OVERVIEW
CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry is the mandatory unit of competency required for anyone seeking to enter a construction site in Australia. Successful completion of this unit leads to the issue of a White Card (from WorkSafe Victoria), which is nationally recognised as evidence that a worker has completed general construction induction training.
This unit is designed for individuals entering the construction industry for the first time, including apprentices, trainees, labourers, and anyone required to access operational construction sites. The unit ensures students understand their WHS responsibilities and can contribute to a safe and compliant workplace from day one.
UNITS OF COMPETENCY
CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
There are no formal entry requirements for this Training Program.
All students must complete the enrolment process to undertake the training program including a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) assessment and Pre-Training Review to ensure the training program is suitable for the student to enrol.
DELIVERY AND DURATION
Where is this training program delivered?
- Longerenong College
- Dandenong South Skills Centre
What is the duration of this training program?
- One day (8:30am – 3:30pm)
UPCOMING DELIVERY DATES
White Card Course dates in Horsham – Longerenong College
- Tuesday 2 June 2026
- Tuesday 21 July 2026
- Tuesday 8 September 2026
- Tuesday 27 October 2026
- Tuesday 8 December 2026
White Card Course dates in Melbourne – Skillinvest Dandenong
- Thursday 28 May 2026
- Thursday 30 July 2026
- Thursday 17 September 2026
- Thursday 26 November 2026
ASSESSMENT
Students will be assessed based on the unit of competency requirements and assessment conditions.
This may include a combination of:
- Knowledge questions
- Workplace practical/simulation
- Written projects
- Third Party Reports
- Test (oral, written or practical)
Upon completion of the Training Program, Students will be awarded with a nationally recognised Statement of Attainment.
FEES AND CHARGES
$175
HOW TO ENROL
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RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING
Credit Transfer (CT)
Skillinvest Ltd recognises all Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) qualifications and statements of attainment issued by other training providers. A student may apply to have a unit of competency recognised if the unit code and title exactly matches the unit of competency for which recognition is being sought; or if the unit of competency held is superseded and equivalent to the current unit of competency.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Skillinvest Ltd recognises that people learn and acquire skills and knowledge in ways other than just formal study or current training. A person may acquire skills relevant to the work situation through non-accredited training courses, workplace training, hobbies, interests and life experience. Sometimes the skills and knowledge acquired in these ways can be applied to the current workplace tasks and roles a person is performing. The RPL process measures these previously acquired skills and knowledge against unit/s of competency.
Skillinvest Ltd verify the evidence provided by prospective students applying for Recognition of Prior Learning.
During the Pre-Training Review and Enrolment Process, Prospective Students are informed of the Credit Transfer and RPL process and any associated fees that may be incurred.
Skillinvest fosters a safe and inclusive learning environment for all cohorts and cultures. Individuals with a disability and First Nations people are encouraged to apply.