CPC50320

Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) (CPC50320) Online

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Essential skills for Building and Construction Management

Become a successful certified construction manager by undertaking the Diploma of Building & Construction (Management). In a competitive but highly rewarding job market, top-level companies demand construction certifications from professionals to ensure their skills covering a wide range of areas are industry-relevant. This construction manager diploma will prepare you to excel in your rewarding management career, with the ability to learn a wide range of skills crucial to overseeing high-level construction projects.

The right construction manager diploma has a strong focus on developing skills in worksite coordination and management, as well as liaising with stakeholders like engineers, consultants and the relevant project professionals. This certification, the Diploma of Building & Construction (Management) is best for professionals pursuing construction management roles. Ensure you have the right skills and knowledge in place by undertaking this qualification and becoming job-ready while you study. Developing your WHS and risk management capabilities with this construction manager diploma will shape you into the capable construction manager you can be. Future-proof your career and have the opportunity to lead successful residential and commercial building projects to completion with this construction management diploma.

A Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) online at the College for Adult Learning helps you progress into Construction Foreman, Site Supervisor, Construction Manager, or Estimating Manager roles. This course is also a stepping stone toward a career as a Construction Project Manager.

Partnering with our Learning Coaches for one-on-one support, we’ll guide you through the course and provide you with the keys to your own success.

Get started today and try us out risk-free for 30 days*.

  • 100% online, self-paced study,
  • Study for how long you want, when you want,
  • Fit your study time around your lifestyle – not the other way around,
  • No need to attend scheduled classes or tutorials,
  • No strict or unreasonable deadlines to meet,
  • Payment plans that can be tailored to your budget,
  • Generous 24-month enrolment period, with free course extension and deferral options.

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  • 96% of our students surveyed said they achieved their study goal - you can too.
  • Our commitment to helping you achieve real-world results.
  • Receive two FREE short courses for furthering or achieving your goals.
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Australian Qualification Framework

TIMEFRAME

Part-Time: Approx. 16-18 months
Full-Time: Approx. 12 months

Generous 24-month enrolment period

PAYMENT OPTIONS

Flexible Plans: Starting from just $95/wk
Upfront Discount: Only $6995*

Save up to 7.0%** when you pay a $1495 upfront deposit

UNITS

Core: 8 Core Units
Elective: 7 Hand-selected Units

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Course Details

Units

Get job-ready with industry relevant units designed to help you succeed

There are 15 nationally accredited units, 8 Core and 7 Elective for the Diploma of Building and Construction Management

UNITS
CODE PROGRAM
BSBWHS513 Lead WHS risk management
BSBPMG536 Manage project risk
CPCCBC4004 Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
BSBOPS502 Manage business operational plans
CPCCBC4003 Select, prepare and administer a construction contract
CPCCBC5010 Manage construction work
BSBPMG532 Manage project quality
BSBPMG535 Manage project information and communication
BSBPMG537 Manage project procurement
CPCCBC4001 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 1 and 10 Buildings
CPCCBC4053 Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for Class 2 to 9, Type C Buildings
CPCCBC5005 Select and manage building and construction contractors
CPCCBC5007 Administer the legal obligations of a building or construction contractor
CPCCBC5002 Monitor costing systems on complex building and construction projects
CPCCBC5019 Manage building and construction business finances

Duration

Our courses are 100% online and are self-paced.

This means you can choose to study on a more intense time schedule, or just fit it around your lifestyle when you can.
The course can be completed in as little as 12 months with a full-time study load or in 16-18 months on a part-time study load, but we allow a generous 24-month standard course enrolment duration.

We provide engaging tutorials, industry-relevant assessments and work-ready learning outcomes.

  • Complete the course your way – at your own time, pace and convenience
  • You win from the start with no classes, no rush hour dash or parking hassles
  • Tutorials are easily navigated and the order can be adapted to your priorities
  • Unit quizzes serve to demonstrate knowledge obtained
  • You receive a personal learning plan and regular feedback and personal assistance from our experienced facilitators
  • Learning occurs on the job and you can apply your knowledge while you study for immediate results

Depending on your current skills and amount of experience you have, you may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning and be eligible for course acceleration.

Study pathways

Get ahead in your career with:

There are more options for career advancement available after securing a Diploma of Building and Construction Management. Many student go onto complete further study such as:

Entry and study requirements

Workplace requirements

As part of your course, it is compulsory to undertake and provide third-party evidence for some assessments in an eligible industry workplace. If you are not currently in, or have not previously been in, an eligible workplace, you must source your own host workplace and undertake work that meets the requirements for the units of this course.

You will need to complete a workplace observation report signed by an employer along with workplace evidence for multiple units in this course. For example for the unit CPCCBC5019 Manage building and construction business finances. To meet the criteria you must show evidence of managing the business finances for a building and construction business over at least six months, including at least one building and construction project.
The following criteria must be covered:

  • manage business financial systems and processes schedule,
  • monitor and process incoming and outgoing payments,
  • manage budgeting,
  • cash flow and debt recovery lodge monthly,
  • quarterly or annual statements and pay tax and workplace liabilities for the registered business conduct a business financial risk assessment.

