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About the course
This Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship is a nationally recognised program designed to help you get job-ready for entry into a building and construction apprenticeship. Delivered on campus, it provides practical, trade-focused training and exposure to construction work practices and tools. It supports a pathway into apprenticeships and entry-level work in the building and trades sector as a Certificate II qualification in Architecture & Building. The programme focuses on applied engineering drawings, workshop skills, and technical maintenance competencies.
Career outcome
Graduates may pursue apprenticeship pathways and entry-level roles across the building and trades sector, supporting construction and site-based work. Possible directions include trainee or assistant roles aligned with carpentry and joinery-related work, basic construction labouring, and workshop or site support positions. This pre-apprenticeship also helps prepare you to apply for trade apprenticeships, building foundational employability for a Certificate II qualification in Architecture & Building.
Living Costs in Melbourne**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 15 - 20 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,583 - 2,094 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,207 - 1,596 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 7 - 9 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 240 - 318 |
Average Salary***
