Certificate IV & Diploma Courses

CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)

The CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) is designed for tradespeople and aspiring builders who want to take the next step in their career. This qualification provides the essential skills and knowledge to plan, supervise, and manage building and construction work while ensuring compliance with Australian building codes, standards, and legal requirements.

Students will develop expertise in:

  • Preparing and interpreting building and construction plans and specifications.
  • Applying Work Health and Safety (WHS) requirements on construction sites.
  • Estimating and preparing building quotes and contracts.
  • Supervising and coordinating teams, subcontractors, and resources.
  • Managing construction projects to meet time, budget, and quality expectations.

This course is often a requirement for builder licencing in many states and territories, making it a vital step for anyone looking to run their own building business or work as a licenced builder.

Career Outcomes

  • Licenced Builder (subject to state/territory licensing requirements)
  • Site Supervisor / Site Manager
  • Construction Foreperson
  • Building Contractor

Pathways

Graduates may progress to the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building/Management), which supports further career development in senior construction management and business ownership.

Essential Information

  • Rolling intake
  • Flexible and supportive delivery options:
    • Virtual Classroom
    • Face to Face Classroom
    • Self-Paced
  • CSQ Funding available
  • Trainer led classrooms

Do You Need Your Builders Licence?

The CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) gives you the knowledge and skills to step up as a builder or site supervisor. Learn project management, compliance, and leadership skills — and meet the requirements for builder licensing in many states.

Why study this course?

  • Gain the qualification needed for builder licencing in many states.
  • Build skills in estimating, contracts, and project supervision.
  • Learn to lead teams and manage construction projects effectively.
  • Increase career opportunities as a Builder, Site Supervisor, or Contractor.
  • Clear pathway to Diploma-level qualifications in construction management.
QBCC Licence TypeTechnical Qualification Required
Builder – low rise:
Contractor and nominee supervisor licences
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) – 19 units of competency (full qualification)
Builder – low rise:
Site supervisor licence
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) – 10 specific units of competency
Builder restricted to shopfitting:
Contractor and nominee supervisor licences
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) – 10 specific units of competency
Builder restricted to kitchen, bathroom and laundry installation:
Contractor and nominee supervisor licences
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) – 7 specific units of competency
Builder restricted to structural landscaping:
Contractor and nominee supervisor licence
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) – 7 specific units of competency
Builder restricted to special structures (shade sails):
Contractor and nominee supervisor licence
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) – 7 specific units of competency
Builder restricted to special structures (signs):
Contractor and nominee supervisor licence
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) – 7 specific units of competency

Pathways

Technical Pathway

Graduates may progress to the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building/Management), which supports further career development in senior construction management and business ownership.

Career and Employment Pathways

  • Licensed Builder (subject to state/territory licencing requirements)
  • Site Supervisor / Site Manager
  • Construction Foreperson
  • Building Contractor

Participants in this program are required to be currently employed in the building and construction industry and hold a Certificate III trade qualification or equivalent.

What do I need

  1. Laptop
  2. Microsoft Office Suite plus Adobe Acrobat Reader
  3. Industry experience – minimum 2 – 4 years depending on trade and supervisory experience
  4. Device for photographs
  5. Access to printer and internet

Course Structure
19 units of competency:
11 core units
8 elective units

Core Units
CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
CPCCBC4002 (Recording) Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace
CPCCBC4007 Plan building or construction work
CPCCBC4008 Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4009 Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCBC4014 Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
CPCCBC4018 Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
CPCCBC4021 Minimise waste on the building and construction site
CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings

Elective Units
CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4005 Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
CPCCBC4006 Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
CPCCBC4052 (Recording) Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry
CPCCC04001 Supervise concreting work
CPCSUS4002 Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings
BSBPMG422 Apply project quality management techniques

  • Fee For Service Price $7000
  • Funded Price (CSQ) $1330

*CSQ fund $5670 towards your qualification

This course has a rolling intake.

Once all documentation has been provided and your enrolment has been completed you are encouraged to start as soon as possible!

Join us on a Tuesday night (5.30pm-8pm) via our Virtual Classroom (ZOOM)

Join us on a Thursday night (5.30pm-8pm) for our face-to-face classroom at our Currumbin campus

Or work on the units self paced, in your own time, when it suits you!

We offer the flexibility for you to chose to do this course via one or more of the delivery modes listed – whatever works for you, your work and other commitments!

Check your eligibility for CSQ Funding via our online eligibility checker

We have a range of flexible payment options please contact us on 07 5669 9000 to find out more.

Course Information

  • Rolling intake
  • Flexible and supportive delivery options:
    • Virtual Classroom
    • Face to Face Classroom
    • Self-Paced
  • CSQ Funding available
  • Trainer led classrooms