Construction Courses in Australia
Australia’s building and construction industry is one of the country’s most in-demand trade sectors, and it’s exactly why thousands of domestic and international students search for construction courses in Australia every year. At Austra College, our Building and Construction Courses in Australia are delivered under the nationally recognised CPC Training Package — combining real workshop and site-based training with genuine construction trade courses experience.
Whether you’re starting a trade for the first time with a Certificate III in Carpentry, Bricklaying, Painting and Decorating, Solid Plastering or Construction Waterproofing, or progressing toward the Diploma of Building and Construction, our Construction Trade courses are built to take you from classroom to career, with training delivered across our Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth campuses.
As a CRICOS-registered RTO (RTO Code: 40336 | CRICOS Code: 03187D), Austra College is approved to teach international students, and our small class sizes, industry-experienced trainers, and hands-on workshop facilities make us a practical, industry-aligned choice for building and construction trade training in Australia.
Our Construction Courses in Australia
Austra College offers a full range of building and construction trade qualifications, allowing students to specialise in the trade that suits them and progress from a Certificate III straight through to Diploma level.
Certificate III
CPC30220 – Certificate III in Carpentry
Certificate III
Certificate III
Waterproofing systems and membranes for wet areas, balconies, and below-ground structures in line with Australian standards.
Preparing surfaces and applying solid plaster and render, inside and out, on residential and commercial building sites.
Diploma
CPC50220 – Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Building codes, contracts, estimating and site management skills for learners with a construction background moving into supervision.
Certificate III
CPC31220 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
Framing, fixing and finishing wall and ceiling lining systems, including plasterboard, jointing and suspended ceilings, for residential and commercial interiors.
Certificate III
Reading plans and making timber joinery such as doors and windows using workshop machinery, then assembling, fitting and finishing it.
CPC32320 Certificate III in Stonemasonry
Certificate III
CPC32620 Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Installing and repairing metal roofing, flashings, gutters and downpipes on residential and commercial buildings.
Course duration and fees vary and are reviewed periodically — please refer to each individual course page or speak with our admissions team for current details.
CPC30220 – Certificate III in Carpentry
The Certificate III in Carpentry is the flagship trade qualification for anyone wanting to become a qualified carpenter. Students learn to set out, frame, construct, install and repair structures using timber and non-timber materials, delivered through practical workshop training and supervised site-based practice.
This course suits school leavers, career changers, and anyone wanting a nationally recognised trade outcome as a residential or commercial carpenter.
CPC30620 – Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
The Certificate III in Painting and Decorating covers surface preparation, coating selection and application, colour theory, and decorative finishing techniques for residential and commercial properties.
This qualification suits students wanting a hands-on, detail-focused trade career in the painting and decorating industry.
CPC33020 – Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
The Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying develops skills in laying brick, block and masonry work from plans and specifications, including footings, walls, and structural elements used across residential and commercial construction.
CPC31420 – Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
The Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing trains students in applying waterproofing systems and membranes to wet areas, balconies, roofs and below-ground structures, in line with Australian building standards.
CPC31020 – Certificate III in Solid Plastering
CPC50220 – Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)
The Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) is designed for learners with a construction background who are moving into site supervision, project coordination and building management. Training covers building codes and standards, contracts and legal requirements, estimating and costing, work health and safety risk management, and planning and supervising building projects.
Builder licensing varies across states and territories, and requirements in addition to this qualification may apply.
CPC31220 – Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining
CPC31920 – Certificate III in Joinery
CPC32320 – Certificate III in Stonemasonry
CPC32620 – Certificate III in Roof Plumbing
Career Outcomes After CPC Courses in Australia
Building and construction qualifications open pathways into a wide range of trade and supervisory roles, though the exact position you’re ready for depends on the level completed, your practical experience, and the sector you work in.
| Career Role | Typical Course Pathway |
|---|---|
| Carpenter (Residential / Commercial) | Certificate III in Carpentry |
| Painter and Decorator | Certificate III in Painting and Decorating |
| Bricklayer / Blocklayer | Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying |
| Waterproofing Installer | Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing |
| Solid Plasterer / Renderer | Certificate III in Solid Plastering |
| Site Supervisor / Building Coordinator | Diploma of Building and Construction + trade experience |
A qualification builds the practical and theoretical foundation employers look for, but most trade and supervisory roles are built through a combination of study and real workplace experience over time.
Why Study Construction Courses with Austra College
Practical, Hands-on workshop training
Campuses
in Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth.
Who Should Study Construction Courses in Australia?
- School leavers wanting to start a hands-on trade career
- International students seeking a practical, industry-focused qualification
- Labourers and site workers wanting to formalise their trade skills
- Career changers moving into the construction industry
- Trade-qualified workers wanting to progress into site supervision
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the difference between a Certificate III trade course and the Diploma of Building and Construction?
2. Which CPC course should I start with?
3. Do I need a White Card to study a CPC course?
4. Can international students study building and Construction courses in Australia at Austra College?
5. Can I work while studying a CPC course in Australia?
6. What jobs can I get after completing a carpentry or building trade course?
7. Does completing a CPC course guarantee a job?
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