Diploma of Building and Construction (CPC50220)
Structural principles, building codes, estimating, contract administration, contractor selection, and planning, supervising and managing residential and commercial building projects.
Who is it for? Experienced builders, site managers, foremen and Certificate IV holders ready to formalise their project-management, estimating and building-business skills with a nationally recognised diploma.
RPL in 5 Simple Steps
Free RPL Suitability Enquiry
Discuss your skills, work history and experience with our team to determine whether RPL may be suitable for you. Eligible applicants are referred to a partnered RTO for enrolment.Enrolment & RPL Kit
The partnered RTO enrols you into the qualification or units and provides the RPL assessment kit, evidence guide and submission requirements.Evidence Collection & Submission
Gather and submit evidence of your skills and experience — resumes, employment documents, licences, references, work samples and previous training records. We can assist you with organising your evidence.Assessment & Review
The RTO assessor reviews your evidence and may conduct a competency conversation, workplace verification, practical assessment or request additional information if required.Outcome
The RTO determines the assessment outcome. Where competency requirements are met, the RTO issues the qualification or Statement of Attainment.27
Units of Competency
24 core + 3 elective (CPC50220)
91%
Graduate Satisfaction
Source: NCVER Student Outcomes (industry avg)
87%
Reported Work Status Improvement
Employment outcomes vary and are not guaranteed
Qualification Description
CPC50220 — Official description from training.gov.au
This qualification reflects the role of building professionals who apply knowledge of structural principles, risk and financial management, estimating, preparing and administering building and construction contracts, selecting contractors, overseeing the work and its quality, and managing construction work in building projects including residential and commercial.
Residential construction is limited to National Construction Code Class 1 and 10 buildings to a maximum of 3 storeys. Commercial construction is limited to National Construction Code Class 2 to 9 buildings, Type C and B construction.
Occupational titles may include Builder, General Foreperson and Building Inspector. There are no formal entry requirements for this qualification.
A Higher Credential for Builders and Project Managers
The Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) builds on your trade and Certificate IV skills, formalising the structural, contractual, financial and project-management knowledge needed to plan, supervise and manage residential and commercial building projects.
Builder registration and licensing requirements vary across States and Territories, and requirements additional to this qualification may apply. FQ can provide general pathway information before referral. The partner RTO and relevant licensing authority determine formal requirements.
You May Need To Provide Evidence Such As
- Existing Certificate IV (Building and Construction) or equivalent trade and site experience
- Photos and records of supervised projects
- References from builders, project managers, head contractors
- Pay slips showing supervisor/leading hand roles
- Contract examples or invoicing records
- White card + any short-course completions (work health, contracts, NCC)
FQ helps you understand what evidence may be requested before assessment by the partner RTO.
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