Certificate II in Construction Pathways (CPC20220)
Prepare to launch into an apprenticeship |
Job Outcome:
Prepare to launch into an apprenticeship 
Delivery Model:
In-person 
Estimated Salary:
$30,000-$48,000* Work towards a full apprenticeship in the building and construction industry with our pre-apprenticeship course.
Gain a competitive advantage by being the apprentice every tradesman hopes for and increase your employment prospects with our CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways. This qualification covers the basic skills and knowledge required to work in a primary trade within the construction industry. Develop your understanding of building and be exposed to common scenarios you’ll experience on the job in this pre-apprenticeship course.
The course is delivered in specially designed facilities where an emphasis is placed on providing hands on, practical training wherever possible.
Career pathways
If you’re wondering how to get an apprenticeship, our CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways is the answer. This course will give you a chance to try out a variety of trade skills and help you find your career path in a highly employable sector. The core units will meet the requirements and provide credits in most Certificate III qualifications – apprenticeship courses – in building and construction trades.
How long does this course take?
Our Certificate II in Construction Pathways has a duration of 13 weeks, with classes running 3 days per week 8:30am – 4:00pm.
Units
Students need to complete 12 units of competency, consisting of 6 core units plus
6 elective units.
Assessment methods
Our pre-apprenticeship course is delivered with both theory and practical elements, with a focus on practical application projects.
Materials
Before starting this qualification with Builders Academy Australia, you are required to purchase the following:
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
- Suitable steel cap work boots (must be ankle high and meet or exceed Australian Standard AS/NZS2210.3 for Type 1 safety footwear)
- Hi-Vis long sleeve shirt (must meet AS/NZS 4602.1:2011 High-Visibility Safety Garments for Day use only and rated UPF 50+. AS/NZS 4399: 1999 Sun Protective Clothing – Evaluation and Classification)
- Suitable work pants (denim and tracksuit pants are not permitted)
- Safety glasses (must comply with Australian standard AS/NZS 1337.1:2010 for medium impact protection)
- Work gloves (must comply with standard EN 388:3131 and meet Risk Category II: Gloves of Intermediate Design For Intermediate Risk, cleaning gloves are not permitted)
- Hearing protection (must not have a radio included, and must comply with Australia New Zealand standard AS/NZS 1270:2002)
By completing our CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways, you will be prepared with the essential skills needed to enter a full apprenticeship in your chosen field of construction, including carpentry, joinery and shopfitting or wall and floor tiling.
All fees are related to your government eligibility and the state you are living in. Please follow the links below to see the fees and payment options for each state.
If you have any questions please get in touch with us on 1300 LEGEND.
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*Salary sourced from Glassdoor Feb 2021.
The Certificate II in Construction Pathways will help you gain the knowledge and skills suited to work in primary trades and start a basic construction project. Upon successful completion of this accredited course, you will learn:
- Basic levelling procedures
- Stonemasonry construction process
- Civil construction waterproofing process
- How to prepare and handle solid plastering, bricklaying and blocklaying materials
You will learn how to correctly use:
- Solid plastering tools
- Floor tiling tools
- Blocklaying tools
- Carpentry tools
After completing the Certificate II in Construction Pathways, you will be able to work towards an apprenticeship in the building and construction industry. The core units will provide meaningful credit in most Certificate III qualifications.
Yes, as a Registered Training Organisation, the training programs of Builders Academy Australia are recognised nationally, providing qualifications issued under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
Builders Academy Australia has been awarded:
- 2018 Victorian Small Training Provider of the Year
- 2020 Victorian Small Training Provider of the Year
- 2020 Australian Small Training Provider of the Year
The course is delivered in specially designed facilities where an emphasis is placed on providing hands on, practical training wherever possible.
BAA’s training services are delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding to eligible students.
Confirm if you’re eligible for government funding online: Funding Eligibility Indicator here.
If you have further questions on course fees, prerequisite unit requirements, prior learning and other course enquiries, speak to our course advisors on 1300 534 363