For more information regarding workplace requirements, please speak to our friendly Learning Consultants.

Study requirements

In order to succeed in our online qualifications, our students are required to:

  • Be 18 years or older at the time of registration
  • Demonstrate the required level of competency in English language, literacy and numeracy skills

The required level of competency in English language, literacy and numeracy skills for Diploma and Certificate IV qualifications is ACSF Level 3. To ensure you have the ACSF skills necessary to commence study with us, you may be required to completed a language, literacy and numeracy test if English is not your first language and you do not hold any nationally recognised Australian qualifications.

Upon enrolment, all students will also be assessed over time by their learning coach for their language, literacy and numeracy skills. Where these levels fall below the requisite ACSF standard for the qualification, the coach will advise the student of the remedial options open to them. This may involve additional support or withdrawal of enrolment and refund of fees paid.

Please refer to the relevant CAL Policies and the Student Handbook for full details of the entry-level requirements procedure.

Technical requirements

You will need regular access to a laptop or desktop computer with the following:

  • An adequate and reliable internet connection,
  • At least the equivalent of Microsoft Office or Office for Mac, with word-processing capabilities and spreadsheets,
  • A PDF Reader installed,
  • Full permissions to install and access third-party software as required.

You will also need regular access to a laptop, desktop computer or device with an adequate camera to undertake video calls for assessments as required. Typically, we recommend using a laptop or desktop computer with the latest version of Chrome. Please check to ensure your device/s align with the system requirements for our major services:

  • Brightspace D2L – Our Learning Management System (LMS) platform
  • Zoom – Our video call platform
  • Respondus – Our quiz assessment platform
  • Vidyard – Our video embedding platform

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

Get credit for demonstrated skills and knowledge

If you have extensive experience in the industry with a high level of knowledge, competency and ability, you may be eligible for RPL.
This process may enable you to get unit credits for competencies you’ve already demonstrated so you can fast-track your qualification.

Learn more about Recognition of Prior Learning here or contact us to see what you might qualify for.

Fees and payment options

CAL Offer flexible payment plans to suit any budget

At The College for Adult Learning, we understand that not all students are in a position to pay for their studies upfront. For this reason we offer flexible weekly or monthly payment plans that can suit any lifestyle or budget.

Payment Plan Payment Amount Payment Plan Length Total Amount Paid
Discounted Upfront Fee* $1495 + $323.53/mo Upfront Deposit + 17 Months $6995
52 x Weekly Payments $140 52 Weeks $7280
26 x Fortnightly Payments $280 52 Weeks $7280
12 x Monthly Payments $606 12 Months $7272
78 x Weekly Payments $95 78 Weeks $7410
39 x Fortnightly Payments $190 78 Weeks $7410
18 x Monthly Payments $412 18 Months $7416

*Please note: The College for Adult Learning’s obligations as an RTO include taking actions to protect your fees. These protections exist to ensure that you can enrol with confidence. The principal protection which is provided to you is a pre-paid fee limit; CAL will never require you to pay more than $1,500 in advance and will never allow your advance payment balance to rise above $1,500.



**In conformance with the protections and to make our course fees more accessible to our students, you will only be required to pay $1495 at the time of registration, with a $323.53 recurring monthly payment debited for the next 17 months equalling a total fee of $6995.00 - saving you up to 7.0% off the normal payment plan fees.

FEE-HELP and VET Loans

In order to maintain the high quality training we’re so proud of, we are not affiliated with FEE-HELP schemes or VET Student Loans, and remain a Fee For Service provider. We understand the financial pressure and concerns that come with undertaking study, so we keep our prices highly competitive and offer flexible payment plans to suit all budgets and lifestyles. Don’t hesitate to contact us on 1300 907 870 to discuss a flexible plan that suits your budget

Frequently asked questions

What is the construction management diploma?

The construction management diploma is a qualification for professionals working in the building and construction industry looking to upskill into higher-level management positions such as Construction Manager, Site Manager, Senior Foreman or Construction Project Manager. The Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) (CPC50320) is a Nationally Recognised qualification in Australia and is internationally respected. This construction management course teaches crucial technical skills including managing project costs, budgets, financial plans, OHS and risk reduction strategies. Construction management professionals undertaking this course are also able to learn essential soft skills, or transferable skills in managing and leading a team, managing project communication and managing people performance. It is highly recommended to have approximately two years of industry experience before undertaking the construction management diploma.

How long does a diploma in building and construction management take?

A diploma studying building and construction management can take approximately 12 months to complete if studying full-time. The duration of your qualification is also dependent on how many hours you put in each week to study, however at CAL all students are offered a generous 24-month enrolment period to complete their construction management qualifications at their own pace.

How quickly can a Diploma of Building & Construction be completed?

