Certificate II in Construction Pathways (CPC20220)


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CPC20220 – Certificate II in Construction Pathways

The Certificate II in Construction Pathways will prepare graduates with the skills and knowledge for entry into an apprenticeship (Certificate III trade qualification) in one of the various sectors of the construction industry. The outcome of the Certificate II in Construction Pathways does not meet the requirements for a qualified tradesperson.

This course is designed specifically for those from a range of age groups and backgrounds who are interested in obtaining employment as an apprentice in construction. Successful course graduates would continue into the nationally endorsed Certificate III qualifications relevant to their chosen trade stream, such as carpentry, bricklaying, plastering, wall and floor tiling, painting and decorating, roof tiling, or other construction trades.

This qualification provides a pathway to employment as an apprentice in the domestic or commercial/industrial construction sectors.

CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways supersedes and is equivalent to CPC20211 Certificate II in Construction Pathways.

Nominal hours: 400-600 (depending on electives)

Occupational titles may included

  • Construction Apprentice
  • General Construction Labourer
  • Trades Assistant

Course Structure:

In order to achieve this qualification, students must complete 7 core units plus 5 elective units that support pathways into specific construction trades.

Qualification Code

CPC20220

Qualification Title

Certificate II in Construction Pathways

Total Course Duration

Approximately 16–20 weeks

Volume of learning

Approx. 400-600 Hours

Delivery weeks

16–20 weeks

Holidays breaks

As per training provider

Age requirements:

Students must be above 16 years of age.

Academic Requirements:

To enter into the courses delivered at CTA, applicants should have successfully completed Year 10 or Year 11 equivalent.

or

Mature age applicants without formal education may be considered based on relevant work experience and demonstrated capacity to meet course requirements. Such learners will be accessed for possible RPL opportunities and their course duration and volume of learning will be adjusted accordingly, if any RPL is granted.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy test (LLN):

Students undertaking this course at CTA must possess sound Numeracy skills since it requires them to do calculations or any other course related work. To determine this, all students wanting to study with us are required to undertake the LLN Test prior to the commencement of the course.  Based on the test outcome, students may be identified as requiring external support services.

The LLN test will be conducted on campus by using an ACSF mapped online LLN assessment tool - LLN Robot.

Students are asked to undertake a language, literacy and numeracy test (LLN) test and achieve expected performance level of ACSF level 2 or 3 for CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways

Mode of Delivery:

Classroom based Face to Face theory and practical at Brunswick campus.

Course Information

All training programs provided by Company are registered under nationally endorsed training packages. These training programs are competency based which means that training and assessment focus on the development and recognition of a person’s ability to apply relevant knowledge and skills to perform workplace tasks to a specified standard.

Training Programs

The specific skills and knowledge required for particular activities are set out in Units of Competency which can be grouped together to formulate the completion of a nationally recognised qualification.

Nationally recognised qualifications are outlined in training packages. These can be viewed at www.training.gov.au.

Training is competency-based, with skills and knowledge developed through Units of Competency. Students must complete all core units plus a selection of elective units from construction trade areas.

Core units include:

  • CPCCOM1012 – Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
  • CPCCOM1013 – Plan and organise work
  • CPCCOM1014 – Conduct workplace communication
  • CPCCOM1015 – Carry out measurements and calculations
  • CPCCOM2001 – Read and interpret plans and specifications
  • CPCCWHS2001 – Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
  • CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry (White Card)

Elective units may include foundation skills from:

  • Carpentry
  • Bricklaying
  • Concreting
  • Painting and decorating
  • Wall and floor tiling
  • Plastering
  • Roof tiling
  • Other general construction fields (depending on provider)

Electives vary by provider and are selected to support entry into specific trade pathways or apprenticeships.

CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways

The Certificate II in Construction Pathways is an entry-level qualification designed to provide students with the foundational knowledge and practical skills required to begin a career in the construction industry. It prepares learners for an apprenticeship in a chosen trade stream, such as carpentry, bricklaying, wall and floor tiling, plastering, painting and decorating, roof tiling, or other construction fields.

The course introduces students to workplace health and safety, the use of trade-specific tools and equipment, interpreting plans and specifications, effective communication, and essential construction techniques.

Occupational titles may include:

  • Construction Apprentice
  • General Construction Labourer
  • Trades Assistant

State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

Completion of the general construction induction training program, as specified in the Safe Work Australia Model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.

This qualification is suitable for an Australian apprenticeship pathway.

Assessment Methods

Observation during on-the-job or role play/simulation 

Questioning may include self-assessment, verbal answers, written questionnaires, activity modules or interviews. 

Review of Products including work samples or products 

Portfolio may include documents, products with supporting documentation, historical evidence. 

Third party 

Structured Activities may include Projects, Case studies, presentations, role play, demonstrations, and progressive tasks. 

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