CPC10126 Certificate I in Construction

Formal recognition for people entering the construction industry who have picked up WHS, work planning, communication and basic tool and materials skills on site.

Overview

Get recognised for the safety awareness, communication skills and hands-on experience you’ve already built around a construction site. The CPC10126 Certificate I in Construction introduces the industry’s culture, occupations and workplace expectations, covering essential work health and safety requirements, work planning, basic tool and materials use, and a hands-on basic construction project. Whether you’re new to the trades or already working alongside qualified tradespeople, ATSR’s RPL pathway helps convert that real-world experience into a nationally recognised qualification issued by a partner RTO.

Career Opportunities

General Construction Worker

Carries out entry-level site tasks such as material handling, basic tool use and general labouring duties.

Certificate II Pre-Vocational Entrant

Builds on this qualification to move into a Certificate II pre-vocational construction program.

Australian Apprenticeship Entrant

Enters a formal construction apprenticeship equipped with foundational safety, communication and tool-use skills.

Reference: training.gov.au

Benefits

Industry RecognitionGet formal recognition for the safety knowledge, tool use and site experience you've already picked up on the job.

Apprenticeship PathwayUse your Certificate I as a stepping stone into a Certificate II pre-vocational program or a formal Australian Apprenticeship.

Our Trusted Partners Offering the Qualification

No RTO partner assigned yet.

Documents & Evidence you might require

General Documents

Your identification Documents
USI Number
Detailed Resume
Work Reference Letter(s)
Payslips
Previous Qualifications (If Any)
White Card (General Construction Induction Card)

Project & Work Evidence

Records of basic estimating or costing you have prepared for materials or work tasks on site
Delivery dockets or handling records for construction materials you have worked with
Photos or logs of hand and power tools and equipment you have used on a work site
Evidence of following workplace policies, procedures and sustainable work practices on site
Daily work plans or task lists you have worked from or helped prepare
Toolbox talk records or safety induction evidence from a construction work site
White Card or WHS induction documentation confirming your safety training
Job cards or work orders for a basic construction project you have contributed to
Photos of a basic construction project you have helped set out, build or complete

Working Photos & Videos

Photos taken in a real, active workplace or worksite
You (the applicant) clearly visible working in a professional setting
Videos recorded on site showing relevant tasks being performed
Each video approximately 90-120 seconds in length

[NB: RTO might ask for more evidences based on qualification requirements]

Labor Opportunity in Australian Industry

2,000Employed

36Median Age

82%Full-Time Employment Share

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Employed, Median Age) · Jobs and Skills Australia (Full-Time Employment Share)

Industry Average Salary

$1,827Median per week

$95,004Yearly income

Ref: Jobs and Skills Australia (Median per week, Yearly income)

How It Works

Once your Student Agreement is signed and your initial payment is confirmed, your RPL journey begins — here's what to expect at each stage.

Collect Your Evidence

Using your personalised checklist, gather evidence that demonstrates your skills and experience. This may include employment records, certificates, photos, videos, or supervisor references. Your Navigator will guide you every step of the way.

Receive Your Enrolment & RPL Docs

We'll send your Enrolment Form and LLN Assessment to complete first. Following that, you'll receive your Self-Assessment Form and Third-Party Verification Form to work through carefully before moving to the next step.

Submit Your Completed Forms

Complete and sign all required forms, then return them along with your full evidence portfolio. Ensure every section is filled in, all signatures are included, and all supporting documents are attached before submitting.

Assessment and Competency Review

Your RTO Assessor will review and map your evidence against the required unit competencies. Where further clarification is needed, a competency conversation will be conducted to confirm your knowledge and skills.

Outcome Issued

Once assessed as competent across all required units, the RTO will formally issue your certificate or Statement of Attainment. Your real-world experience is now officially recognised as a nationally accredited qualification.

Disclaimer: ATSR is a facilitator of RPL. Qualifications are issued by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) upon successful assessment.

Payment & Refund

Personalised quote after your consultation

Pricing based on your individual advised pathway

RTO name and all payment options included

No payment until you've accepted your quote

Refunds available in line with our policy

Payment options

✦ 4 interest-free instalments available

Debit / Credit Card

Bank Transfer

Payment Options

Your fees are confirmed before you commit — no surprises.

After your initial consultation, you'll receive a personalised quote that includes your total fee based on your individual advised pathway, the name of the assessing RTO, and all available payment options. No payment is required until you've reviewed and accepted your quote.

Refund Policy

We're committed to your outcome — and we back that with our refund policy.

Our navigators support you through the process to help ensure your portfolio meets the RTO's requirements before it's submitted. If the RTO finds your application ineligible after portfolio submission, you may be entitled to a refund of fees paid to ATSR, in accordance with our and the RTO's refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a Certificate I in Construction through RPL without doing a full pre-apprenticeship course?−

Yes, you can gain a Certificate I in Construction through RPL, which recognises the general site skills you've already built doing construction or labouring work, matched against the qualification through a formal assessment process. You'll still work with the partner RTO, which carries out a genuine assessment of your evidence before the qualification is issued.

What evidence do I need to apply for RPL for Certificate I in Construction?+

Assessors mainly look at photos and videos taken on a real, active worksite that clearly show you carrying out relevant construction tasks. The footage needs to show you working in a professional setting so the RTO can see the tasks being performed, not just described.

Is a Certificate I in Construction earned through RPL the same as one from a pre-apprenticeship course?+

Yes, a Certificate I in Construction issued through RPL is the exact same nationally recognised qualification as one gained through a full-time pre-apprenticeship course, with identical units on the certificate. It's issued by the ASQA-registered RTO that assesses your evidence, not by ATSR, which acts as your RPL navigator through the process.

Does Certificate I in Construction help me get into an apprenticeship?+

Certificate I in Construction is generally used as a stepping stone into a Certificate II pre-vocational construction course or into an Australian Apprenticeship, alongside entry-level roles as a General Construction Worker. It's a foundational qualification rather than a trade licence, so it supports the next step rather than being an end point on its own.

Secure your status as a qualified construction industry professional today

Turn your on-site experience into a nationally recognised construction qualification.