Certificate I in Construction

Modification History

Release 5	This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.5. Prerequisite asterisk * added to unit CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project.
Release 4	This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.3. Minor formatting correction.
Release 3	This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 6.2. Change of unit title BSBSUS211 Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices in Elective units to BSBSUS211 Participate in sustainable work practices.
Release 2	This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.1. Unit list typographical error corrected in code CPCCWHS2001.
Release 1	This version first released with CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package Release 5.0. Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction. Updated to meet the Standards for Training Packages 2012.

Qualification Description

This qualification provides an introduction to the construction industry, its culture, occupations, job roles and workplace expectations. The units of competency cover essential work health and safety requirements, the industrial and work organisation structure, communication skills, work planning, and basic use of tools and materials. The qualification is built around a basic construction project unit that integrates the skills and embeds the facets of employability skills in context.

The qualification is suited to vocational education and training (VET) in Schools programs or learners with no previous connection to the construction industry or relevant employment history.

There are no specific job outcomes to this qualification, but the skills achieved will assist in successfully undertaking a Certificate II pre-vocational program or job outcome qualification or will facilitate entry into an Australian Apprenticeship.

The unit CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry is designed to meet WHS regulatory authority requirements for WHS induction and must be achieved before access to any building and construction work site.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this qualification.

Packaging Rules

To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in 11 units of competency:

• 8 core units
• 3 elective units.

The elective units are to be chosen as follows:

• up to 3 units from the elective units below
• one unit from Certificate I or II qualifications in the CPC Training Package or another current Training Package or accredited course, provided the integrity of the AQF alignment is ensured, and it contributes to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome.

Prerequisite units of competency

An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.

Core units
CPCCCM1011	Undertake basic estimation and costing
CPCCCM2004*	Handle construction materials
CPCCCM2005*	Use construction tools and equipment
CPCCOM1012	Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013	Plan and organise work
CPCCVE1011*	Undertake a basic construction project
CPCCWHS1001	Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
CPCCWHS2001	Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
Elective units
BSBSUS211	Participate in sustainable work practices
CPCCCM2006	Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCOM1014	Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015	Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM1017	Prepare simple construction sketches
CPCCOM2001*	Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCVE1002	Undertake a basic computer design project

Qualification Mapping Information

Supersedes and is equivalent to CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction.

Links

The Companion Volume Implementation Guide for the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package is available at - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=7e15fa6a-68b8-4097-b099-030a5569b1ad

https://training.gov.au/Training/Details/CPC10120

The program also supports school students to access training and Queensland's Year 12 graduates to transition to employment by providing free training in high priority qualifications.

What qualifications are subsidised?

Under the Certificate 3 Guarantee, the Queensland Government provides a subsidy for a range of certificate III level vocational qualifications.

Foundation skills training and lower-level vocational qualifications may also be subsidised in certain circumstances.

Am I eligible?

You must:

• be a Queensland resident
• be aged 15 years or over, and no longer at school (with the exception of VET in Schools students)
• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident (including humanitarian entrants), or a temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency
• not hold, or be enrolled in, a certificate III level or higher qualification (not including qualifications completed at school and foundation skills training).

Additional opportunities may be available in exceptional circumstances where an individual does not meet the eligibility criteria for the program but circumstances indicate the objectives of the program will be met through a confirmed employment benefit. Additional opportunities will be considered on a case-by-case basis, upon request by a prospective student.

To learn more, prospective students can contact the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training on 1300 369 935.

How can I participate?

It is important that you choose the right course for you to take full advantage of the program.

For information on choosing a training provider, read our training consumer tips.

The Queensland Skills Gateway displays the courses available under the Certificate 3 Guarantee and provides information about what they cover, the careers they can lead to, and the training providers approved to deliver them.

As a condition of your enrolment, you will be required to complete a student training and employment survey within 3 months of finishing or discontinuing your training.

What level of subsidy is available?

The subsidy represents the level of government contribution for a qualification, and varies between qualifications based on a number of factors.

The investment priority or importance of the training influences the size of the government subsidy. Training in vocational areas that align with important economic and industry skills needs will receive a higher government subsidy.

A higher subsidy will also be paid to support participation by disadvantaged learners (concessional students). More information on concessional student status is detailed in the Certificate 3 Guarantee program policy.

Do I need to contribute to the cost of training?

Students undertaking certificate III level training and non-concessional students undertaking lower-level vocational training are required to pay student co-contribution fees.

The amount of your co-contribution fees will vary depending on the course you undertake and the training provider you choose.

The fee may be paid on your behalf by an employer or another third party, but cannot be paid or waived by the training provider, or any organisation related to the training provider, unless approved by the department.

However, full costs (including co-contribution fees) for Certificate 3 Guarantee high priority qualifications are covered under the Fee Free TAFE program.

More information

• Read the Certificate 3 Guarantee frequently asked questions.
• Read the Certificate 3 Guarantee – Student fact sheet (PDF, 308KB).
• View more information on Certificate 3 Guarantee, including program documents.

Related information

• Queensland Skills Gateway
• Student guide
• Higher Level Skills
• Visa eligibility for funded programs

Last updated 13 January 2023