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52893WA Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Carpentry Pre-apprenticeship)

52893WA Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway - Trades) (Carpentry Pre-apprenticeship)

National ID 52893WA State ID AD12

Kick-start your career in the Building and Construction Industry 

The Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway – Trades) is an entry level course designed for learners, including school–based students, who are considering a...

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This course is half price for everyone (excl. school students) as part of the Lower Fees, Local Skills initiative. Fees are also capped at $1,200; or $400 if you're aged 15—24 or eligible for a concession. Find out more here.

^ You’ll pay half price course fees on Lower fees, Local Skills qualifications, however please note other fees may apply such as for resources that are specifically needed for your course.

CampusesKalgoorlie.

When Semester 1, 2024.

Study Mode On campus.

Kick-start your career in the Building and Construction Industry 

The Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway – Trades) is an entry level course designed for learners, including school–based students, who are considering a career or a pathway into the construction industry. The course is a combination of practical workshops and theoretical learning, as well as a work placement component.

In this course, students will gain skills from industry specific training and form an understanding in the following:

  • Preparing to work safely in the construction industry
  • Working effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
  • Planning and organising work
  • Conducting workplace communication
  • Carrying out measurements and calculations
  • Reading and interpreting plans and specifications
  • Applying Work Health and Safety requirements, policies and procedures in the workplace
  • Practicing asbestos awareness in the construction industry.

Important information

Select your preferred campus and apply

Semester 1, 2024

Details

Duration 12 Months
When Semester 1, 2024
Where Kalgoorlie
How Classroom Pre-Apprenticeship

Units and fees

To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete thirteen (13) units of competence, comprising eight (8) core and six (6) elective units selected from the options provided below. A work practice component of 150 hours minimum must also be completed.

For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side

Core

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
ASBAWA201 Practice asbestos awareness in the construction industry $12.96 $3.84 $3.77
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry $25.92 $7.68 $15.36
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work $25.92 $7.68 $15.36
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication $25.92 $7.68 $15.36
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations $25.92 $7.68 $15.36
CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications $51.84 $15.36 $30.53
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry $51.84 $15.36 $24.75
CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry $9.72 $2.88 $4.78

Elective

National ID Unit title General fee Concession Resource fee
Module 1 (placement arranged)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 2 (commenced)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 3 (mid-point)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Module 4 (completed)
$0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Use carpentry tools and equipment
$84.24 $24.96 $60.45
Handle carpentry materials
$25.92 $7.68 $16.29
Use explosive power tools
$12.96 $3.84 $13.22
Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
$25.92 $7.68 $20.57
Work safely on scaffolding higher than two metres
$25.92 $7.68 $20.57
Carry out levelling operations
$38.88 $11.52 $18.70

Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

  • Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
  • Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
  • Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
  • Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
  • For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
  • Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
  • Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
  • Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply. 
  • VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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