That is up to you and whether you can study full-time or part-time. We typically recommend around 12 months with full-time study. At CAL, we pride ourselves on offering the flexibility that adult learners need. With no night classes or commuting, you can study at your own pace without fear of falling behind or missing content. Ensure you factor in your lifestyle and need for flexibility when researching where to study – not all providers can give you the support you need when life throws curveballs.

Can I do construction management diploma online?

Studying construction management online is possible with a diploma qualification. Studying online means no compulsory classes and the freedom to study on your terms. Studying the diploma of construction management online is ideal for working professionals who need to fit study around their busy lifestyle. At CAL, all courses are delivered 100% online so you can study the diploma in construction management at your own pace. Make your way through the units with clear tutorials, supporting content, as well as regular checkpoints to test and strengthen your learning along the way.

Are construction management jobs in demand?

The construction industry in Australia is one of the highest employing industries that account for 9% of all Australian workers. Construction management jobs are in high demand with projections estimating that 120,000 new roles will exist in the industry by 2023. The most common construction management job is a construction management role. Construction managers earn double the weekly earning amount compared to all average jobs ($3450 per week) and these job roles are estimated to grow in availability by a further 8,000 roles (Job Outlook).

What kind of education do you need to be a construction manager?

Construction managers need at least a Diploma level qualification to excel in a construction management role. A diploma in construction management will teach the relevant technical skills and know-how, as well as the leadership and management skills essential for successfully managing a project team. Industry experience is strongly recommended, with most professionals having two years of experience before undertaking the construction management diploma.

What can I do with a diploma in construction management?

The diploma in construction management is a qualification that will allow you to pursue higher management roles within the building and construction industry, such as Site Foreman, Site Manager, Construction Manager, Construction Project Manager, Risk Manager or others. By undertaking this qualification online you can continue to work in your current job role whilst upskilling with leadership and management skills to further your career.

What can I do with a Construction Management degree?

With a Diploma of Building and Construction (Management), you can be self-employed, work as part of a building and development team, or be a consultant in the building industry.

What is the difference between the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) and the Diploma of Building and Construction (Management)?

These two qualifications are related to the same building and construction industry but they are very different diploma qualifications. The difference is that a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) is a foundation level diploma focusing on the physical skills in building. The Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) is a qualification that focuses on management and leadership skills specific to the construction industry, as well as leading and managing projects. Studying a construction management diploma is the best step to take if you have been in the industry for more than 12 months and you want to take steps for your long-term career goals.

Read more about the difference between these two qualifications here.

Does a Diploma of Building and Construction cover Cert 4?

No, it does not. A Construction Diploma course is essentially the next level up from a Certificate IV. Some institutions require a Certificate IV qualification before a student can begin their Diploma course. The Certificate IV in Building and Construction covers foundation skills, and the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) focuses on the hammer-and-nails skills required for licensed builders. Typically, one or both of these qualifications are required for a builder’s license, depending on your state regulator’s requirements. The Diploma of Building and Construction (Management) (CPC50320) is designed for tradies and supervisors ready to take the next step in their career and move into Project Management roles.

Where can I work with a Diploma of Building and Construction?

With a Diploma of Building and Construction (Management), you can oversee residential and commercial building sites, depending on your state’s regulations.

