22614VIC
Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship (Carpentry) — Partial Completion

Building & Construction

Further Study Opportunities

Certificate II in Wall and Celling Lining
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
Certificate III in Fire Protection
Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Specialist Trades)
Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

Overview

This course is a partial completion of the certificate and students will be issued with a statement of attainment. The course is designed for students entering the building and construction industry who want to become a carpenter. Students are taught ten core building modules and all of the carpentry stream modules. This course includes Construction Induction training (White Card). Students may attain qualification upon satisfactory completion of all units.

Duration
2 Years
Parade College — 3rd Year (Optional)
Credits

VPC: Each completed 90-hour block of VET equals one VPC credit.

VCE/VCE VM: Recognition of up to four VCE VET units at Units 1&2 level, and a VCE VET Unit 3–4 sequence.

ATAR: Students will be eligible for a 10% increment.

VASS: VE1

Course Details

Delivery Mode: Face to face onsite at the Host school(s)
Assessment Methods: Written, Practical Tasks, Observations, Project/Portfolio

Core Units of Competency:

  • VU22014 Prepare for work in the building and construction industry
  • VU22015 Interpret and apply basic plans and drawings
  • VU22016 Erect and safely use working platforms
  • CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (White Card)
  • CPCCCM1012A Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
  • CPCCCM1014A Conduct workplace communication
  • CPCCCM1015A Carry out measurements and calculations
  • HLTAID011 Provide First Aid

Use of External Providers: First Aid training (HLTAID011 Provide First Aid) for students enrolled at Northern College of the Arts & technology is delivered on-site by 1 SDO Training Pty Ltd (RTO 41558).

Licensing or Accreditation Eligibility: Successfully completing the unit CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry provides a Statement of Attainment. This is necessary to get a White Card, which is required for working on construction sites in Australia. WorkSafe Victoria confirms eligibility for the White Card after completing this unit.

Structured Workplace Learning

It is strongly recommended that students undertake a minimum 80 hours of work placement.

Prerequisites: No prerequisites required.

Career Pathways

With additional training and experience, possible future career pathways may include work in the following areas/sectors:

  • Brick / Block Layer

  • Building Site Administrator

  • Building Inspector

  • Contract Administrator

  • Architect

  • Carpenter

  • Project Manager

  • Estimator

  • Drafter (Architectural)

  • Builder and Quantity Surveyor

Fees

Please speak with your VET Coordinator for further information, including any applicable fees and whether a uniform is required.

Host Schools
Days/Times
Northern College of the Arts & Technology NCAT, 6736
Wednesday
8.30am—12.30pm
Units 1&2
Wednesday
1.30pm—5.30pm
Units 1&2
Thursday
1.30pm—5.30pm
Units 3&4
Friday
8.30am—12.30pm
Units 1&2
Outer Northern Trade Training Centre AIET, 121314
Tuesday
12.30pm—4.30pm
Units 1&2
Wednesday
8.00am—12.00pm
Units 1&2
Wednesday
12.30pm—4.30pm
Units 1&2
Friday
8.00am—12.00pm
Units 3&4
Friday
12.30pm—4.30pm
Units 3&4
Parade College (Bundoora Campus)* Parade College, 40750
Monday
7.30am—3.15pm
Units 3&4
Tuesday
7.30am—3.15pm
Units 1&2
Tuesday
1.30pm—5.00pm
Units 1&2
Tuesday
7.30am—1.00pm
3rd Year
Wednesday
7.30am—1.00pm
Units 1&2
Wednesday
1.30pm—5.00pm
Units 1-4
Thursday
7.30am—11.00am
Units 1-4
Thursday
7.30am—11.00am
3rd Year
Friday
7.30am—3.15pm
Units 1&2
St Helena Secondary College Access Skills Training, 6653
Wednesday
1.30pm—5.15pm
Units 1&2
Thursday
1.30pm—5.15pm
Units 3&4
Students enrolled at Parade College are eligible to receive a full Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship (Carpentry).