Construction

If you enjoy working with your hands and creating things from scratch, a course in carpentry or cabinet making can open the door to a rewarding trade career. Through practical learning opportunities and classes taught by industry professionals, you will gain the knowledge and skills you need to work on a range of projects.

Before you can enter a construction site in the ACT, you must complete the General Construction Induction (White Card) Training and hold a White Card. Our White Card course is compliant with the national code for workers in the ACT and NSW construction industry (CPCCWHS1001 Work safely in the construction industry).

Course List

AA - these courses are available as apprenticeships, traineeships or Australian School-based Apprenticeships (ASbAs). See above for availability, or contact CIT Student Services on (02) 6207 3188 or infoline@cit.edu.au.

Delivery - FT = Full-time, PT = Part-time, ON = Online, FL = Flexible.

Short courses

Construction safety training

Meet Australian construction site legal requirements with our White Card training, or learn asbestos and silica hazard identification, compliance and safe work practices in our hands-on courses.

Fix and Maintain: DIY Skills for Homeowners

Gain practical DIY skills to fix and maintain your home with ease. Learn essential repairs, safety tips, and save money with hands-on know-how.

Safe and Sound Building Basics: Plans Made Simple

Learn to read building plans and apply safety basics for residential projects. Flexible, hands-on course for homeowners and renovators.

Careers in construction

Courses in construction can lead to careers in a variety of settings such as:

Job opportunities

• Builder’s labourer
• Cabinet maker
• Carpenter
• Construction worker
• Furniture maker

Trades course guide

CIT has given me the hands-on experience and confidence to find my place in the construction industry. Working on a real site through the Women in Construction program showed me how the skills I’m learning can make a real impact. It’s exciting to know I’ve helped build something that will serve the community for years to come.