South Australia
CPC40120 – Certificate IV in Building and Construction

Overview
Step up from the tools into site supervision, project management, or building contracting with the CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction. This qualification equips aspiring residential builders, site foremen, and project coordinators with the technical expertise, legal knowledge, and management skills required to plan, manage, and execute low-rise building projects safely and efficiently.
The qualification relates to building and construction work involving Class 1 and 10 buildings to a maximum of two storeys and Class 2 to 9 Type C constructions.
Please note that this course is based on Australian building codes and regulations.
Licensing requirements: Some building and construction occupations require licensing or registration. Completion of this qualification does not automatically provide or guarantee eligibility for a builder, contractor or supervisor licence. Requirements vary between Australian jurisdictions.
Course At A Glance
Salford College offers this unit separately as a standalone course. A separate fee applies and is additional to the fees for CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction. Students will be advised before enrolment whether they need to complete this training and the applicable fee.
| Qualification | CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction |
| Funding option | Government-subsidised for eligible students. Conditions apply (see Funding Conditions). |
| Course structure | 19 units: 11 core and 8 elective units. |
| Delivery | Blended Learning (classroom, workshop, and supervised online learning) |
| Duration | 52 weeks including term breaks |
| Construction Induction(White Card) | Anyone carrying out construction work must complete general construction induction training. The unit CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement. |
What You Will Learn
You will gain essential supervisory knowledge, plan reading, contract administration, and building code compliance skills needed to manage residential construction projects.
Study Mode and Assessment Methods
Training is delivered through blended learning, including classroom learning , supervised online learning activities relevant to each unit.
Assessment may include written or verbal questions, projects, case studies, and other evidence required by the relevant units of competency.
Students must meet the assessment requirements for each unit to be assessed as competent. Salford College will confirm the timetable, delivery arrangements and any practical attendance requirements before enrolment.
Entry Requirements
To be eligible for a SA Government subsidised training place under General Training arrangements, a participant must:
be
- 16 years of age or older and not enrolled at school
- live or work in South Australia
- be one of the following:
- an Australian or New Zealand citizen; or
- a permanent Australian resident; or
- an eligible visa holder Eligible Visas
Prospective students seeking a subsidised training place must also complete the Skills SA Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN) process. Salford College will verify eligibility as part of the enrolment process.
Participant Eligibility Criteria apply. Visit www.skills.sa.gov.au for current eligibility information or click here.
Funding Conditions
Subsidised places are available for eligible students who are not at school. Places are limited and subsidised enrolments will close once they are filled. School students can access this course through their school. Apprentices and trainees are funded separately. Eligibility is confirmed at enrolment.
Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN)
All prospective students seeking a Skills SA subsidised training place must complete an Upfront Assessment of Need (UAN) before enrolment and creation of a training account, in accordance with applicable Skills SA requirements.
Salford College conducts the UAN in three stages:
- Suitability assessment: We discuss your goals, prior experience and whether this hospitality course is a suitable choice.
- Support needs assessment: We identify any learning or personal support you may need and plan how it will be provided.
- Literacy and numeracy assessment: We assess your reading and numeracy capabilities so any foundation skills support can be identified early.
Digital capability: As part of the suitability and support needs discussion, we will check whether you can access and use the device, internet and online learning tools required for this course. If you need help, we will discuss available support and arrangements before enrolment.
Salford College will explain the assessment process, discuss the outcome with you and confirm any support arrangements before your subsidised enrolment proceeds. Read more about Skills SA’s UAN process.
Student Requirements
There are no student requirements for this course
Fees
This course is subsidised by the Government of South Australia for eligible students. This means the Government pays part of your course fees directly to Salford College, and you pay the student fees shown below.
You can check if you may be eligible on the Skills SA website. This check is a guide only. Salford College will confirm your eligibility and your fee at enrolment.
| Fee type | Amount |
| Contribution Fee | $750 |
| Concession fee | $441 |
| Fee-for-service course fee | $9,500 |
Understanding Your Course Fees
- Full Fee: Standard course fee for students not eligible for government funding.
- Contribution Fee: Reduced fee for eligible government-funded students.
- Concession Fee: Reduced concession fee for eligible funded students with a valid concession entitlement.
Fees, withdrawals and refunds are managed under Salford College’s Fees and Refunds Policy.
Concession Eligibility
A concession fee may be available to eligible students in accordance with current Skills SA concession requirements. Students who hold any of the following concession cards at the time of enrolment may be eligible for a concession fee:
- Hold a health care card
- Hold a pensioner concession card
- Hold a pensioner concession card issued by the Department of Veterans’ Affairs
- Are a prison inmate, a detainee, on remand, held in a South Australian institution in connection with the commission of an offence, or a child in a South Australian detention centre older than 16 years.
Please note: Proof of eligibility for concession must be demonstrated at the time of enrolment. If you are unsure of your eligibility, contact Centrelink before your enrolment.
This training is funded through the Government of South Australia and delivered by Salford College (RTO Code: 40298)
Upon successful completion of all units, students will be awarded the CPC40120 – Certificate IV in Building and Construction – a nationally recognised qualification as listed on training.gov.au.
Fee-Free eligibility may apply—please complete the Training Account Consent Form and check your status on the Skills SA portal.
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Pathways
This qualification enables the student to seek employment in the following job roles:
- Builder
- Construction Supervisor
- Site Manager
- Site Supervisor
- Leading Hand
Recognition of Prior Learning/Credit Transfer
Students may be eligible for Credit Transfer (CT) or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) based on previous formal training, qualifications, skills and/or relevant industry experience. Contact Salford College for information about the application and assessment process.
Certification
Students who successfully complete all requirements of CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building and Construction will be issued the nationally recognised qualification in accordance with Salford College’s certification requirements.
Course Structure
There are 19 units in this qualification out of which 11 are core and 8 are elective units. The Salford College Industry Advisory Panel has recommended the elective units which are most suitable for the workplace.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Core/Elective |
|---|---|---|
| CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings | Core |
| CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings | Core |
| CPCCBC4010* | Apply structural principles to residential and commercial constructions | Core |
| CPCCBC4002 | Manage work health and safety in the building and construction workplace | Core |
| CPCCBC4007 | Plan building and construction work | Core |
| CPCCBC4008 | Supervise site communication and administration processes for building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC4009 | Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC4012 | Read and interpret plans and specifications | Core |
| CPCCBC4014 | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | Core |
| CPCCBC4018 | Apply site surveys and set-out procedures to building and construction projects | Core |
| CPCCBC4021 | Minimise waste on the building and construction site | Core |
| BSBPMG422 | Apply project quality management techniques | Elective |
| CPCCBC4003 | Select, prepare and administer a construction contract | Elective |
| CPCCBC4004 | Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects | Elective |
| CPCCBC4005 | Produce labour and material schedules for ordering | Elective |
| CPCCBC4006 | Select, procure and store construction materials for building and construction projects | Elective |
| CPCSUS4002 | Use building science principles to construct energy efficient buildings | Elective |
| BSBESB401 | Research and develop business plans | Elective |
| CPCCBC4024 | Resolve business disputes | Elective |
| Pre-requisite Unit for CPCCBC4010* | ||
| CPCCBC4053 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9 Type C buildings | |
| CPCCBC4001 | Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 buildings |












