• Be at least 18 years of age
• Have completed study of Year 12 or equivalent
• Provide proof of English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
• Successfully complete the Alpha Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test
• Successfully complete the Alpha Digital Literacy test to demonstrate the ability to use the internet and common software applications for learning and assessment purposes
• Be able to participate in training within a simulated workplace environment, including manual handling activities
• Pre-enrolment interview may be required.

Who should apply for this course?

This course is ideal for:

• Carpenters and tradespeople who want to progress into supervisory or builder roles
• Students who have completed CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry and wish to continue their studies
• Individuals interested in managing residential or commercial construction projects
• Those seeking to develop leadership, planning, and project coordination skills
• Students who may wish to explore builder licensing pathways in Australia

Why choose this course?

This qualification provides students with practical construction management skills, industry knowledge, and leadership capabilities relevant to the building and construction sector.
Students will gain experience in areas such as project planning, estimating, site supervision, contracts, building codes and standards, risk management, and workplace safety — preparing them for career progression within the construction industry.

• Builder
• Construction supervisor
• Site manager
• Site supervisor
• Estimator

The qualification meets one of the requirements for a NSW Fair Trading Contractor Licence (Building). Please visit Fair Trading NSW for all licensing requirements.

Students who successfully complete the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction may progress to:

• CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
• Higher education qualifications in construction and related fields

Training methods may include:

• Lectures and interactive discussions
• Role plays and case studies
• Group projects and presentations
• Live demonstrations
• Guided practical activities
• Simulated workplace tasks and project scenarios

This qualification focuses on practical learning in construction management, project coordination, compliance, and site supervision.

Students will work through simulated building project scenarios in a structured learning environment before applying these skills within real-world industry settings.
Assessment methods may include:

• Knowledge questions
• Practical demonstrations and observations
• Projects and case studies
• Portfolio of evidence (where applicable)

Assessments are designed to reflect workplace conditions and industry standards. Students are assessed against the requirements of each unit of competency to demonstrate both technical knowledge and applied supervisory skills relevant to the construction industry.