TAFE NSW
12 months to 2 years depending on study mode
Become a qualified builder or site manager with this nationally recognised Certificate IV. Learn construction planning, project supervision, building codes, and business management through a mix of theory and practical work across multiple NSW campuses.
You must have evidence of previous experience or study before enrolling. Before your first class, you'll complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills test and must achieve a score of 3 across five literacy bands and 3 across one numeracy band. Mature age students with sufficient literacy, numeracy, visual and computer skills may be accepted with LLN evaluation. You'll need a general construction induction card (white card) before entering construction sites. We recommend intermediate communication and maths skills, excellent organisational abilities, problem-solving skills, high attention to detail, and basic computer proficiency.
The course comprises 19 units of competency: 11 core units and 8 specialty units. Core units cover building codes and standards for Class 1-10 and Class 2-9 buildings, site surveys and set-out procedures, work health and safety, reading and interpreting plans and specifications, structural principles, legal requirements, site communication and administration, building and construction planning, and preparing building sketches and drawings. Specialty units include construction materials selection and procurement, cost estimation, construction contracts, energy efficient building science, project quality and risk management, labour and material scheduling, team leadership, tender documentation, concrete and tilt-up supervision, BIM requirements and processes, sustainable building design, and building and construction business finance.
TAFE NSW is a nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO 90003) with 17 study and location options across NSW. The provider offers flexible delivery modes including on-campus, online, combination, and workplace training. TAFE NSW provides comprehensive support services including disability support, language and literacy assistance, Aboriginal support, careers counselling, libraries, and LinkedIn Learning access. The qualification is nationally recognised, allowing graduates to work across different states without additional upskilling.
Graduates progress to roles such as Building Associate, supervising construction sites and coordinating material and human resources. Other career pathways include builder, construction supervisor, site manager, site supervisor, and estimator. The course meets eligibility requirements to apply for a building licence in NSW. Further study opportunities include the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) and Certificate IV in Residential Drafting. With moderate growth projected in the building sector, Building Associates earn a median of $1,920 weekly, typically working 49 hours per week.
Qualification
Course fee
Start date
You will be redirected to the training provider to enquire directly. Workinitiatives is not the course or training provider. We aggregate and list courses only.