Diploma of Building and Construction

Yes.

This qualification is listed on training.gov.au and delivered through an authorised Registered Training Organisation (RTO).

Once successfully completed, you receive a nationally recognised qualification.

To achieve CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), you must complete:

• 27 units of competency
• 24 core units
• 3 elective units

Units must be selected in accordance with the official CPC50220 packaging rules published on training.gov.au.

This qualification is designed for experienced construction professionals.

You must have relevant industry experience if applying via Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

Yes — one core unit within CPC50220 has a prerequisite requirement.

The core unit:

CPCCBC4001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings

has a prerequisite:

CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry

This prerequisite must be satisfied before CPCCBC4001 can be awarded.

Your assessor will confirm whether you already meet this requirement through your existing qualifications, White Card, or prior experience.

The 27 core units are:

• CPCCBC4001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
• CPCCBC4003 – Select, prepare, and administer a construction contract
• CPCCBC4004 – Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
• CPCCBC5002 – Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects
• BSBWHS513 – Lead WHS risk management
• CPCCBC5005 – Select and manage building and construction contractors
• CPCCBC5013 – Manage professional technical and legal reports on building and construction projects
• CPCCBC4012 – Read and interpret plans and specifications
• CPCCBC5018 – Apply structural principles to the construction of buildings up to three storeys*
• CPCCBC4053 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C Buildings
• CPCCBC4009 – Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects
• CPCCBC4005 – Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
• CPCCBC5019 – Manage building and construction business finances
• CPCCBC4008 – Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects
• CPCCBC5010 – Manage construction work
• CPCCBC5011 – Manage environmental management practices and processes in building and construction
• CPCCBC4014 – Prepare simple building sketches and drawings
• CPCCBC5006 – Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building projects up to three storeys**
• CPCCBC5001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Type B construction
• CPCCBC5007 – Administer the legal obligations of a building and construction contractor
• CPCCBC4013 – Prepare and evaluate tender documentation
• BSBOPS504 – Manage business risk
• CPCCBC5003 – Supervise the planning of on-site building and construction work
• CPCCBC5004 – Supervise and apply quality standards to the selection of building and construction materials
• CPCCBC4010 – Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions*
• CPCCBC4018 – Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects**
• CPCCBC5009 – Identify services layout and connection methods for Type B and C constructions

(*CPCCBC4010 and CPCCBC5018 have prerequisite requirements.)

In addition to the required core units, elective units must be selected in accordance with the official CPC50220 packaging rules published on training.gov.au.

Electives are chosen from the approved unit groups listed in the qualification and must meet packaging requirements.

Elective selection is based on:

• Your industry experience
• Your intended role or licensing pathway
• State or territory regulatory requirements

Your assessor will confirm the appropriate elective units to ensure they align with qualification rules and licensing outcomes.

Start with the free 60-second skills assessment.

If you have several years of hands-on residential construction experience and have supervised or managed projects, you may be suitable for RPL.

If you’re not suitable, we’ll let you know before you commit.

Enrolment, LLN assessment and system access are free.

Once you enrol, you will:

• Complete a short Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) check
• Gain access to the OnlineRPL student portal
• View your qualification structure and evidence requirements

There is no payment required to enrol or access the system.

If you decide to proceed with the assessment process, the initial $199 payment is required to unlock the formal evidence stage.

After this payment is made, you will:

• Receive structured guidance on what evidence to provide
• Upload your work history, documents and project examples
• Work directly with your assessor
• Complete a competency conversation if required
• Receive your assessment outcome once competency has been determined

All assessments are conducted against nationally recognised competency standards.

Many experienced builders do not have perfectly organised documentation.

That’s normal.

You can use:

• Photos and videos of completed projects
• Statutory declarations
• Client references
• Work diaries
• Contracts or invoices
• Project plans

No.

RPL is an assessment process.

You must demonstrate competency against national standards.

If you do not meet the required outcomes, additional assessment will be required.

This is a self-paced assessment process.

You progress at your own speed.

Timeframes depend on:

• How quickly you upload your evidence
• The completeness and quality of your submission
• Assessor review and feedback time

There are no fixed class schedules or study timetables.

Experienced candidates who submit clear, well-organised evidence often co

This qualification is commonly used to support builder licence applications.

However, licensing requirements are set by each state authority and may include additional requirements such as:

• Experience thresholds
• Financial checks
• Insurance requirements

You must confirm licensing criteria with your state regulator.

Payment is structured across stages to align with the assessment process.

Your initial payment unlocks the evidence stage.

Remaining payments are aligned with assessment milestones.

Full pricing details are available on the pricing page.

OnlineRPL is designed specifically for experienced trades and construction professionals.

Our platform delivers one of the most cost-effective pathways to achieving your RPL qualification — without cutting corners on compliance or assessment standards.

Our process is:

• Structured
• Transparent
• Nationally recognised
• Fully compliant with training package requirements
• Built for working tradies
• Self-paced and flexible

We focus on proper assessment against national standards — not shortcuts.

You only pay when you’re ready to proceed with assessment, and pricing is structured to keep the process accessible while maintaining quality.