Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship
- Carpentry
This is a Free TAFE for Priority Course. Find out about your eligibility
Lay the foundations for a career in building and construction
The building and construction industry supports our infrastructure and housing. It shapes communities and promotes economic growth. On successful completion of the Certificate II in Building and Construction (Carpentry) pre-apprenticeship, you'll have the basic skills and knowledge to work in labourer roles on construction and building sites.
The Certificate II in Building and Construction (Carpentry) pre-apprenticeship course will give you a strong foundation before starting a trade apprenticeship and help you decide if carpentry is right for you. The qualification can also help you stand out to employers and show your commitment to a career as a carpenter or builder.
You'll learn in our state-of-the-art, multi-trade workshops. You'll gain skills in using materials, tools, equipment, and techniques that form the basis of building and construction. You'll also learn to take measurements and calculations, communicate in the workplace and ensure onsite workplace safety.
If you gain an apprenticeship after successfully completing this course, you may be able to receive credit for some of the units. This may shorten the duration of your apprenticeship
This course is also suitable for those who want to learn basic carpentry and building skills for personal projects.
This course will either be offered 3 days a week for 15 weeks or 5 days a week for 10 weeks.
Please note: Students may be required to undertake an assessment of their literacy and numeracy as part of their application process.
Chisholm is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) and provides Nationally Recognised Training (NRT). This means you can be assured that our training will provide you with a qualification that is recognised and respected across Australia.
Chisholm courses are subject to minimum and maximum group numbers. Courses may be cancelled or postponed if minimum numbers are not achieved by the start date of the course. Courses may close prior to the start date if the maximum numbers are reached. In that situation, eligible applicants will be offered a place in the next available intake.