This qualification provides a pathway to the primary trades in the construction industry with the exception of plumbing. Trade outcomes are predominantly achieved through an Australian Apprenticeship and this qualification allows for inclusion of skills suited for entry to off-site occupations, such as joinery as well as carpentry, bricklaying and other occupations in general construction.
Course Structure
This qualification includes 10 Units of Competency:
5 Core units
5 Electives units
Core Units (5)
Elective Units (5)
Career Outcomes
Construction Assistant
Carpentry Assistant
Trade Assistant
Building Site Worker
Construction Labourer
Apprentice Carpenter
Construction Trades Assistant
Entry Requirements
School Leaving Certificate
Physical fitness for manual work
Basic numeracy and literacy skills
Meet 18fifty3 training entry requirements
Study Support
Learning Resources
Access to comprehensive online learning materials and industry-standard software
Expert Trainers
Learn from industry professionals with extensive practical experience
Student Support
Dedicated support services to help you throughout your learning journey
Recognition & Pathways
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Your existing skills and knowledge may count towards this qualification through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) process. This can reduce your study time and cost.
- Work experience assessment
- Previous qualifications review
- Skills assessment
Further Study Pathways
After completing this qualification, you may progress to:
- Advanced Diploma qualifications
- Bachelor degree programs
- Industry certifications
Assessment Methods
Written Assessments
Complete assignments, reports, and documentation tasks to demonstrate your theoretical knowledge
Practical Tasks
Demonstrate your skills through hands-on activities, projects, and real-world scenarios
Observation
Be assessed while performing tasks in simulated work environments