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College for Adult Learning
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4.1
Based on 227 reviews
Lisa Baker
Lisa B.
07:50 28 Dec 22
I have just completed Cert IV & Diploma in Human Resources.The portal was user friendly and my queries were answered in a timely manner.Marissa was fantastic, she was very helpful throughout the duration of the course.I can highly recommend CAL for anyone looking to study.Thank you for all the support!
neha kotadiya
neha K.
01:09 12 Dec 22
This rating is purely based on my experience with Marissa L. I have had difficulties with other coach but then I found Marissa. I'll try to keep it short, however Marissa L is the best learning coach that I've encountered whilst my study with CAL.I am so grateful for all the support, encouragement and help I received from her throughout. She is a very kind and considerate towards the time and efforts students put in.She is extremely organised and very responsive. She offers many additional advices/tool to help with the process and she definitely goes out of her way to ensure students are getting what they need.I would highly recommend Marissa L to everyone who are struggling in their course at the moment or taking course with CAL. I would have given 1000 stars if possible for Marissa L!
Siobhan Sirrell
Siobhan S.
02:53 04 Dec 22
CAL was easy to deal with and made learning easy. Marissa was especially great with support and advice throughout my journey. Thank you, Marissa :)
Jessica Finch
Jessica F.
05:13 28 Nov 22
I have recently completed my Diploma with CAL. Originally I was intending to do a Double Diploma however I found the Project Management content was very outdated, however, with the new refresh of content in the last 12 months I have found CAL certainly picked up it's game. I had some great coaches - Kerri and Marissa - who really helped me. Loved the flexibility of self paced study.
Tsvakai Gama
Tsvakai G.
10:01 07 Nov 22
I recently finished a Double Diploma in Quality Auditing and Business Compliance at CAL. I had a wonderful experience, the learning material is very rich and the staff is very supportive! Their online learning portal is user friendly. I highly recommend CAL to anyone wanting to study online. My special thanks go to Marissa and Robyn for their patience and support throughout the course of my study, you are much appreciated!
Shannon Watkins
Shannon W.
21:57 01 Nov 22
After 2 years I have completed a Double Diploma of Building and Construction Management and Project Management. There are no other RTO's where you can do this and undertake work at your own pace in your own time. I have seen the online platform and case studies improve greatly over this time and highly recommend anyone who wants to study to consider CAL. Massive thanks to Nasser, Marissa and Wendy who were my coaches over this time.
Joseph Sifostratoudakis
Joseph S.
06:16 09 Oct 22
I just recently completed a Diploma of Building & Construction Management with the College for Adult Learning. I would highly recommend this course to all who want to further their knowledge and careers in this industry. The course material was relevant and practical for use in real work situations. The learning coaches were also extremely helpful and always available to assist. A big thank you to my main learning coach Marissa and also to Robyn for going above and beyond to support me. Very much appreciated.
Zack Walsh
Zack W.
00:45 05 Oct 22
Easy to navigate platform with constant updates to provide the students the most up to date and easy to use curriculum. The assessors I dealt with were knowledgeable, helpful, patient and without them, I wouldn't have gotten the pleasant experience or results I did. Special shout-out to coaching staff - Nasser and Marissa, who I leaned on quite a lot for assistance.
Colin De Vincentiis
Colin De V.
06:30 03 Oct 22
If I am completely honest, this is a review for Marissa L more than CAL.I can honestly say I wouldn't have finished my Dip. L & M without her encouragement and guidance.She is an asset to CAL.Thanks Marissa :)
Rod Oberg
Rod O.
02:43 27 Sep 22
I have just completed my Double Diploma in Project Management and Construction Management and CAL made it easy. Special shout out to Marissa and Tracey for her help and guidance to get me over the line. I strongly recommend this to anyone especially through the RPL track. The helpful admin team was always available to help and just a phone call away. Thanks CAL Team
adam monaghan
adam M.
00:47 14 Sep 22
I recently completed a double diploma in project management + construction management. The online platform was very user friendly and I was able to understand the follow the content pretty well. If I required assistance there was always motivated staff ready to assist and resolve any issues in a timely manner.Special thanks to Marrisa Litonjua and Wendy Close who assisted me greatly in further understanding the subjects and course content.CAL also offer recognition of prior learning which assisted me as I have been in the industry for 16 years and was able to gain recognition of a large amount of the course content.I would definitely train and study with CAL again in any future opportunities.
Grace McLachlan
Grace M.
01:58 13 Sep 22
I found studying through CAL practical as there were no deadlines to meet, the work was all actually what self-paced is all about. All the assessors I have completed by studies with were excellent, friendly and happy to be flexible where needed. If you are contemplating study, with the addition of work and children, CAL is your calling! Diploma now completed and I could not be happier!
Matthew Walter
Matthew W.
20:17 06 Sep 22
I completed a Dual Diploma (Leadership & Management + Business) while working full time and juggling busy family life during this crazy period in history. This was made possible by the amazing staff and CALs focus on adult education. A big shout out to Marissa Litonjua (Learning Coach) who provided the amazing support and encouragement required to navigate the challenges and opportunities of adult education.
Mark Tan
Mark T.
04:31 29 Aug 22
I just completed a Diploma of Human Resources Management (plus the Cert IV pathway package). It was a seamless process and the staff were always providing excellent support. While I had a variety of learning coaches, most of the guidance were given by Marissa L and Kerri W. They are highly experienced and provided an advanced level of coaching. Would thoroughly recommend this option.
Belinda Bannister
Belinda B.
03:17 19 Aug 22
Love the level of detail both taught and required.Great preparation for future employment.
Steven Chilton
Steven C.
01:25 15 Aug 22
I have just completed my Double Diploma in Quality Auditing and Business (Compliance) with CAL. The experience has been a positive one, the two main coaches/assessors that have supported me through are Marissa and Robyn - they are amazingly patient and helped me through the assessment workbooks. Thank you both very much! I would recommend studying with CAL as the student portal is easy to navigate and there is flexibility with choosing simulation assessment times. After a short break I will be studying with CAL again.
Reuben Archer
Reuben A.
09:45 03 Aug 22
