Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services
On Campus
Code: CPC40920
Mode of Delivery: On Campus
Intakes
Course Duration: 2 years
Commencing in: 2024
2024 Intake
| Intake Date | Campus | Attendance Days |
|---|---|---|
| 28/05/2024 | Morwell | Tuesday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 30/05/2024 | Morwell | Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 25/06/2024 | Morwell | Tuesday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 27/06/2024 | Morwell | Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 30/07/2024 | Morwell | Tuesday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 01/08/2024 | Morwell | Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 27/08/2024 | Morwell | Tuesday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 27/08/2024 | Morwell | Tuesday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 29/08/2024 | Morwell | Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 29/08/2024 | Morwell | Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 16/09/2024 | Morwell | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 23/09/2024 | Morwell | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 8:00am-4:00pm, Thursday 7:00am-4:00pm |
| 01/10/2024 | Morwell | Tuesday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 03/10/2024 | Morwell | Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 05/11/2024 | Morwell | Tuesday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 07/11/2024 | Morwell | Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 11/11/2024 | Morwell | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
| 18/11/2024 | Morwell | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm |
About this course
Are you a registered plumber?
Are you considering applying for a plumbing licence with the Victorian Building Authority (VBA)?
Are you already a licenced plumber with the VBA and you are seeking to complete a specialised or restricted class?
If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, then search no further.
Our Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services course is the qualification you need to become a specialist in your industry. Develop the advanced skills and knowledge required for a range of specialisations and/or industry licences and set your sights on a specific area of plumbing that will lead to several career pathways and certifications.
Career Opportunities
Once you’ve completed this course, you’ll be eligible to register with the Victorian Building Authority and potentially become a plumbing contractor.
Opportunities for Further Study
Skills or Knowledge gained
You'll develop the skills and knowledge required for a range of specialist plumbing services and/or industry licences. You'll also be eligible to register with the Victorian Building Authority.
Entry Requirements
Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: Yes
Mandatory entry requirements:
For the operations stream, a candidate must hold a Certificate III in Plumbing or be authorised
to undertake plumbing work by an Australian regulator/licensing body.
Completion of the general construction induction training program specified by the model
Code of Practice for Construction Work is required before entering a construction work site.
Achievement of CPCCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets
this requirement.
For students intending to undertake CPCPWT4023 Commission and Maintain Hot and Cold temperature controlled devices
This unit has Pre Requisite units that include:
CPCPCM2043 Carry Out WHS Requirements
CPCPWT3022 Install and Commission water heating systems and adjust control devices
CPCPWT4022 Commission and Maintain backflow prevention devices
Pre Requisite units:
CPCPCM2043 Carry Out WHS Requirements
CPCPWT3027 Install Backflow prevention Devices
Recommended entry Requirements:
Certificate III in Plumbing.
VBA gazette and prescribe units which enable a Plumber to obtain licensing in line with the Certificate IV in Plumbing Qualification.
Minimum Industry Requirement
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Requirements
Will this course/qualification or a constituent unit provide a pathway to an industry licence or regulated outcome: No
Qualifications and Recognition - 2024
Upon successful completion of this course you will be eligible to receive the Certificate IV in Plumbing and Services (Operations).
Work Placement - 2024
Does this course require placement?: No
Placement to be arranged by: Student
Further Information - 2024
Fees
| Fees and charges | Government subsidised concession | Government subsidised | Full-fee paying student |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt) | $952.54 | $4,762.70 | $16,055.70 |
| Materials fee* (GST exempt) | $495.00 | $495.00 | $495.00 |
| Total | $1,447.54 | $5,257.70 | $16,550.70 |
Not Applicable for this course
Sample course units
The assessment for each course varies. It may include knowledge questions, practical skills tasks, projects, research work, on the job assessment, etc. Your assessor or educator will provide specific information on the requirements for your course.
You can expect that:
- assessment methods are clear
- assessment tasks are relevant and meet the requirements of your course
- assessor or educator demonstrate fairness and lack of bias when assessing your work
- educators will provide open and honest feedback about assessment tasks.
