22614VIC CERTIFICATE IN BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION PRE-APPRENTICESHIP
OVERVIEW
The aim of the Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship is to provide learners with basic industry specific skills and knowledge to enable transition into an apprenticeship of a particular trade stream within one of the building and construction industry sectors at the Certificate III level. This is a state accredited course.
UNITS OF COMPETENCY*
CORE
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCWHS2001Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
VU23312 Prepare for work in the building and construction industry
VU23313 Interpret and apply basic plans and drawings
VU23314 Erect and safely use working platforms
ELECTIVE
VU23320 Identify and handle carpentry tools and equipment
VU23321 Perform basic setting out
VU23322 Construct basic sub-floor
VU23323 Construct basic wall frames
VU23324 Construct a basic roof frame
VU23325 Install basic external cladding
VU23326 Install basic window and door frames
VU23327 Install interior fixings
VU23328 Dismantle basic timber structures
VU23329 Construct basic formwork for concreting
*Units of Competency are for 2025/26 and are subject to change
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the duration of this course?
Two years
Where is this program delivered?
- Longerenong College
- Cheltenham Road Dandenong
- Charlton College Trade Training Centre
Is school to work placement required?
Yes. A minimum of 40 hours work placement is recommended by the VCAA.
What study pathways can this course lead to?
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
What are some potential career outcomes with further study?
- Builder
- Building Site Manager
- Building Inspector
- Landscape Construction
What items are students to provide?
- Australian Standards AS2210.3 class 1 work boots comprising of safety toe and a sole that is resistant to most oils, acids and chemicals
- Long work pants for safety purposes
- Hi-vis work shirt
- Pens Laptop or IPad for classroom computer work
- Photo ID
What items do Skillinvest provide?
- Safety glasses
- Ear muffs
- Dust masks
- Hand gloves resistant to cuts
- Carpentry pencils
- Resources for completion of individual UoCs
- All building materials