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Certificate II in Construction

CPC20120
Trades & constructionCertificate IINationally recognised
Level 2AQF level
15Units to complete
6 months to 1 yearAQF length guide
35Training providers
Dec 2024Latest release
Source: training.gov.au · AQFQualification details and status from training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education (CPC20120, current release). Typical length is the Australian Qualifications Framework volume-of-learning guide for a Certificate II; actual course length varies by provider and recognition of prior learning.More about our sources: How we check our facts
Occupations and industries on the national register
Occupations
Builder's Labourer (ANZSCO 821111) or Construction Assistant (ASCO 991611)
Industries
Building and Construction
Source: training.gov.auAs listed for CPC20120 on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education: the occupations and industry areas in the register's own taxonomy, shown exactly as written. They describe the course on the register; they are not a promise of a job or a pay level.More about our sources: How we check our facts

What you learn

To finish you complete 15 units: 10 core plus 5 electives. Units come from the official list for this course on the national register.

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CPCCCM2002Carry out hand excavation
CPCCCM2005Use construction tools and equipment
CPCCCM2006Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCCM2007Use explosive power tools
CPCCCM2008Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
CPCCCM2009Carry out basic demolition
CPCCCM2012Work safely at heights
CPCCCO2013Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1014Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM2001Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCRI3001Operate personnel and materials hoists
CPCCSF2004Place and fix reinforcement materials
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
RIICCM210EInstall trench support
RIIWHS202EEnter and work in confined spaces
RIIWHS205EControl traffic with stop-slow bat
RIIWMG203EDrain and dewater civil construction sites
TLILIC0003Licence to operate a forklift truck
Source: training.gov.auUnit list from the CPC20120 unit grid on training.gov.au, the national register of vocational education, current release. Core and elective packaging rules are set by the course; your provider confirms which electives they offer.More about our sources: How we check our facts

Who offers it

35 registered training providers can deliver this course. Pick your state to see local providers first, with everyone who can deliver there below. Or search a name. Each arrow opens the provider's page here, which links to their own website.

ABC Training WABased in WA · Registered since 2015→
Aboriginal Enterprises Australia TrainingBased in NT · Registered since 2022→
Alice Springs College of Australia Pty LtdBased in NT · Registered since 2022→
ATEC - ADELAIDE TRAINING & EMPLOYMENT CENTREBased in SA · Registered since 2003→
Australian College of Finance & ManagementBased in WA · Registered since 2012→
Australian Skills Group Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2012→
AWC TRAININGBased in WA · Registered since 2002→
Batchelor InstituteBased in NT · Registered since 1999→
Cartec Training SolutionsBased in QLD · Registered since 2012→
Central Regional TAFEBased in WA · Registered since 2016→
CONSTRUCTION TRADE QUALIFICATIONS PTY LTDBased in NSW · Registered since 2015→
Construction Training Australia Pty LtdBased in VIC · Registered since 2023→
Construction Training College Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2011→
CWBTSBased in NSW · Registered since 2005→
ECB Training Services Pty LtdBased in VIC · Registered since 2015→
Everthought College of Construction Pty LtdBased in WA · Registered since 2006→
FCTA-BUILDING CAREERSBased in SA · Registered since 2003→
Halo Nation Training Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2012→
HIA LearningBased in VIC · Registered since 2003→
Learning LiveBased in NSW · Registered since 2014→
Major Training GroupBased in QLD · Registered since 1999→
MTC TrainingBased in SA · Registered since 2009→
National Skills Pty LtdBased in QLD · Registered since 2018→
North Regional TAFEBased in WA · Registered since 2016→

Providers are listed alphabetically. A listing is not a recommendation or an endorsement, and providers do not pay to appear. Based-in shows each provider's registered head office; most providers deliver online Australia-wide. The → link opens the provider's page on this site, which links to their own website. Contact the provider for current intakes, fees and study modes.