CPC40120 • QUALIFICATION INFORMATION
Certificate IV in Building and Construction
For building and construction roles involving planning, supervision, structural principles, contracts and the coordination of building work. The selected elective pathway determines the qualification’s occupational focus.
Explore funded training pathways
CTPM primarily provides funded training. For this qualification, explore an eligible traineeship pathway or discuss TPEW for experienced workers, subject to the applicable program approval and intake availability. Our team will assess the funding pathway and your eligibility before confirming a place. Fee-for-service training is also available—ask for a written quote.
Recognition of your industry experience
The RPL pathway begins with a review of your work history, existing skills and supporting evidence. An assessor discusses the requirements with you and identifies whether recognition, further evidence or gap training is appropriate.
What you will study
This qualification comprises 19 units: 11 core and 8 elective units. The selection below outlines the CTPM course pathway. Your individual training plan records the units you need to complete and any credit transfer or RPL outcomes.
Codes, plans and structural principles
Read and interpret plans, apply relevant codes and consider structural requirements.
Contracts, estimating and scheduling
Contract administration, cost estimates, ordering and procurement.
Site supervision and team leadership
Site communication, quality, sustainability, team management and concreting supervision.
Core units (11)
| Unit code | Unit title |
|---|---|
| CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings |
| CPCCBC4002 | Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace |
| CPCCBC4007 | Plan building and 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 |
Selected elective units (8)
| Unit code | Unit title |
|---|---|
| BSBPMG422 | Apply project quality management techniques |
| 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 |
| CPCSUS4002 | Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings |
| CPCCBC4052 | Lead and manage teams in the building and construction industry |
| CPCCCO4001 | Supervise concreting work |
Prerequisites and assessment: Some units have prerequisite requirements. These must be met in the required sequence; your training plan will identify the applicable requirements. Select a unit code to view its information on the National Training Register. The order shown here is not a training timetable.
RPL duration
Allow approximately 3–6 months for the RPL and gap-training pathway. The actual timeframe depends on the individual plan, evidence availability, assessment and any gap training required. This estimate does not describe the apprenticeship or traineeship duration.
Entry and suitability
For this experienced-worker pathway, applicants need to be at least 21, have at least three years’ relevant trade experience including 12 months in Australia, and be currently or recently involved in the industry. Other training pathways have different entry requirements. Speak with our team to check which pathway suits you.
Evidence to prepare
Prepare your work history, relevant certificates and statements of attainment, licences where applicable, job sheets or logbooks, and examples of work you personally completed. Identify supervisors who can verify your work. Your assessor will provide a qualification-specific checklist.
How assessment works
Assessment may involve reviewing documents, a competency conversation, third-party verification and practical demonstration or observation as required. Your assessor determines whether the evidence meets the requirements of each unit. Prior experience does not guarantee recognition.
Gap training and support
Where skills or knowledge gaps are identified, a personalised training plan outlines the required learning, assessment and delivery arrangements. Discuss any language, literacy, numeracy, digital or accessibility support needs before enrolment so appropriate arrangements can be considered.
Fees and funding
Ask for a written fee and funding assessment for your selected pathway. Funding availability and individual eligibility must be confirmed before a funded place is offered. A TPPPQ project, where approved, covers its selected units and must not be confused with funding for this entire qualification.
Qualification and licensing
Successful completion of the required units leads to the qualification. Licensing and trade-recognition requirements are separate and must be checked for the occupation and jurisdiction. Completing a qualification does not automatically issue a work or contractor licence.
Next steps
Read how RPL works and compare training pathways. To discuss this qualification, call 02 8766 9811 or email admin@ctpm.edu.au. Request current delivery locations, attendance arrangements, intake information and fees before enrolling.