I have been doing a double diploma for a few months now, and have found the staff to be very helpful, in both completing the assigned tasks and conducting the roleplays. The staff have great customer focus, and make you really feel good about yourself and the quality of the work you produce. Feedback is always very helpful and focused. I recently asked for guidance in attaining a plan to reach my desired job role. The information provided was extremely helpful. I now feel confident in what I need to do to get the role I desire. I was provided with a well thought out plan and provided with actions I can take that will help me not only attain my desired role, but a plan I can utilise for any work-related career in the future. I got a lot more than I expected. The 30 min career guidance session provided me confidence and a well thought out plan. Anyone looking to better their career, goals, and ambitions, I highly recommend “College for Adult Learning” 5 Stars!
Girish Kakade
Girish K.
08:15 29 Jul 22
A very detailed and systematically designed course with excellent; helpful and friendly staff members. The mentors were very helpful and they guided me thoroughly.It was quite a challenge to get Diploma in Project Management (BSB 50280) and Diploma in Construction Management (CPC 50308) while working but when you consistently work towards your goal, success is just next step away.I would definitely recommend Nasser Babaee- a good mentor and a guide; Kerry Waddell; Marissa Litonjua and Mehran Babaee- very supportive and a good guide. Without them the journey would have been very difficult.Thank you.
Elliott Gordon
Elliott G.
03:35 27 Jul 22
Jenni was so good at what she does, she was clear and informative, I really appreciated her tips and insights
Diane Psaila
Diane P.
08:31 19 Jul 22
I am very pleased I made the decision to undertake online study with CAL. The flexibility of working at my own pace, and the ease of communicating with the administration team, coaches, and assessors, have contributed to achieving my goal of completing a Diploma of Quality Auditing. Assessment roleplays were difficult to organise during the COVID-19 pandemic lockdowns, where I needed to seek friends or colleagues willing to act as participants for a zoom meeting, write the scripts for everyone to meet the required criteria, record the session, and submit it for assessment. While this was enjoyable, it was time consuming. Assessor, Robyn Smith, implemented an excellent method of assuming the role as auditee / audit team, conducting a role-play simulation via zoom, where I was assessed immediately on my performance and received constructive feedback. I was able to make bookings for upcoming role-plays, which kept me to task in maintaining a steady flow of working at my assessments. I appreciate the guidance, skills and knowledge I have gained, and thank CAL for their part in my professional journey.
Cheryl Duffy
Cheryl D.
06:29 06 Jul 22
I started a douple diploma of Business Administration & Practice Management in October 2020. I originally gave myself the full two years to complete the diplomas and have finished ahead of schedule after 20 months. I'll be honest and say it was really hard work at times as I also work full time and am juggling three children but I did it and couldn't be happier.The course content was good but I found listening to the tutorials hard work as the voices were really monotone. I ended up printing the script and reading it myself which helped.Pro's about the course:Good course contentWorked at my own paceCon's about the courses:Difficulty booked coaching sesions in a reasonable time particularly as I am in WAResponse to coach questions weas sometimes delayedThere were some typos in the script that were confusing at timesOn the whole, it has been a positive experience.Thanks CAL
Sue Patterson
Sue P.
00:56 04 May 22
Wonderful learning platform with great staff who are very experienced and offer such a huge amount of support - I have recommended CAL to my admin collegues who are keen to upskill themselves.
Corey Thomas
Corey T.
22:21 03 May 22
I recently completed a diploma in business and a diploma in management & leadership. I felt my assessor Marissa Litonjua was amazing and help me in every aspect throughout my journey. It was well structured and I was able to complete the course at a pace that worked well with my busy lifestyle.
Khanna Chem
Khanna C.
03:52 11 Apr 22
The college for Adults Learning has really helped me with my full time schedule with work and being a new mum, I love the fact that it's self-dependent learning and is flexible. I would highly recommend it for those who want to challenge themself while juggling everyday work/life balance. It's great and the coach support are all so lovely too.
Jack Morrison
Jack M.
20:51 20 Mar 22
I just completed a double diploma of business & leadership and management with CAL. Marrissa, Kerri and all of the team were so helpful throughout the entire course. If your looking to complete a diploma which works around your own schedule/lifestyle, whilst still having first class support and coaching then College for Adult Learning is the perfect choice. Thank you again CAL.
Ashley Forbes
Ashley F.
08:32 16 Mar 22
I have just completed the Dual Diploma of Business (Operations) + Leadership and Management. I would like to say a special thank you to the following CAL individuals that made this year of studying an amazing experience, thank you for your support and expertise throughout my study journey with CAL:Alec CottonKerre BurleyMarissa LitonjuaI found CAL to be highly professional, assessments were marked on time, role plays were fabulous, I can not fault CAL in anything and i would highly recommend them as a study institution.
Mazvita Mataranyika
Mazvita M.
09:22 11 Mar 22
The learning management system spark is really good. Easy to navigate! One of the best I've used in my long academic career. Well done CAL!The coaches are all lovely.I did a double diploma in practice management and business administration with CAL. I thought the assessments were overloaded with so much stuff that I know the assessors didn't even get a chance to thoroughly read everything. I think CAL can assess the same content with briefer tasks.There are lots of irrelevant activities that I had to complete as part of the journal. I do not see the point of overloading students with a bunch of activities to 'bulk up' the course. It does not add value and it's so time consuming. Personally, I found it so demoralising to get 1 question off the 90% mark required to skip the journal and then have to submit a good 20-30 pages of random activities that no one reads.For example with the manage health billing unit, there is no single tutorial video recorded for the topic of managing health billing they just took tutorials from other units. ( I know because I did some of the tutorials in my other units). My problem is that there's a whole bunch of irrelevant tutorials that you have to go through only to discover that assessments only focus on one learning document within a single tutorial. So why waste our time on the other stuff? Make it relevant or cut it out.Marking criteria and strictness across coaches (asessers) is widely varied. Some coaches e.g Robyn and Marissa are really relaxed, they are willing to accept reasonable answers, others are very strict eg Meagan Rawlings is very stringent with her marking criteria.. ie you can write someting which is true but she won't accept it because it's not on her answer sheet.When the questions have been worded very vaguely and open ended, and also the unit tutorials are mostly irrelevant, it can be very frustrating to be told to resubmit assignments over and over again for tiny details that don't add much value to your overall understanding of the key concepts.Studying with CAL is a great way to test your patience and ability to sift through a whole lot of rubbish to find the good bits. It's not all bad...
