What qualifications do I need to get my licence in NSW?

I understand it can get pretty complicated to know which qualification and experience requirements you need to become licensed in your field of work.

Here’s a list of the common trade contractor licenses in NSW and how you can apply:

Erection of prefabricated metal-framed home additions and structures

Completion of the following subjects from the Certificate III in Plumbing:

CPCPRF3023A / CPCPRF3013A / CPCPRF3003A Fabricate and install external flashings
CPCPCM2048A / CPCPCM2028A / CPCPCM2008A Cut and join sheet metal
CPCPRF2022A / CPCPRF2012A / CPCPRF2002A Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding
CPCPCM3011A / CPCPCM3001A Flash penetrations through roofs and wallsCompletion of the following subjects from the Certificate III in Carpentry
CCCA3002A Carry out setting out
CPCCCO2013A / CPCCCO2003A Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCCA3010A Install and replace windows and doors
BSBSMB405A / BSBSMB405B Monitor and manage business operations or BSBSMB406A Manage small business finances
CPCCCM1012A / CPCCCM1002A Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
CPCCCM1013A / CPCCCM1003A Plan and organise work
CPCCCM1014A / CPCCCM1004A Conduct workplace communication
CPCCCM1015A / CPCCCM1005A Carry out measurements and calculations
CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications

Completion of the following subjects from the Certificate IV in Building and Construction

CPCCBC4008A / CPCCBC4008B Conduct on-site supervision of the building and construction projects
CPCCOHS1011A / CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industryCompletion of the following subjects from the Certificate I Construction
CPCCCM1011A / CPCCCM1001A Undertake basic estimation and costing
CPCCCM2005A or B Use construction tools and equipment

Completion of the following subjects from the Certificate II Business

BSBCUS201A or B – Deliver a service to customers

Kitchen, bathroom and laundry renovation

Certificate IV in building and Construction transcript showing

BCGBC4001A/CPCCBC4001A Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for low-rise building projects
BCGBC4002A/CPCCBC4002A Manage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplace
BCGBC4003A/CPCCBC4003A Select and prepare a construction contract
BCGBC4004A/CPCCBC4004A Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
BCGBC4005A/CPCCBC4005A Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
BCGBC4006A/CPCCBC4006A or B Select, procure and store construction materials for low-rise projects
BCGBC4007A/CPCCBC4007A Plan building or construction work
BCGBC4008A/CPCCBC4008A or B Conduct on-site supervision of the building and construction project
BCGBC4009A/CPCCBC4009A or B Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects.

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Certificate III in Carpentry; or

Certificate III in Joinery; or

Certificate III in Carpentry & Joinery; or

Certificate IV in Plumbing; or

Certificate III in Wall & Floor Tiling

Installation of security doors, grilles and equipment

See General building work, Metal Fabrication or Minor Maintenance

Joinery

Certificate III in Joinery; or

Certificate III in Carpentry & Joinery

Mechanical services

Now classed under Minor Tradework. See Minor Tradework below

Minor maintenance/cleaning

Pressure washing / graffiti removal / brick cleaning work

CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction

Plus CPCCPD3029A Remove graffiti and apply protective coatings

Repair, resurfacing or application of a protective coating to bathroom tiles, baths, etc

CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction

Non-structural repair work

CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction

Plus CPCCPD2013A Remove and replace doors and door and window components

Minor tradework

Shower screen enclosure installation

LMF10108/ MSF10113 Certificate I in Furnishing including:

LMFGG2005C Move glass sheets by hand or MSFGG2005 Apply basic glass handling; and

LMFGG2001C or MSFGG2001 Use glass and glazing sector hand and power tools; and

LMFGG3015C or MSFGG3015 Fabricate and install shower screen and wardrobe doors
Splash-backs
LMF10108 / MSF10113 Certificate I in Furnishing including:

LMFGG2005C Move glass sheets by hand

LMFGG2001C Use glass and glazing sector hand and power tools
Paving
CPC31611 Certificate III in Paving
Shower screen enclosure installation
Completion of CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction, including:

CPCCCM2004A Handle construction materials

CPCCCM1011A Undertake basic estimation and costing

PLUS

CPCCSH2003A Apply and install sealant and sealant devices

CPCCJN2001A Assemble components

LMFGG3015A / LMFGG3015B Fabricate and install shower screen and wardrobe doors
Bitumen surfacing
Completion of RII20809 / RII20813 Certificate II in Bituminous Surfacing
Ducting / Mechanical ventilation
A minimum of two years acceptable practical experience in carrying out ducting or mechanical ventilation work. Applicants will be required to undertake a Licence Skills Assessment conducted by the Building Industry Skills Centre.

Shade sails and shade systems installation

Completion of CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction, including:

CPCCCM2004A Handle construction materials

CPCCCM1011A Undertake basic estimation and costing.

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CPCCCO2013A Carry out concreting to simple forms

CPCCCM3003A Work safely around power sources, services and assets

Appliances

UEENEEP010A Disconnect-reconnect appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring

Motors

UEENEEP015A Disconnect-reconnect motors connected to low voltage installation wiring

Plumbing, draining and gasfitting

Certificate III in Plumbing for Tradesperson Certifcate

Certificate IV in Plumbing for Contractors licence

Building

Certificate IV in Building and Construction

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Diploma of Building and Construction; or

Certificate III in Carpentry; or

Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery; or

Certificate III in Bricklaying

3 thoughts on “What qualifications do I need to get my licence in NSW?”

Shane Harvey
February 4, 2018 at 7:25 am
I have my cert 3 in concreting what do i need for my license?
1. Qualify Me!
  February 15, 2018 at 12:49 am
  Hi Shane,
  If you are in NSW, it is best to contact the Office of Fair Trading for licensing inquiries. Seems like you have the correct qualification for the application (as long as it is not outdated).
Brendan williams
March 30, 2018 at 8:56 pm
How do u get ur roofing & wallcladding licence in nsw if you already have one in qld

What qualifications do I need to get my licence in NSW?

Erection of prefabricated metal-framed home additions and structures

Kitchen, bathroom and laundry renovation

Structural landscaping

Bricklaying

Carpentry

Decorating

Dry plastering

Excavating

Fencing

Flooring

General concreting

Glazing

Installation of security doors, grilles and equipment

Joinery

Mechanical services

Metal fabrication

Minor maintenance/cleaning

Minor tradework

Roof plumbing

Roof slating

Roof tiling

Stonemasonry

Underpinning/piering

Wall and floor tiling

Waterproofing

Wet plastering

Painting

Air conditioning and refrigeration

Electrical

Disconnection and reconnection of fixed electrical equipment

Plumbing, draining and gasfitting

Building

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