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Certificate II in Prefabricated Concrete Element Installation
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CPC20822
Your expertise in the precise installation and finishing of prefabricated concrete elements is a vital part of modern structural construction. We are currently working to establish partnerships with Registered Training Organisations to provide a recognition pathway for your specialist skills. Register your interest to stay informed as we develop this pathway for experienced installers.
About This Qualification
This is a qualification for installers of prefabricated concrete elements. It includes knowledge of compliance and safety requirements. This work must be undertaken alongside licensed crane and/or rigging operators. Installation processes and procedures are determined by an Erection Engineer. Occupational titles include: installergroutercaulkerpatcher. This qualification has core unit of competency requirements that cover common skills for the construction industry, as well as a specialist field of work in prefabricated concrete element installation. The construction industry strongly affirms that training and assessment leading to recognition of skills must be undertaken in an actual workplace or a simulated workplace using realistic conditions, materials, activities, responsibilities, procedures, safety requirements and environmental considerations. Licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements may apply in some states and territories. For further information, check with the relevant regulatory authority. Completion of the general construction induction training program, specified in the Safe Work Australia model Code of Practice: Construction Work, is required by anyone carrying out construction work. Achievement of CPCWHS1001 Prepare to work safely in the construction industry meets this requirement.
Qualification Code
CPC20822
Training Package
CPC — Construction, Plumbing and Services Training Package
AQF Level
Certificate II
Total Units
16 (11 core + 5 elective)
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
National Register
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Important: RPL It Australia is a student support service. All assessment and qualification issuance is conducted by our partner Registered Training Organisations (RTOs). RPL It does not deliver training, conduct assessments, or issue qualifications.
Career Outcomes
According to training.gov.au, this qualification supports the following roles:
| Role | Responsibilities |
|---|---|
| Prefabricated Concrete Installer | Utilising plant and specialised tools to install structural concrete elements on commercial and residential sites. |
| Grouter | Applying high-strength grouting materials to secure load-bearing connections between prefabricated sections. |
| Caulker | Sealing horizontal and vertical joints between elements to ensure weatherproofing and structural compliance. |
| Patcher | Repairing and remediating concrete components to meet architectural and engineering finish standards. |
Licensing
STATE SPECIFIC⚠️ Important
While this qualification confirms your technical competency in installation, most states require additional high-risk work (HRW) licences for rigging or crane operations performed alongside these tasks. Holding this qualification does not automatically grant a building or trade licence.
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Could RPL Be Right for You?
Experience can be evidence.
RPL is the process that helps you demonstrate it.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is a formal assessment process that evaluates the skills, knowledge, and experience you've gained through your career to determine whether you meet the requirements of a nationally recognised qualification. It isn't a shortcut — it applies the same assessment standards as any other pathway.
RPL typically involves:
A review of your work experience against the qualification requirements
Compilation of an evidence portfolio demonstrating your competency
Assessment by a qualified assessor from a Registered Training Organisation
If gaps are identified, targeted training to build on your existing expertise
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What Kind of Experience Counts?
If RPL becomes available for this qualification, the types of experience and evidence that would typically be relevant include:
Work History & Roles
- ✓Detailed resume outlining years of experience in concrete installation
- ✓Position descriptions for roles as an installer, grouter, or patcher
- ✓Employment contracts or letters of reference from site supervisors
Installation & Bracing
- ✓Photos or videos showing the bracing and propping of concrete elements
- ✓Records of removing temporary supports according to engineer specifications
- ✓Site logs documenting the installation of load-bearing connections
Finishing & Remediation
- ✓Evidence of grouting techniques for vertical and horizontal joints
- ✓Work samples or photos of caulking and patching concrete components
- ✓Materials lists for specific grouts, caulks, and patching compounds used
Plans & Specifications
- ✓Annotated site plans or erection engineer specifications you have followed
- ✓Records of basic levelling procedures and site measurements
- ✓Documentation of calculations performed for material quantities
Safety & Compliance
- ✓Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS) for working at heights
- ✓Records of crystalline silica safety protocols and PPE usage
- ✓Current General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
This is general guidance based on training.gov.au. Specific requirements will be confirmed by the delivering RTO's assessor when RPL becomes available.
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