CPC40120
Certificate IV in Building and Construction
A nationally recognised qualification that develops the skills and knowledge relevant to building and construction roles and pathways — including planning, supervision, compliance and project administration.
Course Code
CPC40120
Duration
12 Months
Campus
Sydney & Canberra
Recognition
Nationally Recognised Training
About the Qualification
What CPC40120 covers.
CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction develops skills and knowledge relevant to supervisory and planning roles across residential and low-rise commercial construction.
Study covers project planning, site supervision, reading plans and specifications, building codes and standards, contract administration, work health and safety and team communication.
It suits experienced trades workers, site leaders and people managing small to medium building businesses. Licensing requirements vary between states and territories and are determined by the relevant licensing authority.
Course Structure
19
Total Units
11
Core
8
Elective
Delivered in accordance with the current training package. Unit selection may change where permitted under training package transition arrangements.
Who It's For
Who is this qualification for?
Qualified tradespeople
Trades workers looking to formalise supervisory and planning skills.
Leading hands & site supervisors
Workers already coordinating crews on residential or commercial sites.
Small building business owners
Owners and managers of small to medium building businesses.
Career changers
People moving into construction planning, coordination and compliance roles.
Course Structure
What you'll learn.
CPC40120 consists of 19 nationally recognised units of competency — 11 core units and 8 electives.
Entry Requirements
What you'll need to apply.
Minimum age requirement
Applicants must meet the minimum age requirement where applicable.
Language, Literacy & Numeracy
A short LLN assessment helps us tailor the right level of study support.
Pre-Training Review
A brief review matches you to the most suitable qualification and study mode.
Unique Student Identifier (USI)
All nationally recognised training requires a USI. We can help you create or locate yours.
Government-issued ID
Valid government-issued photo identification is required at enrolment.
Visa requirements
Students on Australian visas may need to meet additional documentation requirements.
Delivery & Assessment
How you'll learn and be assessed.
Face-to-Face
Trainer-led classroom learning delivered at ACTA College campuses.
Online
Flexible self-paced online learning with trainer support.
Workplace-Based
Eligible students may complete practical learning through employer-supported workplace arrangements.
Assessment methods may include
- Practical demonstrations
- Written assessments
- Projects
- Presentations
- Observation
- Knowledge questions
- Workplace evidence (where applicable)
Fees
Course fees.
Choose the study mode that suits your schedule. Fees cover tuition and assessment for the full qualification.
Face-to-Face
$5,500
Trainer-led classroom learning at our Sydney or Canberra campus.
Online
$3,500
Flexible self-paced online learning with trainer support.
Pathways
Where this qualification can take you.
This qualification may support supervisory and management opportunities in construction. Outcomes depend on individual experience and relevant state or territory requirements.
Step 1
Tradesperson
Step 2
Site Supervisor
Step 3
Builder Licensing Pathway
Career progression in building and construction varies by state and territory. Licensing and senior roles are determined by the relevant licensing authority and depend on experience, further study and other requirements.
Site Supervisor
May support pathways into site supervision across residential and commercial construction.
Construction Supervisor
Can help prepare students for supervisory positions within construction project teams.
Project Coordinator
Builds skills relevant to coordinating trades, scheduling and site administration.
Leading Hand
May support progression from tradesperson into leading-hand and crew supervision responsibilities.
Builder Licensing Pathway
Includes units relevant to builder licensing pathways. Licensing is issued by relevant state and territory authorities — ACTA does not issue or approve licences.
Further Study
Graduates may consider progression to CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction.
Where You Can Study
Available in Sydney and Canberra.
How to Enrol
Three simple steps.
Submit an enquiry
Send us your details using the enquiry form or call our team.
Confirm your eligibility
We complete your Pre-Training Review, LLN assessment and USI check.
Finalise your enrolment
Confirm your campus and study mode, then complete your enrolment paperwork.
Frequently Asked Questions
CPC40120 — answered.
Enquire Now
Interested in CPC40120?
Send us an enquiry and our team can help you with course information, enrolment requirements and the next steps.
Most enquiries take only a few minutes to complete.
Campuses
Canberra · Sydney