ximena Czaja
ximena C.
00:20 08 Mar 22
First the bad: I found the language used in the tasks/assessments to be a little vague and confusing. On talking with my coach, things were cleared up, but it's that initial confusion that was slightly disheartening.It was usually a 48hr wait to speak to a coach.Now the good: My coach Marissa was great at helping me work through the issues and keeping me motivated to get through the assessments, especially during the simulations. She gives clear and concise feedback.That you can do this in your own time, is really great and if you're running behind, as I did, they're open to a discussion on extensions or what can be done to help you get through the course.There is now a new format and it's much easier to use, clearer on segments and progress.Warning: the quiz's use a lockout software that are not always compatible with a work laptop (as I was using), so keep that in mind :)
Mei Shen Wong
Mei Shen W.
09:45 01 Mar 22
Finally completed my course with the help and guidance from Marissa. Couldnt thank her enough
Hannah Boland
Hannah B.
05:33 01 Mar 22
CAL has been a great institution to study with while working full-time as it is self-paced. The support from the coaches has been fantastic, and the ability to use real-work situations and RPL towards assessments cuts the workload down dramatically. The main downside to their programs is the overload of required work. Learning journals, quizzes and assessment tasks with 25+ pages of instructions are not uncommon. A special thanks to Marissa for being a wonderful coach who has kept me on track to the end! The rest of the admin staff have also been excellent - always following up issues and providing a great experience. Thanks CAL team!
Ketrina Humberdross
Ketrina H.
07:07 13 Feb 22
I did my diploma in business administration I found the course to be very informative and the support was incredibly if you want to study and your of a mature age I recommend college of adult learning
Jo Scaturchio
Jo S.
06:04 12 Jan 22
I just finished a double diploma in Practice Management & Business Administration.Yes it is a lot of work to get through , as Like most things in life . Biggest tip would just be if your not sure just put a coaching call in , as I did many of times .Meagan was absolutely brilliant in always helping me , when I needed it .Kerry was also great at helping me too .These 2 ladies made my whole online studying amazing .Thanks lovely ladies !!Highly recommend CAL
Jasmine Pacini
Jasmine P.
23:34 25 Apr 21
Friendly knowledgeable staff.Great resources.Fast response time.Convenient format.
Alex Shambho
Alex S.
12:15 30 Jan 21
Absolutely amazing start, Jason was super helpful in getting me signed up for the course. we needed to clarify some details via phone . Jason was fun to talk to and very competent in helping me out with my problems. I am looking forward to the start of the course. thank you very much
Elizabeth Flemming
Elizabeth F.
09:59 25 Jan 21
Has anyone done the Double Diploma of Business and Business administration. needing a little help full time mum . and full time worker doing 40 + hours a week. All suggestions would be helpful
Nick Larubina
Nick L.
04:35 02 Dec 20
Jason was a legend !!! So easy to deal with and I can’t wait to complete my studies and advance my career
Jennie Mcgorlick
Jennie M.
05:45 31 Oct 20
I have just completed the Double Diploma of Business and Leadership Management. The course was closely aligned with the skills I was developing in my role at my workplace. I was priviledged to have such an excellent, professional, supportive tutor in Marissa Litonjua. She was always encouraging, very helpful, approachable and accommodating. I will miss the weather updates from sunny Queensland. Thanks for being a vital part of my career aspirations. Jen
Tom Mahlook
Tom M.
12:38 21 Oct 20
Hi there. Has anyone enrolled in, or completed the Double Diploma in Logistics + Business (Procurement)?Any feedback would be appreciated. Thank you😁
Kylie Benson
Kylie B.
05:30 07 Oct 20
My experience with CAL feels like I have invested my money well. Thank you CAL
Sonia Wise
Sonia W.
03:41 09 Aug 20
I have just completed my double diploma in HR Management and Business Admin. This has been one of the best online platforms that I have used for my learning experiences. The content Is excellent and very thorough, there are various methods you can use, depending on your learning style. There is a lot of work, but is totally rewarding as you work through it. My biggest take home is if you have any issues or get stuck is to always communicate with the lecturers or even the office staff, the whole team is super supportive. I struggled a couple of times with work time pressures where it got too much, the CAL team where very supportive and assisted me through it. Kerry and Marissa where both great facilitators when working though my major assignments, and thanks them both for making it an easy process. At the end of the day CAL want you to pass and will work with you through the process. Thanks to the CAL team!!! 😎😎
Ray Millard
Ray M.
04:10 28 Jul 20
Starting my HR Diploma in March 2020, being part of CAL has been an amazing experience. The information is very rich and up-to-date. The staff and assessors are extremely helpful. Thank you CAL for helping me transition back into HR and into the workforce !
John Simunovich
John S.
08:25 24 Jun 20
CAL has been a great online learning platform. Access for a coach is simple & easy and never too hard to get hold of one.
Francisco Pina Pais
Francisco Pina P.
11:25 04 May 20
I strongly recommend the studies at CAL. My experience so far was exceptional; I learned immensely and always had the support of all team. Great people, Great teachers, Great school. The methodology and the contents are beneficial and aligned with the requirements of the work industries
Luke Long
Luke L.
06:34 03 May 20
I recently finished my double diploma of building and construction / project management through CAL. It is a great course and I learnt a lot along the way - a great experience and there is always plenty of support through the CAL team and the facebook group. Nasser was very helpful throughout the course as well!
Ashleigh Rowe
Ashleigh R.
05:04 20 Apr 20
I have just completed my double diploma in project management and leadership management. It has a lot of information and I learned so much. The price you pay in money and mentality was worth having these two diplomas now and I can’t thank CAL enough. I have always had good experiences with the coach’s, timing and content. I would recommend studying with CAL to anyone. Just chip away at it and keep motivated.
Serneste Mare
Serneste M.
06:16 30 Mar 20
