Nationally Recognised Training • RTO 91826
Owner Builder Course Canberra, ACT
Mandatory training for ACT owner builders. Complete the WorkSafe ACT-approved Owner Builder Course online and gain the certification required to apply for your ACT owner builder licence.
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Course Overview
What You'll Learn
The Owner Builder Course (ACT) provides essential training for individuals who want to manage their own residential building or renovation project as an owner builder. The course covers the legal responsibilities of owner builders, key work health and safety requirements, and practical project management skills needed to oversee a residential construction project in the Australian Capital Territory.
Duration
Self Paced
Take your time.
Delivery
100% Online
Simple & Straight forward
Certificate
After Successful Completion
Nationally Recognised
Statement of Attainment
Who Needs This Training?
Renovating Homeowners
Undertaking extensions, alterations or major works
First-Time Owner Builders
Applying for an ACT owner builder licence
ACT Property Owners
Planning to manage their own residential build or renovation
Project Managers (Non-Licensed)
Overseeing contractors and site compliance
ACT Requirement
This course is mandatory for individuals applying for an Owner Builder licence in the ACT. It must be completed before submitting your application and within five years of applying for your permit.
To work on a construction site as an owner builder, you may also need additional safety training such as a White Card (CPCWHS1001), along with Asbestos Awareness and Silica Awareness training to ensure you meet workplace safety requirements.
Learning Outcomes
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Assessment
Assessment Information
Format
Online knowledge-based assessment
Language
English (LLN support available)
Retakes
Included if required
Results
Certificate issued upon successful completion
Prerequisites
USI Required
Course Details
What's Included
Certification
Upon successful completion, you’ll receive a WorkSafe ACT–approved Owner Builder Course certificate, which can be used to support your application for an ACT owner builder licence.
Your certificate is issued digitally after successful course completion.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is the Owner Builder Course mandatory in the ACT?
Yes. Completing an approved Owner Builder Course is mandatory before applying for an ACT Owner Builder Licence. The training ensures you understand your legal responsibilities, safety obligations, and the requirements involved in managing a residential building project.
How long is the course and what format is it?
The Owner Builder Course is delivered fully online, allowing you to complete the training at your own pace. Most learners complete the course in a few hours depending on their experience and familiarity with construction and building regulations.
When will I receive my certificate?
Once you successfully complete the course and assessment, you will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate can then be used as part of your Owner Builder Licence application in the ACT.
Do I need any prior qualifications or experience?
No prior qualifications or construction experience are required. The course is designed for property owners who want to manage their own residential building or renovation project and need to understand their legal and safety responsibilities.
What if I fail the assessment?
How long is the certification valid?
The Owner Builder Course certificate does not expire, however it must be completed within five years before applying for an ACT Owner Builder Permit.
Once you receive your Owner Builder Permit, it applies only to the specific building project and property listed in the permit. The permit remains valid for the duration of that construction project but cannot be reused for future builds.
If you want to act as an owner builder on another project in the future, you will need to apply for a new permit.
