
Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship – Carpentry
Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students
National course code: 22614VIC
The Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship is a first step to gaining an apprenticeship in the building industry as a carpenter.
The course involves both theory and practical training relating to building and construction with an emphasis on carpentry. It aims to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills to work safely within the industry.
- Croydon campus
- Wantirna campus
- Two years part-time
- Year 1: Wednesday 8am–4pm OR Wednesday 1pm–6pm (plus a one-week block in July School Holidays )OR Friday 8am–4.pm (subject to demand)
- Year 2: Wednesday 8am–4pm OR Wednesday 1pm–6pm (plus a one-week block in September School Holidays) OR Friday 8am-4pm
- Classroom/workshop based/online delivery
- Materials fee: Year 1 = $530, Year 2 = $505
- Required clothing and equipment: work boots, work pants or shorts, shirt or t-shirt (NO singlets), 1m folding ruler, tape measure, pencil case with pens, pencils and erasers, and an exercise book.
Units of competency
Unit code | Unit name | Nominal hours | Compulsory/Elective |
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VU23320 | Identify and handle carpentry tools and equipment | 100 | Elective |
CPCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | 6 | Compulsory |
CPCCWHS2001 | Apply OHS requirements, policies and procedures in the construction industry | 20 | Compulsory |
CPCCOM1014 | Conduct workplace communication | 20 | Compulsory |
CPCCOM1015 | Carry out measurements and calculations | 20 | Compulsory |
VU23327 | Install interior fixings | 40 | Elective |
CPCCCM2006 | Apply basic levelling procedures | 8 | Compulsory |
VU23321 | Perform basic setting out | 24 | Elective |
VU23313 | Interpret and apply basic plans and drawings | 25 | Compulsory |
HLTAID010 | Provide basic emergency life support | 12 | Compulsory |
Total nominal hours | 275 |
Unit code | Unit name | Nominal hours | Compulsory/Elective |
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VU23322 | Construct Basic Subfloor | 48 | Elective |
VU23323 | Construct Basic Wall Frames | 48 | Elective |
VU23326 | Install Basic Window and Door Frames | 24 | Elective |
VU23325 | Install Basic External Cladding | 24 | Elective |
VU23312 | Prepare for Work in the Building and Construction Industry | 18 | Compulsory |
VU23329 | Construct Basic Formwork for Concreting | 40 | Elective |
VU23324 | Construct a Basic Roof Frame | 40 | Elective |
VU23314 | Erect and Safely use Working Platforms | 24 | Compulsory |
VU23328 | Dismantle Basic Timber Structures | 20 | Elective |
Total nominal hours | 286 |
Outcomes
On successful completion of this program, students will:
VCE: refer to the VCAA VCE Building and Construction Program Booklet for information about VCE VET unit credits.
VCE VM: meets the requirement for the Industry Specific Skills strand and may also contribute to the Work-Related Skills Strand of VCE VM
Qualification: Be eligible for the award of 22614VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship (Carpentry).
Career opportunities include builder, cabinetmaker, joiner and carpenter.
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How to apply for VET Delivered to Secondary Students
Essentially, we’re in partnership with you and your school. You speak to your school and they coordinate your application with Swinburne. Seek out your school’s VET or careers coordinator for course recommendations and discuss your options. Then, when you’ve decided on a VDSS course that fits, your school will forward your application directly to us.
To be eligible for consideration for a VDSS program you must be currently enrolled in Year 10, 11 or 12.
You’ll receive notification from your school about the outcome of your application. Successful? More information about enrolment will follow.
If there is greater demand than course places available, you’ll be placed on a waiting list. So, take note of our key application dates to allow time for your school-endorsed application to get to us.
Please refer to Swinburne's policies and regulations for student rights and responsibilities while on campus.
Course costs
The costs associated with Swinburne VDSS programs is invoiced directly to schools. For more information on course costs, it’s best to contact your school’s VET or careers coordinator.
2026 key dates
Applications | |
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First round applications open | Monday 18 August 2025 |
First round applications close | Friday 12 September 2025 |
Schools notified | Monday 6 October 2025 |
Late applications open | Monday 13 October 2025 |
Late applications close | Friday 7 November 2025 |
Note: These dates are indicative only.
Enrolment and Orientation
Orientation for courses at Wantirna campus and Croydon campus is scheduled for Wednesday 26 November 2025.
When you’ve completed your enrolment and we’ve seen you on campus for orientation, you’ll attend Swinburne one day per week for training while continuing at your secondary school.
Courses commence Wednesday 4 February 2026.
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Contact the VET Delivered to Secondary Students team
Have questions? If you would like more information about Swinburne's Vocational Education and Training Delivered to Secondary Students, please email VETDSS@swinburne.edu.au