In the current climate, we are all facing I have found that my coach and also the student support and administration has been VERY helpful, reassuring and timely in their communication and help. I enjoy the course and my experience from the start has been great. The effort is on me to contact and reach out and once I did this the team was on my questions immediately.
Luise Napier
Luise N.
09:28 27 Mar 20
I have studied with CAL for the past 22 months, completing a double diploma of Practice Management and Business Administration, Meagan my accessor has been a wealth of knowledge and assistance in developing my career in Practice Management. By learning the modules of the course this has allowed me to transition smoothly into my new career. I had already accepted my new role prior to completing this course, with commitment, discipline, and perseverance and an end goal the double diplomas are achievable.I strongly recommend CAL to anyone looking to further their education !!
Dau Wer Mayen Anyuon
Dau Wer Mayen A.
01:29 16 Mar 20
To convert PDF Assessment to word document
Eldrian Basson
Eldrian B.
04:55 13 Mar 20
Thank you for extending the expiring date of my current course.It is clear that the College for Adult Learning is a institute of high ethical values, where the student's education is still superior to potential monetary gain.GOOD ON YOU.I will highly recommend the College for Adult Learning to any future students, and will also make a point to promote CAL to all young people in the hospitals where I work. Dr Eldrian Basson - Clinical Epidemiologist
Gail Kerr
Gail K.
05:40 06 Jun 19
I found my whole experience with CAL to be a positive one. It's been many years since I have been in a "school" environment, so it took some discipline to get through this course. I set myself a 2 hour minimum study period each day which took a fair bit of effort and focus, as I work full-time plus have a family to look after. It was hard initially, but after a couple of weeks, I found my rhythm and it was smooth sailing after that. I also didn't put any pressure on myself-if I had a bad day at work-I didn't touch any study as I found no joy when I hit the books in that frame of mind, and that made it hard work. So, I found giving study a miss for one or two days actually beneficial, and when I did go back, I was more involved and interested in my course than before. I have nothing but praise for the support I received from the whole team at CAL - from the admin staff to the tutors. They responded quickly and the coaching calls helped me to get to the next questions/units quickly. A big thank you to each of you for the part you played in helping me achieve a long-held goal. I highly recommend CAL to anybody who is looking to take on some study. The content is laid out well and easily followed. The exercises for each topic and the assessments went a long way in ensuring that the information absorbed was drilled home.
Ben Clark
Ben C.
04:03 05 Jun 19
CAL provided a great opportunity to learn at your own pace. I would highly recommend their Diploma of Project Management if you are new to the field and looking for an opportunity to learn as you do. The Diploma greatly supported the project I was working on at the time, running me through all the steps as I implemented them.
Carl Wicken
Carl W.
10:11 20 May 19
I have just completed a double diploma with CAL. I found all of the staff there very supportive indeed and did not experience any rudeness whatsoever. Unforeseen circumstances meant that i had to request an extension , CAL were very professional in their response and understanding. Studying online is not for everyone and can be difficult if you are returning back to study after a long period. However CAL are there to support you it just takes a little bit of time to get a response from your coach, but once you are speaking with them they clarify and help you with your course work. I would recommend sourcing a study group either students from CAL or somewhere else where you can bounce ideas off each other regarding the course. This will help you as you work through the self directed learning and complete your tasks and activities in the course.Thanks to all the team at CAL who helped me through my course and got me to the end.
Robert Michael Gatt
Robert Michael G.
06:50 18 May 19
I have been impressed with CAL from the first point of contact, I totally recommend for anyone that's thinking off further their education to make the first step and contact CAL
Jason Murray
Jason M.
20:17 22 Feb 19
Just submitted my final unit for the diploma of PM, it has been quite a journey, nothing but great great support from the CAL team, will definitely looking at the next course after a short break in study. Highly recommended for anyone looking to study online. CAL are fantastic.
Belinda Rantino
Belinda R.
02:54 22 Jan 19
I really enjoy my studies at the college of Adult Learning, ( I am studying the double Diploma in Human Resources and Leadership Management)the trainers are helpful and very easy to talk to. It’s taken me a bit longer to complete than expected but I can go at my own pace and I now book regular coaching calls to keep me active in my studies. Over all, I’m really happy I choose this course and this college.
Sylvia Iskandar
Sylvia I.
22:32 20 Dec 18
I have officially finished my double diploma with CAL and I must say it was a great experience. The content was terrific and the staff/assessors were very prompt with their responses. I highly recommend if you enjoy online studying.
Noora N Belal
Noora N B.
09:26 14 Nov 18
I’m currently doing a double diploma of construction management and Project Management. All the coaches and staff at CAL have been very helpful and the studies have been great as they provide all the text books and study resources that I need to understand all processes and regulations involved in the field I am pursuing.
Timmy Eisel
Timmy E.
08:11 17 Oct 18
I recently completed the Double Diploma in Project Management | Leadership and Management. From my initial enquiry and dealings with Tristan who was super helpful, informative and supportive, through to starting the course with the help of Student engagement coach David who helped me every step of the way and checked in to see how I was getting on, The College for Adult Learning was a fantastic learning experience which exceeded my expectations. With each Unit completed the next would be unlocked straight away and marked within the times stated (generally in half the time). The feedback from the coaches was the best of all always super encouraging and supportive but also included much needed advice in areas that may require extra study or focus. Anything I was unsure of I simply booked a time that suited me for a coach to call me to discuss anything I was unsure about. I highly rate and recommend CAL and look forward to studying with them again in the near future! Thanks so much guys !!
Johnny Preston
Johnny P.
00:51 09 Oct 18
It's got the best support mechanism in place.Coach I have been using it calm her name is Meaghan.She's calm. I'm calm.
Roberto Marama
Roberto M.
05:45 05 Dec 13
It is a good thing
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Our Learning Coaches are industry veterans and supportive mentors who will help you complete your studies. Their assessment feedback is designed to reflect on-the-job and industry expectations, giving you more than just a competent result.

