Certificate II in Construction Pathways

About this course

Are you looking into becoming a trade apprentice, but would like to experience the industry first?

This course provides a pathway to the primary trades in the construction industry (except for plumbing). You will gain an understanding of building skills and principles, and you’ll be exposed to common scenarios you will experience on the job.

The course has core units of competency that are required in most Certificate III qualifications. You will also be able to choose electives from trade skills such as:

carpentry
joinery
shop fitting
bricklaying
concreting
plastering.

Note that the availability of electives may vary depending on your selected training provider.

On completion of the course, possible career opportunities include:

carpentry apprenticeship
wall and floor tiling apprenticeship
bricklaying apprenticeship
joinery and shopfitting apprenticeship
painting and decorating apprenticeship.

This course will give you pathways to the following further study:

Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying
Certificate III in Carpentry
Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
Certificate III in Shopfitting
Certificate III in Joinery.

This qualification is recognised nationally under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).

This course can be done as a traineeship. You’ll get technical knowledge through coursework and hands-on experience through paid work. On completion you will receive a nationally recognised qualification.

To enrol as a trainee, you’ll need:
1. a job in a relevant workplace in the same field as your course, and
2. an employer willing to sign a Commonwealth Government ‘Training Contract’ and support your learning at work.
To get started:
- contact an Apprentice Connect Australia Provider for information on finding an employer and for ongoing support
- find a course provider that delivers the course as a traineeship.
To get help:
- contact the TAFE and Training Line
- visit our apprenticeships and traineeships page
- visit Apprenticeships Victoria.

Units of study

Core units

Unit title	Unit code
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry	CPCCOM1012
Plan and organise work	CPCCOM1013
Carry out measurements and calculations	CPCCOM1015
Undertake a basic construction project	CPCCVE1011
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry	CPCCWHS2001

Elective units

Unit title	Unit code
Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials	CPCCBL2001
Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment	CPCCBL2002
Use carpentry tools and equipment	CPCCCA2002
Handle carpentry materials	CPCCCA2011
Undertake basic estimation and costing	CPCCCM1011
Handle construction materials	CPCCCM2004
Apply basic levelling procedures	CPCCCM2006
Carry out basic demolition	CPCCCM2009
Work safely at heights	CPCCCM2012
Undertake basic installation of wall tiles	CPCCCM2013
Carry out concreting to simple forms	CPCCCO2013
Assemble components	CPCCJN2001
Manufacture and assemble joinery components	CPCCJN3004
Process materials to produce components using static machines	CPCCJN3100
Handle and store painting and decorating materials	CPCCPD2011
Use painting and decorating tools and equipment	CPCCPD2012
Prepare existing coated surface for painting	CPCCPD3021
Apply paint by brush and roller	CPCCPD3022
Apply and install sealant and sealant devices	CPCCSH2003
Handle solid plastering materials	CPCCSP2001
Use solid plastering tools and equipment	CPCCSP2002
Prepare surfaces for plastering	CPCCSP2003
Identify and use stone products	CPCCST2006
Use stonemasonry tools, plant and equipment	CPCCST2007
Use wall and floor tiling tools and equipment	CPCCWF2002
Repair wall and floor tiling	CPCCWF3004
Handle waterproofing materials and components	CPCCWP2001
Use waterproofing tools and equipment	CPCCWP2002
Carry out WHS requirements	CPCPCM2043
Work safely on roofs	CPCPCM2055
Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding	CPCPRF2022
Perform routine gas metal arc welding	MEM05050
Undertake manual handling	MEM11011
Work safely and effectively in manufacturing and engineering	MEM13015
Organise and communicate information	MEM16006
Install trench support	RIICCM210E
Control traffic with stop-slow bat	RIIWHS205E
Drain and dewater civil construction sites	RIIWMG203E
Apply work health and safety regulations, codes and practices in the workplace	UEECD0007
Conduct in-service safety testing of electrical cord connected equipment and cord assemblies	UEERL0003

Course providers

This course is offered by the following providers. Click on the links to the provider websites for the latest information on course details, fees and how to apply.

Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Chadstone
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus, Part time on-campus
- Visit Holmesglen Institute for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Bairnsdale Trade Centre (Bairnsdale), Yallourn (Newborough)
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit TAFE Gippsland for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Wodonga (West Wodonga)
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Wodonga TAFE for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Melbourne, Springvale, Lalor
Delivery modes: Full time on-campus
- Visit Builders Academy Australia for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider
Government funding for eligible students:
Locations: Hallam, Laverton (Laverton North)
Delivery modes: Part time on-campus
- Visit Foresite Training and Licensing for course details, fees and how to apply
- Check our FAQs on choosing a course and provider