Providing Quality Training Since 2004
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Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS)
(Currumbin Campus and Distance Education Only)
Are you in Year 10, 11 or 12 in a Queensland school? We offer the following courses at Gold Coast Trades College and we even pick you up from the train station and feed you brekky and lunch!
- AUR20720 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
- CPC10120 Certificate I in Construction
- UEE22020 Certificate II Electrotechnology (Career Start)
- 52887WA Certificate II in Plumbing
School based apprenticeships and traineeships
Are you keen to get your trade career started whist still at school? We can help you find an employer that needs a school based apprentice 1 day each week. We train school based apprentices in the following trades;
- AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Pre-Apprenticeship Programs
Gain the knowledge and practical skills to help you get job ready with one of our Pre-Apprenticeship Programs . Build the confidence you need to seek an apprenticeship in a range of trades. Our programs include:
- Nationally accredited and industry recognised qualification
- Engaging, hands on training delivered by experienced tradies
- Job seeking skills including resume writing and interview tips
- Exposure to real job vacancies through our Trades Careers network
AUTOMOTIVE BOOTCAMP – AUR20720 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
CONSTRUCTION BOOTCAMP – CPC10120 Certificate I in Construction
ELECTRICAL BOOTCAMP – UEE22020 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
PLUMBING BOOTCAMP – 52887WA Certificate II in Plumbing
White Card
Do you need a white card? We run white card courses regularly on campus here at Gold Coast Trades College starting from $99.
Apprenticeship and traineeships
Already completed your Cert 1 in Construction and ready to take the next step?
Let us help you find an apprenticeship in the following categories;
- AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Upskill
Short Courses
- BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
- BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers
- BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices
- BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management
- CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
- CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
- CPCCBC4006 Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
- CPCCBC4024 Resolve business disputes
- CPCCCA3002 Carry out setting out
- CPCCCA3010 Install windows and doors
- CPCCCM2004 Handle construction materials
- CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment
- CPCCCM2012 Work safely at Heights
- CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms
- CPCCDE3014 Remove non-friable asbestos
- CPCCDE3015 Remove friable asbestos
- CPCCDE4008 Supervise asbestos removal
- CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
- CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCWC3003 Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
- CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
- CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
- CPCPCM3024 Prepare simple drawings
- CPCPRF2022 Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding
- CPCPRF3023 Fabricate and install external flashings
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid
Civil Construction
Short Courses
- RIICCM202E Identify, locate and protect underground services
- RIICOM301E Communicate information
- RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform
- RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations
- RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
- RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces
- RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights
Higher Level Skills
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
- CPC40320 Certificate IV in Building Project Support
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
- BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
- QBLRSS1 Queensland Builder – Low Rise Site Supervisor (Skill Set)
Switch to Gold Coast Trades College
Already an apprenticeship and not training with us? Did you know there is an alternative here with us at Gold Coast Trade College?
We do on-site training but also have an awesome facility in Currumbin that you can attend for workshops when you need to.
- AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
General Construction
Short Courses
- BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
- BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures
- BSBSMB402 Plan small business finances
- BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures
- BSBSMB421 Manage small business finances
- BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
- BSBOPS304 Deliver and monitor a service to customers
- BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices
- BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management
- CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial construction
- CPCCBC4003 Select and prepare a construction contract
- CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
- CPCCBC4025A Manage personal work priorities and professional development
- CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
- CPCCBC4024 Resolve business disputes
- CPCCCA3002 Carry out setting out
- CPCCCA3010 Install windows and doors
- CPCCCM2004 Handle construction materials
- CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment
- CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights
- CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms
- CPCCDE3014 Remove non-friable asbestos
- CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
- CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCWC3003 Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
- CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (WHITE CARD)
- CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCPCM2043 Carry out WHS requirements
- CPCPCM3024 Prepare simple drawings
- CPCPRF2022 Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding
- CPCPRF3023 Fabricate and install external flashings
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid
Civil Construction
Short Courses
- RIICCM202E Identify, locate and protect underground services
- RIICOM301E Communicate information
- RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform
- RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
- RIIWHS202E Enter and work in confined spaces
- RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights
Skills Assessment and Gap Training
- AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Higher Level Skills
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
- CPC40320 Certificate IV in Building Project Support
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
- BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
- QBLRSS1 Queensland Builder – Low Rise Site Supervisor (Skill Set)
Need an apprentice? With the current 50% wage subsidy there’s no better time to put on an apprentice. We can help get you an apprentice in the following trades;
User Choice (Apprenticeship) Scope:
- AHC30921 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Need some upskilling yourself? Check out our offerings under the “TRADIE” category.2
Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS)
(Currumbin Campus and Distance Education Only)
Are you in Year 10, 11 or 12 in a Queensland school? We offer the following courses at Gold Coast Trades College and we even pick you up from the train station and feed you brekky and lunch!- CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction – Surf Board Shaping
- CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction
- AUR20716 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
- UEE22011 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
- AHC20416 Certificate II in Horticulture
School based apprenticeships and traineeships
Are you keen to get your trade career started whist still at school? We can help you find an employer that needs a school based apprentice 1 day each week. We train school based apprentices in the following trades;- BSB30115 Certificate III in Business
- AHC30916 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC30111 Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying
- CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30318 Certificate III in Concreting
- CPC30320 Certificate III in Concreting
- CPC30611 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31011 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31211 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31311 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC31411 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
- CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
Apprentice Bootcamps
Gain the knowledge and practical skills to help you get job ready with one of our Apprentice Bootcamps. Build the confidence you need to seek an apprenticeship in a range of trades. Our programs include:
- Nationally accredited and industry recognised qualification
- Engaging, hands on training delivered by experienced tradies
- Job seeking skills including resume writing and interview tips
- Exposure to real job vacancies through our Trades Careers network
AUTOMOTIVE BOOTCAMP – AUR20716 Certificate II in Automotive Vocational Preparation
CONSTRUCTION BOOTCAMP – CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction
ELECTRICAL BOOTCAMP – UEE22011 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)
White Card
Do you need a white card? We run white card courses regularly on campus here at Gold Coast Trades College starting from $65pp
Apprenticeship and traineeships
Already completed your Cert 1 in Construction and ready to take the next step?
