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Certificate II in Construction Pathways

Course Code CPC20220

Duration
  • Full Time
  • 3 months
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Chadstone

This course is not available for International Students

Free TAFE Course

You may be eligible to study this course for FREE.

Overview

The Certificate II in Construction Pathways will give you a chance to sample a variety of trade skills, such as painting, joinery, shopfitting, carpentry, bricklaying and tiling and help you find your career path in a highly employable sector.

Career Opportunities

  • carpentryapprenticeship
  • wall and floor tiling apprenticeship
  • bricklaying apprenticeship
  • joinery and shopffitting apprenticeship
  • painting and decorating apprenticeship

Pathway to further studies

  • CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying
  • CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
  • CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
  • CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and decorating
  • CPC30120 Certificate III in Shopfitting
  • CPC31920 Certificate III in Joinery

Studying the Certificate II in Construction Pathways at Holmesglen

You'll learn the best work, health and safety practices, how to correctly use tools, and learn about the materials you will be working with.<p>You will understand the job, and what is required of you and learn to effectively communicate with your workmates.<p>This qualification’s core units will meet the requirements, and provide credits toward most Certificate III qualifications - apprenticeship courses - in the building and construction trades.<p>You’ll gain an understanding of building skills and principles and be exposed to common scenarios you’ll experience on the job.<p>Our teachers are industry experts that have worked in the field. Here at Holmesglen, we structure our courses to use our real-world working environments so you're well prepared to enter into an apprenticeship and begin your trade.

Entry Requirements

There are no formal entry requirements.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview.<p>These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

The duration of the program is 12 weeks and learners must demonstrate competency in 10 units of competency:<br>5 Core units<br>5 Elective units<p><br><strong>Timetable</strong><br>3 days 8.15am - 3.30pm for 12 weeks – Monday Tuesday and Wednesday.
Unit code Unit name
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
Unit code Unit name
CPCCBL2001 Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials
CPCCBL2002 Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment
CPCCCM2013 Undertake basic installation of wall tiles
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCPD2012 Use painting and decorating tools and equipment

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Direct

Click the ‘apply’ button below to get your application started with us. Our friendly Holmesglen team will be in touch to discuss your study opportunities and pre-training requirements.

Visit How to Apply for more information on the application process.

Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion, you will receive the nationally accredited CPC20220 Certificate II Construction Pathways.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $5,947
Government subsidised $1,291
Concession $259
Free TAFE eligible student FREE
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost

Additional Course Cost

Students will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) when undertaking practical activities and attending site visits. The personal protective equipment and course materials students will be required to supply are: <br>Safety boots (steel capped, ankle height) Safety pants <br>Work shirt Safety glasses <br>Ear protection AS1270 (Earmuffs) Hat for sun protection <br>Sunscreen (if exposed to sunlight) <br>Safety Gloves (if handling building materials) Fold out ruler, Notebook, HB Pencil, Biro, eraser <br>BYO Device-Laptop $400 <br>The total cost of these items is between $650 - $750 <br>If additional safety equipment is required, it will be supplied by the Institute.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

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