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Carpentry & Construction
East Geelong Campus
13/08/2025
5:30PM
Course description
Begin your path into the trades with the Certificate II in Construction Pathways at The Gordon TAFE. This course is an ideal first step for anyone aiming to secure an apprenticeship in the growing construction sector.
This packaging involves three additional electives units which is designed to allow students to gain broader exposure to various trades and expand potential career pathways.
Through The Gordon’s pre-apprenticeship pathway program, you'll gain insight into trades like carpentry, painting, and bricklaying. Emphasising hands-on, practical learning, this program gives you more than just an introduction; you’ll walk away with genuine industry experience and credits that can advance your apprenticeship journey. With demand for skilled tradespeople on the rise, now is the perfect time to acquire the skills and knowledge that will set you apart as a competitive candidate in the construction field.
Possible career outcomes
- carpentry apprenticeship
- bricklaying apprenticeship
- joinery apprenticeship
- painting and decorating apprenticeship
- cabinet making apprenticeship
Applications & attendance
Applications for this course are not currently open.
Please contact customer service on 1300 769 279 during business hours to discuss upcoming intake dates.
| Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 February East Geelong Campus |
Open: 1 Aug 2025 Close: 1 Feb 2026 |
Class Day | Full Time | Mon, Tue & Wed | 9am - 4pm |
Class times are indicative and may change before the course starts. Students may need to complete some self-paced learning and assessments outside class, varying by course and skill level, or may be required to attend classes both on campus and online.
Follow the link for more information on attendance mode definitions and offer timing.
An application doesn't guarantee a place in the course. Spaces are limited and only completed applications will be considered for an offer. Intakes can be cancelled at any time.
Entrance requirements
- Applicants must be 16 years and over at the time of course commencement.
- Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 10 or Year 11 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 2.
- Any student under the age of 17 must provide an Exemption from School form prior to undertaking the course.
- You must reside in Victoria to access Victorian Government Subsidised Fees and any incentive such as Free TAFE. Full fees apply to all non-Victorian residents.
Personal Learning Requirements
There are personal learning requirements for each qualification at The Gordon. These are essential personal capabilities and skills required to successfully complete the course and be ready to work in the industry.
Please review the requirements here and consider any challenges you may have in meeting them. When applying for your course, please let us know what support you may need.
Pre-training review
Each student must complete a pre-training review as part of their application. The outcome of your pre-training review assists our teachers and trainers to better understand your capabilities prior to training and enables you to be matched to the right program. Your literacy and numeracy skills will be evaluated and you may be required to undertake a separate assessment. Follow this link for more information about literacy and numeracy skills.
Units & assessments
| Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | CPCCWHS2001 | 20 |
| Carry out measurements and calculations | CPCCOM1015 | 20 |
| Plan and organise work | CPCCOM1013 | 20 |
| Undertake a basic construction project | CPCCVE1011 | 40 |
| Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry | CPCCOM1012 | 20 |
| Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Apply basic levelling procedures | CPCCCM2006 | 8 |
| Carry out concreting to simple forms | CPCCCO2013 | 20 |
| Handle and prepare bricklaying and blocklaying materials | CPCCBL2001 | 16 |
| Handle carpentry materials | CPCCCA2011 | 16 |
| Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | CPCWHS1001 | 6 |
| Use bricklaying and blocklaying tools and equipment | CPCCBL2002 | 30 |
| Use carpentry tools and equipment | CPCCCA2002 | 96 |
| Use painting and decorating tools and equipment | CPCCPD2012 | 80 |
Please note that the listed electives are delivered by The Gordon but you may not need to complete all of these units to successfully complete this qualification. If you have previously completed any of the units of competency relevant to this course, you may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT). Any previous relevant experience may qualify you for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Find out more about CT or RPL here.
Assessment is based on:
- Questioning
- Observations and practical demonstrations
Fees
This course is eligible for Free TAFE!
Eligible Victorian students who elect to use their Free TAFE opportunity will not incur any tuition fees. Material and resources fees still apply. Follow the link for further information and to check the eligibility criteria.
| Fees | Rate | Unit | Indicative Course Hours | Indicative Tuition | Max. Indicative Government Subsidy Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Concession Tuition | AUD $1.46 | per hour | 266 | AUD $388.00 | AUD $4,040.00 |
| Standard Tuition | AUD $7.31 | per hour | 266 | AUD $1,944.00 | AUD $4,040.00 |
| Full Fee Tuition | AUD $13.20 | per hour | 266 | AUD $3,511.00 |
| Add the costs below to your relevant tuition fee | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education Levy | AUD $39.90 | Charged at enrolment | |||
| Materials Fee | AUD $280.10 | Once | required purchase | ||
All fees and charges are correct at time of publication but may change without notice. The student tuition fees are indicative only. Additional fees may apply. Where GST is applicable to any courses or materials, the fee displayed is inclusive of the GST.
Which fee will I pay?
Your fees will be charged according to your eligibility for government funding. For more information, visit our Fees & Payments pages.
Fee help
Payment plans may be available for eligible students who need assistance to manage their fee payments.
Further study options
- CPC33020 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
- CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry
- CPC30620 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
- CPC31920 Certificate III in Joinery
- MSF30322 Certificate III in Cabinet Making and Timber Technology(Kitchens & Bathrooms)
Many Gordon courses offer pathways to higher qualifications within The Gordon and in some cases, to university degrees. Your Gordon course may provide credit points which could reduce further study time. Follow the link to find more information about pathways, or contact Customer Service.