Work in concreting operations on residential and commercial projects.
Course Description:
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge required to work as a qualified concreter in the residential and commercial construction industry. The course covers advanced concreting techniques, concrete placement and finishing, formwork installation, reinforcement placement, and specialized concrete applications. Students will develop expertise in reading construction plans, using concrete placement equipment and tools, mixing and testing concrete, and working with various concrete systems and finishing techniques.
Workers with this qualification have tradesperson-level skills in the placement, finishing, and curing of concrete in residential, commercial, and industrial construction projects, including slabs, footings, driveways, and decorative concrete applications.
They have core skills in tool use, measuring, concrete mixing and testing, surface preparation, interpreting plans and specifications, finishing techniques, communication, teamwork, and safe and environmentally sustainable work practices. They may have specialised skills in decorative concrete, precast concrete installation, concrete pumping, formwork assembly, or concrete repair and restoration.
Occupation Outcome:
- Concreter
- Concrete Finisher
- Concrete Placer
- Concrete Worker
- Trade Concreter
Delivery Mode:
Best Option Training delivers training online through its state-of-the-art Learning Management System and/or via RPL assessment. All training and assessment is conducted by our highly qualified trainers who are all industry experts and will fully support each student through their learning outcome.
Entry Requirements:
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
Learner Requirements:
- Possess a minimum LLN level mapped to ACSF 2
- Learners must hold a valid White Card (CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry) to be accepted into this course.
- Have access to their own computer/laptop or device fitted with a camera (this will be used to verify identity when undertaking the course online)
- Be physically fit to the level required to complete the practical tasks associated with the course.
- Have a USI or create one from https://www/usi.gov.au/your-usi/create-usi
- Access to appropriate tools, equipment and workplace
To be considered for RPL assessment, in addition to the above, 1 minimum of 3 years demonstrated work experience in a related field is required.
Course Structure:
To achieve this qualification, competency must be demonstrated in:
22 units of competency:
17 core units
5 elective units.
For the elective units:
- 3 units must be selected from Group A
- the remaining 2 elective units may be selected from Group A and/or Group B or from any currently endorsed Training Package or accredited course at Certificate III or Certificate IV level.
Prerequisite units of competency
An asterisk (*) against a unit code below indicates that there is a prerequisite requirement that must be met. Prerequisite unit(s) must be assessed before assessment of any unit of competency with an asterisk. Check the unit of competency for information on specific prerequisite requirements. All prerequisite requirements are packaged in the qualification.
Core units
CPCCWHS2001 Apply WHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry
CPCCCA3002* Carry out setting out
CPCCCA3028* Erect and dismantle formwork for footings and slabs on ground
CPCCCM2002* Carry out hand excavation
CPCCCM2006 Apply basic levelling procedures
CPCCOM1012 Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCOM1013 Plan and organise work
CPCCOM1014 Conduct workplace communication
CPCCOM1015 Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCOM2001* Read and interpret plans and specifications
CPCCON2021* Handle concreting materials and components
CPCCON2022* Select, use and maintain concreting plant, tools and equipment
CPCCON3035* Determine concrete supply requirements
CPCCON3041* Place concrete
CPCCON3042* Finish concrete
CPCCON3043* Cure concrete
CPCCSF2004* P lace and fix reinforcement materials
Elective units
Group A: Specialist elective units
CPCCON3047* Cut concrete
CPCCON3053* Slump test concrete
CPCCON3057* Core concrete
Group B: General elective units
CPCCCM2007* Use explosive power tools
CPCCCM2008* Erect and dismantle restricted height scaffolding
Assessment Requirements:
Assessment for this qualification is conducted in accordance with the training package guidelines and industry standards. Students may be assessed through a combination of the following methods:
- Practical demonstrations – showing skills in a simulated or real construction environment
- Written assessments – including short answer questions, case studies, and workbooks
- Oral questioning – to confirm knowledge and understanding
- Projects and assignments – based on realistic workplace scenarios
- Workplace observation – where applicable (e.g. if placement or site visits are used)
Assessments are designed to be:
- Competency-based – students must demonstrate that they can perform to the standard required in the workplace
- Aligned with units of competency – covering both knowledge and performance evidence as per the CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package
All assessment tasks must be:
- Completed in full
- Submitted within specified timeframes
- Conducted under the supervision of a qualified trainer/assessor
Students must demonstrate competency across all core and elective units before qualification completion can be awarded.
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