Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship

Learners completing this course will be job-ready to undertake an apprenticeship within the building and construction industry sectors. The combined skills and knowledge of the pre-apprenticeship course does not provide for a job outcome as a qualified tradesperson as this course is intended to prepare individuals for further training.

The pre-apprenticeship course consists of a core of common cross sector units of competency that provide skills and knowledge in:

* applying basic leveling procedures

* carrying out basic measurements and calculations

* communicating in the workplace

* erecting and safely using working platforms

* interpreting basic plans and drawings

* preparing and applying for work in the construction industry

* working effectively and sustainably in the construction industry

* onsite workplace safety practices. The course also includes a range of units that introduce the learner to the application of specific materials, tools and equipment Techniques used in specific trade sectors, that underpin the Certificate III qualifications in the following trade sectors:

* Bricklaying

* Carpentry

* Painting and decorating

* Wall and ceiling lining

* Wall and floor tiling

* Solid plastering

* Stonemasonry

* Joinery/shopfitting/stairbuilding.

22614VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship supersedes and is equivalent to 22338VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship.

Nominal hours range 530 to 613