Work Safety in Construction Skill Set
Kickstart your construction career with essential safety skills and hands-on experience in just three weeks!
This Skill Set course equips students with essential safety knowledge and hands-on experience for entry-level roles in construction, serving as a pathway to apprenticeships or further training.
This course is fee free* for residents of Western Australia.
Some eligibility conditions apply for the fee free training and other fees may apply for some courses. Please refer to the FAQs for more information.
*Please note that eligibility requirements apply to some of the fee free training.
This skill set is part of the Skills Ready program. Other skill sets can be found on our Course List (opens in a new tab) page.
Overview
Campus Northam
When Semester 1, 2026 | Semester 2, 2026
Study Mode On campus
Duration 10 Weeks
Kickstart your construction career with essential safety skills and hands-on experience in just three weeks!
This skill set will provide individuals with the skills and knowledge to become job ready for entry level roles in the construction field, such as trades assistant (TA) or general labourer, and it covers how to follow mandatory work health and safety requirements in accordance with safety legislative requirements.
This skill set is aimed at students looking for a pathway into a bricklaying apprenticeship, on-site employment, or further training in the building and construction industry.
This qualification includes a work experience component which learners must complete as part of their training and assessment. Students are required to complete 25 hours in the workplace.
This Skill Set course will cover:
- CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment
- CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
- CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project
- CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
- CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
- WP097 Pre-apprenticeship work placement coordination 2 (commenced)
It's important to think about the key attributes you are likely to need to study and work in this field. Take a look at the essential skills and knowledge and consider if you might face any challenges in meeting the course expectations and requirements to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course for you:
- Enjoy working equally indoors and outdoors
- Be able to cope outdoors with varied weather conditions (e.g., heat, rain, cold, wind)
- Be able to follow instructions and Work Health and Safety procedures
- Have sound command of spoken and written English and math skills
- Possess a good fitness level to carry out physical and manual work
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2026
Work experience forms a part of the course and will be required for successful completion. This will involve 25 hours completed over a week or alternative arrangement to suit the employer and student.
Details
Course fees
| Tuition | Resource | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all six (6) units of competence listed below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Work experience forms a part of the course and will be required for successful completion. This will involve 25 hours completed over a week or alternative arrangement to suit the employer and student.
Details
Course fees
| Tuition | Resource | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all six (6) units of competence listed below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Semester 2, 2026
Work experience forms a part of the course and will be required for successful completion. This will involve 25 hours completed over a week or alternative arrangement to suit the employer and student.
Details
Course fees
| Tuition | Resource | Total fee* | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Units and fees
To attain this skill set, you are required to successfully complete all six (6) units of competence listed below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Resource |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCCM2005 Use construction tools and equipment | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCVE1011 Undertake a basic construction project | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700