TAFE NSW
3-4 months
Start your construction career with hands-on training in tools, materials, and safety practices. This Certificate II prepares you for apprenticeships and construction labourer roles through practical experience and nationally recognised qualifications.
There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification. However, you must be at least 18 years old with valid identification to undertake the SafeWork NSW High Risk Work Licence assessment. You'll need to obtain a general construction induction card (white card) before entering construction sites. TAFE NSW recommends you have Language, Literacy and Numeracy skills at Year 10 level, and may ask you to complete an LLN skills test to support your study success. A positive attitude to learning, ability to attend all classes, and satisfaction with physical work are essential.
The Certificate II in Construction comprises 15 units of competency: 10 core units and 5 specialty units. Core units cover essential construction skills including working safely at heights, using construction tools and equipment, planning and organising work, conducting workplace communication, carrying out concreting, working sustainably, applying levelling procedures, reading plans and specifications, performing measurements and calculations, and applying WHS requirements. Specialty units allow customisation based on your interests and include explosive power tool use, trench support installation, site drainage, demolition, excavation, hoist operation, confined space work, traffic control, reinforcement placement, scaffolding erection, forklift operation, carpentry material handling, and construction safety preparation.
TAFE NSW is a leading registered training organisation with extensive experience in construction education. As a nationally recognised provider, your qualification is transferable across Australian states, enabling work opportunities without additional upskilling. TAFE NSW offers comprehensive support services including disability support, language and literacy assistance, careers counselling, and access to modern facilities across multiple campuses. The organisation recognises prior learning and work experience, potentially accelerating your qualification completion.
Upon completion, you'll be well-positioned for entry-level roles as a builder's labourer or to commence construction industry apprenticeships. The qualification provides a strong foundation for advancing to Certificate III in Carpentry, Certificate IV in Building and Construction, or Diploma of Building and Construction. Many graduates progress into specialised construction trades, site supervision, or construction management roles. The SafeWork NSW High Risk Work Licence obtained through this course enhances your employment prospects in the construction industry.
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