Balance work, study, and life with flexible QBCC training
Our QBCC-approved courses are built for real tradies with real schedules. Balance your studies with work, family, and social commitments through our flexible training model. Learn at your own pace, on your own time, without compromising what matters most.
Designed to fit your lifestyle, our course helps you gain the skills and knowledge to manage projects, meet QBCC licence requirements, and take your next step in the building industry with confidence.
This qualification is required to obtain a QBCC Builder’s Licence (Low-Rise). The course includes 19 nationally recognised units of competency, delivered across five structured clusters designed for step-by-step progression with trainer support.
Stage 1
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CPCCBC4009 Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
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CPCCBC4012 Read and interpret plans and specifications
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CPCCBC4014 Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
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CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
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CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
Stage 2
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CPCCBC4002 Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace
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CPCCBC4007 Plan building or construction work
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CPCCBC4005 Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
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BSBESB407 Manage finances for new business ventures
Stage 3
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CPCCBC4021 Minimise waste on the building and construction site
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CPCCBC4018 Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects
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BSBPMG422 Apply project quality management techniques
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CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
Stage 4
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CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings
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CPCCBC4008 Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects
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CPCCBC4006 Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects
Stage 5
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*CPCCBC4010 Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions
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CPCSUS4002 Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings
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#BSBLDR414 Lead team effectiveness
Alternative General Electives
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BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures
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CPCCBC4024 Resolve business disputes
Prerequisites for CPCCBC4010: CPCCBC4053 and CPCCBC4001
#This unit may be replaced with an elective of your choice
| Delivery | You will progress through the course at your own pace by logging into your unique student profile and downloading workbooks for your assessment tasks. |
| Duration | The enrollment period spans two years, with the standard Training Plan designed to be completed over 16 months. |
| Selection Criteria | While this qualification has no formal prerequisites, Blue Dog Training recommends meeting at least one of the following criteria:
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Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) Initiative offers funding incentives for this course.
CSQ is an independent, not-for-profit, industry-funded body supporting employers, workers, apprentices, trainees and career seekers in the building and construction industry.
CSQ Higher Qualifications Building Program
Under the CSQ Higher Qualifications Building Program, CSQ will contribute $7600.00 towards the total cost of your qualification, reducing your student co-contribution fee to $500.00.
Participant Eligibility
You may be eligible for CSQ Funding if you have the right to work in Australia and are an Eligible Worker or Unemployed Eligible Worker in Queensland.
An Eligible Worker is someone substantially engaged in the Building and Construction industry for the majority of their regular working hours.
To be considered for CSQ Funding, you will need to provide the necessary documentation to support your eligibility.
Check Eligibility for CSQ Funding or call us on (07) 3331 6003.
Learn More About the Certificate IV in Building and Construction Course
Download the full course booklet to see everything included in Blue Dog Training’s CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction program. Explore course content, assessments, and how our flexible, self-paced training helps you meet QBCC licence requirements with support from experienced tradies who’ve been there.
Before you enrol in the qualification or selected units of competency, you will need to contact QBCC for specific information about the licence you require and the criteria you must meet – phone 139 333 or visit http://www.qbcc.qld.gov.au/licences
Please note, builder licensing varies across States and Territories and additional requirements may apply.
| State | Licence Issuing Body | Contact |
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| QLD | QBCC - QLD Building and Construction Commission | 139 333 |
| ACT | Environment and Planning | 02 6207 1923 |
| NSW | Office of Fair Trading | 13 32 20 |
| VIC | VBA - Victorian Building Authority | 1300 815 127 |
| WA | Builders Commission | 1300 48 90 99 |
| SA | Consumer and Business Affairs | 131 882 |
| TAS | WorkSafe Tasmania | 03 6166 4600 |
| NT | NT Building Practitioners Board | 08 8936 4082 |