South Australia Trade Contractors Course Part 2 Option 4 - Online Training - Staysafe Industry Training

South Australia Trade Contractors Course Part 2 Option 4

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Full Fee: $720

Part 2 -Specified and Other General Building Work - Option 4

This course is for Plumbers, Electricians, Gasfitters, Restricted Builder, Civil and Commercial builders wanting to get your Trade Contractors Licence.

100% online, Self Paced
Course can be completed in 20 hours, but will vary based on the the learner. You will have 3 months to complete this course
24/7 Access
Nationally Recognised Training and CBS Approved

This course meets the Building Work Contractor Act 1995 and the Consumer and Business Services of South Australia

Staysafe Industry Training is approved by the Consumer and Business Services (CBS) of South Australia to deliver this course.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are the list of trades suitable for this course:

Plumbers, Electricians, Gasfitters, Civil and Commercial builders wanting to get your Trade Contractors Licence and Restricted Builders

Restricted Builder types are listed below

Bricklaying limited to 1m in height
Cabinet making
Carpentry and light steel framing
Carpentry limited to second fix
Carpentry, light steel framing, and joinery
Combustion heater installation
Concreting & steel fixing
Concrete floor paving
Concrete floors limited to suspended floors up to two storeys
Concrete path paving
Construction waterproofing
Cool rooms
Decks
Decks limited to 1m in height
Demolition
Demolition not exceeding two storeys
Demolition not exceeding one storey
Demolition non-structural
Earthworks construction
Earthworks construction limited to site preparation, excavation, & trenching
Electrical
Escalators, lifts, and moving walkways
External blinds and screens
Floor finishing
Footing construction
Formwork
Gas fitting
General repairs limited to non-structural building work
General concrete construction
Glazing excluding pool fences and balustrades
Insulation
Insulation limited to residential ceilings
Joinery
Light steel framing
Metal fabricated product installation
Painting
Painting and decorating
Paving
Pergolas, verandahs, & carports
Pergolas, verandahs, & carports limited to prefabricated
Physical termite barrier installation
Plumbing
Precast concrete unit installation
Pool fencing
PV solar panel installation
Rainwater tank installation
Rainwater tank installation limited to above ground
Rendering & texture coating
Retaining walls
Retaining walls limited to 1m in height
Air conditioning installation
Air conditioning installation limited to wall or ground-mounted split systems
Balustrades
Fixing of cladding
Fencing excluding brick, brush, and pool fencing
Fencing excluding pool fencing
Fencing
Board fixing & flushing and installation of non-structural wall frames
Board fixing & flushing limited to residential
Brick/segmental paving
Bricklaying & block laying
Roller doors, roller shutters, and segmental lift doors
Roof plumbing
Roof restoration
Roof tiling
Security doors & screens
Shade sails
Sheds & garages limited to National Construction Code Class 10
Sheds and garages limited to prefabricated National Construction Code Class 10
Sheds and garages limited to prefabricated commercial
Shower screens and bathroom fittings
Skylight or roof ventilator installation
Solid plastering
Spa pool installation
Stairs & balustrades limited to timber, metal, plastic & glass construction
Steel fixing
Stonemasonry
Stone veneer installation
Stormwater drainage limited to 90mm
Structural signs
Structural steel erection
Swimming pool construction
Swimming pool construction limited to installation of prefabricated pools
Swimming pool construction limited to installation of pumps, filtration equipment, chlorinators, heaters, and associated pipework
Telecommunications infrastructure installation
Tilt panel construction
Transportable building installation
Underpinning
Undersetting
Wall & floor tiling
Wall & floor tiling excluding wet areas
Water features
Waterproofing of wet areas and balconies
Window & door installation

Course Details

To meet the business knowledge and experience requirements to be granted a contractor licence the applicant or in the case of a body corporate, a director, must complete the following units:

BSBESB403 Plan finances for new business ventures
BSBESB402 Establish legal and risk management requirements of new business ventures.

Upon completion a statement of attainment will be issued for application purposes

To enrol, simply add the course to your cart, complete the checkout process, and you’ll be redirected to our Learning Management System to start your training.

Once someone obtains their South Australian (SA) Trade Contractor’s Licence, several career opportunities open up, including:

Self-employment as a Trade Contractor: With a license, one can start their own business and offer services directly to clients. This can include work in areas like plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, painting, and more, depending on their qualifications.
Subcontracting: Licensed contractors can work as subcontractors for larger construction companies, developers, or other contractors who need specialized trades for specific projects.
Project Management: With experience, licensed contractors can move into roles that focus on overseeing larger construction or renovation projects, managing other trades, and ensuring quality control.
Specialization and Niche Markets: A contractor’s license allows for specialization in niche fields such as renewable energy (solar installation), air conditioning, or high-end custom carpentry, which can lead to premium contracts and projects.
Work on Larger Projects: With a license, contractors can bid for and work on larger and more complex projects that require licensed professionals, expanding opportunities to commercial and industrial jobs, in addition to residential work.
Government and Council Projects: Having a contractor’s license qualifies one to bid for government projects, such as public infrastructure maintenance, school renovations, or council housing developments.
Partnerships with Real Estate and Property Developers: Licensed contractors can collaborate with property developers for ongoing work, including new builds, renovations, or maintenance contracts.
Maintenance Contracts: Opportunities also arise in establishing recurring contracts for ongoing maintenance work with businesses, property managers, or government agencies.
Mentoring and Training: Experienced contractors may take on apprentices or trainees, contributing to industry education while building a team to expand their business.

Overall, the SA Trade Contractor’s Licence opens doors to greater professional autonomy, the ability to legally expand into new areas of construction and renovation, and opportunities to scale up a business.