Let us help you find an apprenticeship in the following categories;
- BSB30115 Certificate III in Business
- AHC30916 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC30111 Certificate III in Bricklaying/Blocklaying
CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry
CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
CPC30318 Certificate III in Concreting
CPC30320 Certificate III in Concreting
CPC30611 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
CPC31011 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
CPC31211 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
CPC31311 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
CPC31411 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
Upskill through CSQ
CSQ provide the following courses fully subsidised for apprentices.
CSQ – General Construction
Short Courses
- BSBCUS301 Deliver and monitor a service to customers
- BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management
- BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
- BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
- BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures
- BSBSMB402 Plan small business finances
- BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures
- BSBSMB421 Manage small business finances
- BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices
- BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
- CPCCBC4025A Manage personal work priorities and professional development
- CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
- CPCCBC4003 Select and prepare a construction contract
- CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
- CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
- CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCBC4024 Resolve business disputes
- CPCCCA3002 Carry out setting out
- CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment
- CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms
- CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
- CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCWC3003 Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
- CPCPCM3024 Prepare simple drawings
- CPCPRF2022 Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding
- CPCPRF3023 Fabricate and install external flashings
- CPCCCA3010 Install windows and doors
- CPCCCM2004 Handle construction materials
- CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights
- CPCCHWS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid
CSQ – Civil Construction
Short Courses
- RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights
- RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform
- RIICCM202E Identify, locate and protect underground services
- RIICOM301E Communicate information
- RIIMPO317F Conduct roller operations
- RIIMPO318F Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations
- RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations
- RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
Higher Level Skills
- BSB41515 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
- BSB51415 Diploma of Project Management
- CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Switch to Gold Coast Trades College
Already an apprenticeship and not training with us? Did you know there is an alternative here with us at Gold Coast Trade College?
We do on-site training but also have an awesome facility in Currumbin that you can attend for workshops when you need to.
- AHC30916 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30320 Certificate III in Concreting
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
- CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Did you know, thanks to CSQ, we can offer you the following courses HEAVILY subsidised, these include QBBC approved courses for your trade contractors license, supervisor and builders licenses and more.
Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) is a funded body supporting QLD employers, workers, apprentices and career seekers in the building and construction industry. GCTC is an eligible recipient of CSQ funding to provide Construction Training. *Eligibility for CSQ funding is a requirement*
CSQ – General Construction
Short Courses
- BSBCUS301 Deliver and monitor a service to customers
- BSBWHS414 Contribute to WHS risk management
- BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
- BSBSMB401 Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business
- BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures
- BSBSMB402 Plan small business finances
- BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures
- BSBSMB421 Manage small business finances
- BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices
- BSBSUS201 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
- CPCCBC4025A Manage personal work priorities and professional development
- CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
- CPCCBC4003 Select and prepare a construction contract
- CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
- CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
- CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCBC4024 Resolve business disputes
- CPCCCA3002 Carry out setting out
- CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment
- CPCCCO2013 Carry out concreting to simple forms
- CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
- CPCCOM2001 Read and interpret plans and specifications
- CPCCWC3003 Install dry wall passive fire-rated systems
- CPCPCM3024 Prepare simple drawings
- CPCPRF2022 Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding
- CPCPRF3023 Fabricate and install external flashings
- CPCCCA3010 Install windows and doors
- CPCCCM2004 Handle construction materials
- CPCCCM2012 Work safely at heights
- CPCCHWS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
- HLTAID011 Provide first aid
CSQ – Civil Construction
Short Courses
- RIIWHS204E Work safely at heights
- RIIHAN301E Operate elevating work platform
- RIICCM202E Identify, locate and protect underground services
- RIICOM301E Communicate information
- RIIMPO317F Conduct roller operations
- RIIMPO318F Conduct civil construction skid steer loader operations
- RIIMPO320F Conduct civil construction excavator operations
- RIIRIS301E Apply risk management processes
Skills Assessment and Gap Training
- AHC30916 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30320 Certificate III in Concreting
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
- CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Higher Level Skills
- CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction
- CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
- CPC40320 Certificate IV in Building Project Support
- CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
- CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
- BSB41419 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety
- BSB40920 Certificate IV in Project Management Practice
Need an apprentice? With the current 50% wage subsidy there’s no better time to put on an apprentice. We can help get you an apprentice in the following trades;
User Choice (Apprenticeship) Scope:
- AHC30916 Certificate III in Landscape Construction
- CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30320 Certificate III in Concreting
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31020 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
- CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
- CPC31320 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling
- CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
- CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Need some upskilling yourself? Check out our offerings under the “TRADIE” category.