The Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) - CPC40120 equips you with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage a small residential or commercial construction project, or run your own construction business. This qualification is for people who want to upskill and take their career to the next level in the construction sector. Certificate IV in Building and Construction - CPC40120 recognises your skills as a professional in a supervisory capacity in the construction sector, whether you're a contractor, a business owner, or a site worker.

Competency standards for both technical and non-technical skills related to building are included in the qualification.

This qualification will provide you with fundamental skills that reflect a managerial or supervisory role in the building and construction industry. The completion of this certificate shows that you have both technical building skills, as well as specialised managerial skills related to occupational safety, legal and financial management. Upon completion of this certificate, you can work in a supervisory capacity on a construction site or in a small to medium-sized building business.

This certificate verifies that you have the necessary practical skills, understanding of the industry, and formal qualifications to manage a construction site. You can work as a construction manager, building project supervisor, or building estimator. You can also re-enter the workforce with this certification. This certification will provide you with the skills you'll need if you want to start your own business, or can be a pathway to further study. This certification will also get you closer to obtaining a builder's licence, depending on your state.

If you're a contractor with a years of experience, a Certificate IV in Building and Construction - CPC40120 can help you gain new skills and become a well-rounded professional in the construction industry.

The Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) - CPC40120 can help you apply for a builder’s licence in certain states.

The Certificate IV in Building & Construction recognises the skills and experience of experienced builders who have not yet completed their qualifications. We can help builders attain the subjects and qualifications needed to obtain a building contractor's licence.
This RPL program is available to Australian students with partially completed local studies, as well as to Australian builders with industry experience. Migrants can convert their overseas qualifications into Australian recognised certifications, provided they have extensive knowledge of Australian building requirements and standards.

• ID
• Resume
• Payslips/work contract/ABN if self-employed
• Samples of your work, including sketches, plans, quotations, tender documents and invoices.
• Letter of Employment
• Current employment contracts
• Letters of reference from licensed tradesmen you have worked with.
• Videos or photos of your work.
• Evidence of overseas qualifications.
• Transcripts or assessments from related previous qualifications.
• Apprenticeship papers.
• Safe work method statements 
• Contracts 
• Quotes/invoices and stock orders
• Job cards
• Drawings and schematics
• Safety manuals 
• Maintenance reports and service sheets

An industry-recognised qualification can advance you in your current career path, or can help you into a new, better one. Upon receiving your certification, you could qualify for a position as a builder or a construction manager. Advance yourself professionally with our help.

We help people across Australia to achieve a nationally-recognised qualification through our partner RTOs using the RPL process, broadening job prospects without laborious, expensive retraining.
Skills Certified wants to make it as easy and stress-free to receive the acknowledgement you deserve. In the event that you’re deemed not competent for the qualification you’re pursuing, you’ll be eligible for a 100 per cent refund of any fees paid, or free gap training by a qualified instructor to get you accredited.
Take the next step in your career with our free, 60-second skills check. Any questions? Get in touch with our national offices by calling us directly on 13 17 75, or sending a message to [email protected] or via our contact page.

• Frontier Training and Technology (RTO: 21244)
• Construction Trades College (RTO: 40250)
• ​Career Skills Australia (RTO: 45254)
• Building Trades Australia (RTO: 30979)