CPC10120 - Certificate I in Construction

Duration

There are multiple durations. Please refer to Course Structure below.

Location
Gladstone and Rockhampton City
Study modeOn Campus
Total units11

Overview

Are you wanting to start constructing your career in Construction? By completing Certificate I in Construction as part of the Start TAFE Now (STN) high school students program you will be able to be on the right track to reach your goal of a career in the construction industry. This course provides an introduction to the construction industry. You will obtain knowledge and skills in the use of construction tools and equipment, plan and organise work, and prepare to work safely in the construction industry.

This qualification provides an introduction to the construction industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations. The units of competency cover essential work health and safety requirements, the industrial and work organisation structure, communication skills, work planning, and basic use of tools and materials. The qualification is built around a basic construction project unit that integrates the skills and embeds the facets of employability skills in context. The qualification is suited to Start TAFE Now (STN) programs or learners with no previous connection to the construction industry or relevant employment history.

This is a nationally recognised accredited course.

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Career Opportunities

Apprenticeship within construction industry, including: Bricklayer or Blocklayer, Ceiling or wall plasterer, Carpenter, Joiner, Painter decorator, Roof tiler, Shopfitter, Solid plasterer, Stonemason

Structure & Availability

STN

Duration:

12 months part-time


Core

Unit CodeUnit Name
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCCM1011Undertake basic estimation and costing
CPCCCM2004Handle construction materials
CPCCCM2005Use construction tools and equipment
CPCCOM1012Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013Plan and organise work
CPCCVE1011Undertake a basic construction project
CPCWHS1001Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

Elective

Unit CodeUnit Name
CPCCCM2006Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCOM1014Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015Carry out measurements and calculations

STN

IntakeLocations
February, 2024On-campus, Gladstone, Rockhampton City

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

To successfully undertake this course students must also complete the unit CPCWHS2001. This is undertaken at the commencement of training & has legislative requirements in regard to identification. This Evidence of Identity (EOI) information must be provided at enrollment. All students are required to supply the full EOI requirements with the exception of First nations people & Secondary School students, who may choose to supply reduced documents as per Worksafe Qld guidelines below.

Secondary school students may be identified by producing one (1) of the following EOI documents;

Australian birth Certificate

Australian Citizenship Certificate

International Travel documents (including a passport)

Australian Learners Permit

& a Written statement outlining current enrollment at the school (on official school letterhead) signed by one of the following.

Principal or Deputy Principal, Head teacher or Deputy Head teacher, Secretary or Deputy Secretary /: or Chief Administrator or Deputy Chief Administrator.

 

First Nations people may be identified by producing at least one (1) Category A or B EOI document & written statements from two (2) Authorised representatives.

 

All other people shall provide either;

One (1) Category A & Two (2) Category B EOI documents, or

Two (2) Category A & One (1) Category B documents

Up to date Worksafe.qld.gov.au EOI document list here - https://www.worksafe.qld.gov.au/licensing-and-registrations/work-health-and-safety-licences/apply-renew-or-replace-licences/evidence-of-identity

Fees & Scholarships

$5,082
Fee for service
$462
Fee for service per unit
$1,782
Co-Contribution Fee
$1,419
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee
$162
Co-Contribution Fee per unit
$129
Co-Contribution Concessional Fee per unit

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Fee for Service/ Full Fee

Fee for Service/Full Fee occurs when the full tuition fee is charged to students. This may occur when the course is not included in government subsidy program/s or the student is not eligible for a government subsidy. These students are obligated to cover the entire cost. Learn more about Paying for TAFE. 

Co-Contribution and Co-Contribution Concessional Fee

Some government subsidies, such as Certificate 3 Guarantee, will require the individual to contribute to the cost of their training through a co-contribution fee. Government subsidies are subject to eligibility.

The fee will vary based on the course chosen and the eligibility of the student for a concession rate. The co-contribution fee represents the total cost to the student for tuition. There are other costs that the student may have to pay, including but not limited to uniforms and course resources. This will vary depending on the training. If you are required to pay Co-Contribution Fees, you may be eligible for partial or full exemption, you can find more information on Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.

For high school students you may be eligible for the Queensland Government’s VET in Schools (VETiS) program which is fee-free. Course specific costs may be applicable, an example would be high vis clothes and safety boots for trade courses.

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