CPC20220

Certificate II in Construction Pathways

Kick-start your career in the construction industry with this entry-level course. You will develop the foundation skills you need to gain employment, secure an apprenticeship, or undertake further trade training.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Gold Coast

WAYS TO STUDY TAFE at School

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 14 Jul 2026 Duration: 3 terms View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

TAFE at School Subsidised Fee

TAFE at School Full Fee

$5,230

Course overview

Kick-start your career in the construction industry with this entry-level course. You will gain basic knowledge of a variety of trades and the operational skills required to work on a construction site. The building and construction industry is predicted to grow moderately over the next five years. Job prospects are particularly strong for construction workers and labourers.

This course covers core units of competency required in most Certificate III building and construction qualifications, such as measurements and calculations, using hand and power tools and workplace health and safety. Elective units may be chosen from a range of streams including brick and block laying, carpentry, wall and floor tiling and painting.

Our teachers have worked in their trade and maintain close industry ties, ensuring they deliver hands-on training that reflects current industry practice. Our large-scale training spaces are set up to replicate commercial and residential settings, delivering a "real-world" training experience.

This foundation course provides a pathway to a number of the primary trades in the construction industry, with the exception of plumbing. You will develop the foundation skills you need to gain employment, secure an apprenticeship, or undertake further trade training.

What can I do?

Trades Assistant
Apprenticeship Pathway

Course outcome:

CPC20220 Certificate II in Construction Pathways

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 5 elective units from the list below.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CPCCOM1012

Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry

UNIT CODE :
CPCCOM1012

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry.
UNIT NAME
Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry

UNIT CODE
CPCCOM1013

Plan and organise work

UNIT CODE :
CPCCOM1013

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to plan and organise basic work tasks on a construction site.
UNIT NAME
Plan and organise work

UNIT CODE
CPCCOM1015

Carry out measurements and calculations

UNIT CODE :
CPCCOM1015

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to undertake basic measurements and calculations to determine task and material requirements in a construction work environment.
UNIT NAME
Carry out measurements and calculations

UNIT CODE
CPCCVE1011

Undertake a basic construction project

UNIT CODE :
CPCCVE1011

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to undertake a basic construction project using basic tools, equipment and materials.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Undertake a basic construction project

UNIT CODE
CPCCWHS2001

Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

UNIT CODE :
CPCCWHS2001

Unit description :
This unit specifies the outcomes required to carry out work health and safety (WHS) requirements through safe work practices in all on- or off-site construction workplaces.
UNIT NAME
Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

UNIT CODE
CPCCBL2002

Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment

UNIT CODE :
CPCCBL2002

Unit description :
This unit specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely and effectively use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment. It includes understanding the functional features and applying the operational requirements of tools and equipment.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment

UNIT CODE
CPCCCA2002

Use carpentry tools and equipment

UNIT CODE :
CPCCCA2002

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to select and safely use and maintain carpentry tools and equipment, meeting all relevant requirements of national construction codes, Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Use carpentry tools and equipment

UNIT CODE
CPCCCA2011

Handle carpentry materials

UNIT CODE :
CPCCCA2011

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely manually handle and store carpentry materials, meeting all relevant requirements of work health and safety (WHS) and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Handle carpentry materials

UNIT CODE
CPCCCM1011

Undertake basic estimation and costing

UNIT CODE :
CPCCCM1011

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to prepare a basic estimate of material, labour and costs for a construction project.
UNIT NAME
Undertake basic estimation and costing

UNIT CODE
CPCCCM2004

Handle construction materials

UNIT CODE :
CPCCCM2004

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely handle and store commonly used construction materials manually or in preparation for mechanical handling.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Handle construction materials

UNIT CODE
CPCCCM2006

Apply basic levelling procedures

UNIT CODE :
CPCCCM2006

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to carry out levelling in a single plane for the purpose of establishing correct and accurate set-out of building components. It includes the set-up, testing and use of levelling devices, and establishing and transferring heights using a range of levelling equipment. The unit supports workers in the construction industry who use a variety of common methods and equipment when working with others and as a member of a team. It applies to levelling work on residential and commercial work sites.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001 , CPCCWHS2001 , CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Apply basic levelling procedures

UNIT CODE
CPCCCO2013

Carry out concreting to simple forms

UNIT CODE :
CPCCCO2013

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to safely install formwork, reinforcement and place and finish concrete for the construction of minor slabs, pathways and other minor works to a specified design finish, meeting all relevant requirements of the National Construction Code (NCC), Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Carry out concreting to simple forms

UNIT CODE
CPCCJN2001

Assemble components

UNIT CODE :
CPCCJN2001

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to assemble manufactured components to form a completed constructed unit, meeting all relevant requirements of Australian Standards, work health and safety (WHS), and Commonwealth and state or territory legislation.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Assemble components

UNIT CODE
CPCCPD2012

Use painting and decorating tools and equipment

UNIT CODE :
CPCCPD2012

Unit description :
This unit of competency specifies the skills and knowledge required to select, use, store and maintain a range of commonly used painting and decorating tools and equipment.

Pre-requisite unit :
CPCCWHS2001
UNIT NAME
Use painting and decorating tools and equipment

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

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On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Ashmore	On Campus	14 Jul 2026	3 terms	Cabinetmaking Focus: Part time 1 day per week Tuesday	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,230 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
Ashmore On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 terms The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Cabinetmaking Focus: Part time 1 day per week Tuesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,230 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Ashmore	On Campus	15 Jul 2026	3 terms	Construction Focus: Part time 1 day per week Wednesday	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,230 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
Ashmore On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 15 Jul 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 terms The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Construction Focus: Part time 1 day per week Wednesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,230 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Ashmore	On Campus	17 Jul 2026	3 terms	Construction Focus: Part time 1 day per week Friday	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,230 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
Ashmore On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 17 Jul 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 terms The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Construction Focus: Part time 1 day per week Friday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,230 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Ashmore	On Campus	27 Jan 2027	3 terms	Construction Focus: Part time 1 day per week	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $0 A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,230 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
Ashmore On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 27 Jan 2027 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 3 terms The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Construction Focus: Part time 1 day per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,230 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

Choosing to study a TAFE at School course is a great way to get a vocational qualification while you’re still in high school. You also gain valuable credits towards your QCE, an apprenticeship, a diploma or university.
TAFE at School gives you a taste of what higher education is all about, makes you work-ready, and helps you build practical skills in an adult-learning environment. Successful completion of a TAFE at School qualification gives you direct entry into any of our diploma courses. Learn more

You must be a Year 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school, in some instances Year 10 students may be considered. In addition, the duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.

Course placements are subject to availability.

QCE points: 4 Points

Information is current at time of publishing, to confirm the QCE points for your course please speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor, or visit the Queensland Curriculum & Assessment Authority (QCAA) website.

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Certificate II in Construction Pathways (CPC20220)

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Certificate II in Construction Pathways

COURSE CODE: CPC20220

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How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

Skills check

You will be invited to complete a Skills Check following your application submission, before enrolling to your studies. This helps you to decide if your course is right for you and allows us to understand your current abilities in English, Maths, as well as using Digital technology.

The recommended benchmark levels for this course are 2 in English, 2 in Maths and 2 in Digital Technology.

Access and instructions on how to complete the Skills Check will be emailed to you once you have submitted your application.

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Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

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Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Certificate II in Construction Pathways

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Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Certificate III in Carpentry

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Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

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