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This Building and Construction (Management) Diploma is recognised and respected nationally so there’s nothing left standing in your road to success.

  • The diploma course is designed in consultation with industry experts to give you the skills necessary to be a successful Construction Professional.
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Investing in yourself is the greatest investment you can make. Construction Management as a profession is evolving including a wide range of aspects within a construction business, with crucial skills in project management, resource coordination and financial management. The key to a higher paying, respected position is a recognised qualification like the Diploma of Building and Construction online.

  • Median salary of $111,264 for mid-career Construction Managers*
  • Reported starting salaries of around $87,000 for qualified new entrants into the field *
  • Working on the tools year after year is satisfying, but can take a physical and mental toll. A move into Construction Management is a smarter way to be involved in the industry you enjoy, without all the literal aches and pains

In-Demand skills for a Construction Manager

The Modern Construction Manager

This course is designed to give you the skills needed to champion the construction industry, transitioning from working on the tools to eventually running the entire process from start to finish.

With the age pension soon to be increased to 67 years of age for those born after 1st January 1957, you need to formulate a plan now on how to get off the tools and into some project management related roles.
What if you’re reading this and you’re already in a project management role? What happens if your contract isn’t renewed and you need to drop back to being on the tools to make ends meet? At the end of the day you still have to have some kind of enjoyment with your career. However for many who are still on the tools, it’s just a daily grind where your opinion and insight don’t count for anything.

Getting off the tools and into a project management related role means that you’ll become more involved in the entire construction process; you’ll have a direct say and input in what happens throughout the cycle of the project. Think about where you want to be in the next 5 or 10 years, talk to those who are in the positions which you want and start researching some further study in how to increase your chances of getting into those off the tools construction roles.

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It covered all topics. Talent management, operations, leadership and metrics. Great overview issues in work place discussion. Great output.

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It was really great to be able to complete my Diploma at my own pace and I received excellent support from my CAL coach.

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