VIC Government Funded Courses

NOTE: This course is currently only available to residents of Victoria, Australia. 

If you are a building industry professional looking to boost your career by augmenting your expertise in compliance and construction methodologies, then this CPC60121 Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying (VIC only) qualification from Parker Brent could be an ideal course for you.

Geared towards individuals engaged in statutory building surveying or advisory services, the program addresses both residential and commercial structures outlined in the National Construction Code (NCC), with a particular focus on buildings up to three storeys and 2,000 square meters in floor area. Completing this qualification will give you advanced insights into the intricacies of compliance, as well as proficiency in the assessment and enforcement of regulatory standards. The curriculum explores various construction methodologies, comprising both traditional and emerging techniques, while providing a detailed understanding of materials used in the field.

You’ll gain knowledge and skills in building codes and regulations, preparing contracts and building permits, building and construction processes and building project management.

This Advanced Diploma of Building Surveying qualification requires you to attend online classrooms two evenings a week, from 5.30-9.30pm over 89 weeks (or less if you have transferred credits from a different course).

Government funding available: this course is a part by the Victorian Government’s Skills First program and eligible students can get a large portion of their fees covered by the government. Enquire now to see if you qualify.

If you possess a love of working with children in an educational setting and are considering turning this into a fulfilling career, then this CHC40221 Certificate IV in School Based Education Support qualification from Melbourne College of Further Education (MCFE) could be just the thing to get you started. This course is designed with the needs of the contemporary education industry in mind, and covers essential subjects such as classroom support, behaviour management, communication and collaboration with teachers and other professionals, planning and implementing educational support programs, and legal and ethical considerations in the field of education support.

The course also features 100 hours of practical work placement at an approved primary or secondary school which will give you the experience you need to hit the ground running in any education support role nationally.
This course is covered by the Victorian Government’s Skills First Funding Program and eligible students will be able to study this course with low fees. Please enquire to see if you qualify for government funding.

Delivery

This course is delivered over 26 Sessions, average duration is 10 months to include practical experience in a workplace. There are:

– 22 x 5-hour theory sessions (Online or On Campus)
– 3 x 6-hour practical skills classes (On Campus)
– 1 x 8 hour First aid class (On Campus)
– 2 x Assessor workplace visits and 100 hours of work placement at an approved primary or secondary school
– Recommended 15 hours of self-paced learning per week

Assessments include theory question online via our learning management system, oral questions, projects, and observations of skills.

Ready to challenge yourself and learn how to run your own construction business? The CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building), offered by Builders Academy Australia, is the course you need to take your career to the next level.

Throughout this comprehensive course, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to help you manage and supervise construction work. From tender documentation and structural principles to cost estimations and hiring of contracts, you’ll cover all the areas you need to excel in the next stage of your career.

BAA offer two streams for this program, depending on your level of experience in the industry.

Standard Stream: Part-time, two nights per week of facilitator-led classes for 62 weeks.

*Total duration is typically between 66 to 70 weeks when taking into account holidays including Christmas shutdown.

Experienced Stream: Part-time, two nights per week of facilitator-led classes for 52 weeks

*Total duration is typically between 56 to 61 weeks when taking into account holidays including Christmas shutdown.

You may require up to 8 hours per week outside of class times to complete additional learning and assessment activities, yet this will vary based on each learner.

You’ll emerge from the course knowing all the ins and outs of running a small- to medium-sized business, ready to oversee the the construction of commercial buildings and medium-rise residential projects. So why not enquire today? Your future is waiting!

Government Funding is available to eligible individuals in Victoria. Enquire now to find out more.

NOTE: This course is currently only available to residents of Victoria, Australia.

If you are working in the building industry and have an interest in advancing your career and taking on more senior roles, then this CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) qualification from Parker Brent could be just what you’re looking for.

The CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) course is aimed at people looking to gain knowledge in residential building and construction, and will teach you crucial industry skills such as how to plan building or construction work, how to apply structural principles and legal requirements to residential and commercial constructions, how to arrange building applications and approvals, how to identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects and how to use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings. By the end of the course you will be equipped with all the knowledge you need to start engaging in more senior building roles such as site supervisor or site manager.

This course is done online only, but you’ll be required to attend online classes two evenings per week.

Government funding available: this course is a part by the Victorian Government’s Skills First program and eligible students can get a large portion of their fees covered by the government. Enquire now to see if you qualify.

If you are working as a tradie or want to, this Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) from Builders Academy Australia could be your first step towards starting your own business and preparing for the builders registration. The course offers a detailed insight into the fundamental building topics that will, combined with your practical work experience allow you to progress in your building career or start your own construction business.

The course can be delivered via either physical (across Victoria) or virtual classroom environments (throughout Australia).

There are 2 separate streams for this course:

1. Standard Stream: For people with less than 3 years experience – part-time, two nights per week of facilitator-led classes for 45 weeks; OR
2. Experienced Stream: For people will 3+ years of industry experience – part-time, two nights per week of facilitator-led classes for 38 weeks.

Students may require up to 8 hours per week outside of class to complete additional learning and assessments, but this will vary depending on each learner.

Government Funding is available to eligible individuals in Victoria. Enquire now to find out more.

NOTE: This course is currently only available to residents of Victoria, Australia. 

If you’re now working in construction or as a tradesperson and would like to progress your career and get access to more senior industry roles, then this CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) qualification from Parker Brent could be the ideal course to take.

Aimed at people interested in performing supervisory or management roles in the building industry, the CPC50220 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) from Parker Brent will teach you all you need to know about how to manage contracts and tender documentation, prepare estimates and monitor costing systems, manage sustainability practices and environmental processes, apply site-surveys and set-out procedures, building project management and supervision. By the end of the course, you will have gained all the skills and knowledge required to confidently take on and manage the wide range of tasks involved in residential and commercial low-rise building and construction.

Whilst this course is online-only, you will be required to attend online classes two evenings per week.

Government funding available: this course is a part by the Victorian Government’s Skills First program and eligible students can get a large portion of their fees covered by the government. Enquire now to see if you qualify.