VET Certificate II in Construction Pathways
VET Certificate II in Construction Pathways
| 🎓Course Type | VET |
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| TASC Code | CPC20220 |
| TCE Points | 28 |
| ⏱Hours | Equivalent to a 150 TCE course |
| ✔️Standard | NA |
| 📚Prerequisites | nil |
| 📎Desirable prior experiences | An interest in building and construction. Note that the number of places and suitability for Year 10 students are determined during interviews with the VET coordinator and teacher. |
| 📝Assessment | Competency-based assessment completed through a variety of online quizzes, verbal, written and practical tasks.
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What will I learn?
This qualification provides students with the knowledge and skills that will enhance their employment prospects in the building and construction industry. Students gain a broad knowledge of using various tools and equipment related to building by undertaking a range of practical tasks and projects. The Certificate lI in Construction Pathways aims to provide students with basic industry-specific skills and knowledge to enable transition into an apprenticeship within the building and construction industries at the Certificate III level.
The full Certificate II course will earn 28 points toward the Tasmanian Certificate of Education (this may vary slightly, depending on the electives chosen).
Why should I consider this course?
Certificate II in Construction Pathways provides you with a valuable introduction to the construction industry, fundamental skills and knowledge, hands-on learning opportunities, and increased employability.
What Skills does this course provide?
The course covers the fundamental skills and knowledge required in the construction industry, including:
- workplace health and safety
- basic construction techniques
- use of tools and equipment
- hands-on learning opportunities
- industry-specific site visits
- practical exercises
What Pathway Options does this course provide?
This qualification provides a pathway to the primary trades in the construction industry, except for plumbing. Trade outcomes are predominantly achieved through an Australian Apprenticeship, and this qualification allows for the inclusion of skills suited for entry to off-site occupations, such as joinery, as well as carpentry, bricklaying and other occupations in general construction. This qualification is designed to introduce learners to the recognised trade callings in the construction industry and provide meaningful credit in a construction industry Australian Apprenticeship.
This certificate is provided through an auspice agreement with the Registered Training Organisation, AIET (RTO: 121314). View more information on the Certificate II in Construction Pathways here.
