource management, project management, planning building and construction work, contract management and managing small business finances.

 Upcoming dates

 Call 0413 59 22 43 to find out what date this course is running in your region.