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Build Your Future: Certificate II Construction Pathways Program

Ready for the career opportunity of a lifetime? Do you see yourself building great things? MBA Training is excited to offer a FREE Certificate II in Construction Pathways program for adults aged 17 and older in the ACT.

This program is designed to pave your way into one of Australia’s most in-demand industries, blending nationally-recognised training with hands-on learning and direct connections to industry professionals.

What's included?

Join us for job-ready training that equips you with essential skills and qualifications, including:

  • – White Card (required for working on construction sites in Australia)
  • – Asbestos awareness
  • – Silica awareness
  • – Mental Health First Aid
  • – Work experience on-site with a local industry employer
  • – Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided (includes safety boots, hi-vis shirts, and safety glasses)
  • – Nationally-recognised qualification: graduate with a Certificate II in Construction Pathways

Who can apply?

This program is open to individuals who meet the following criteria:

  • – Aged 17 years or older
  • – Genuinely interested in pursuing a career in construction
  • – Able to commit to a full 12-week schedule
  • – Not currently enrolled in school, college, or any Year 12 delivery programs
  • – A resident of the ACT
  • – An Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or a migrant/refugee/asylum seeker holding a temporary or bridging visa with work and/or study rights

Program details

Location: Master Builders ACT HQ, 1 Iron Knob St, Fyshwick

Start date: Term 3, 2026, commencing 21 July 2026

Cost: The program is FREE for eligible participants

Build Your Future Construction Pathways Program is funded through the 2025–27 ACT Adult Community Education (ACE) Grants Program under the National Skills Agreement’s Ensuring Access to Foundation Skills Training initiative, a joint initiative of the Commonwealth and ACT Governments.

Help build our future workforce: get involved

Offer work experience placements

We invite employment agencies and community groups to help us spread the word about this fantastic opportunity. Download flyer.

Additionally, we welcome Master Builders ACT members to offer work experience placements for program participants. By participating, you can help shape the future of the construction workforce and support new entrants in the industry.

We will work with you to determine the level of involvement that suits your capacity.

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