Is this course nationally recognised?▾
Yes. CBD College is a Registered Training Organisation (RTO 91399) and you receive a nationally recognised statement of attainment on completion.
Do I need a USI?▾
Not to book — you can leave it blank. A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required before a nationally recognised certificate can be issued; it's free to create at usi.gov.au.
About the USI →How do I book a place?▾
Use the class finder above to choose your course, location and date, then enrol and pay online to secure your spot.
Can you train my team or workplace?▾
Yes — we run group and onsite bookings. Call 1300 723 056 to arrange one.
When do I get my White Card?▾
Your CPCWHS1001 Statement of Attainment and WorkSafe Statement of Training are issued the same day you finish the course, so you can start work on site immediately. Your physical plastic White Card is then mailed to you by SafeWork NSW, which usually takes 2–4 weeks.
Does the White Card expire?▾
No — your White Card doesn't have an expiry date. However, if you leave the construction industry for more than 2 consecutive years, you'll need to complete the course again before returning to site work.
What ID do I need to bring?▾
You need 100 points of identification, and between them your documents must show a photo, your full name, date of birth, signature and current residential address. For example: passport (70) + bank statement (25) + Medicare card (25); or Australian driver's licence (40) + Medicare card (25) + phone account (25) + electricity bill (25). Documents must be original and Australian-issued (except passports). If you're using credit or savings cards or bank statements, you can count up to two and they must be from different financial institutions. Non-Australian licences are only accepted under the arrangement for people in Australia less than six weeks. Our one-minute ID checker adds it up for you and tells you exactly what to bring.
Check your 100 points of ID →Can international students and visa holders get a White Card?▾
Yes — international students, working holiday visa holders and new migrants of any visa type are welcome. If you've been in Australia less than six weeks and aren't ordinarily a resident here, SafeWork NSW's special arrangement replaces the 100-point rule: bring your passport (or an equivalent international identity document) and either a current driver's licence or a credit or savings account card. Your date of arrival is recorded on the identity form on the day. Strong spoken and written English is essential, as interpreters aren't permitted during assessment.
Do I need any prior experience or qualifications?▾
No — there are no entry requirements and the course covers everything from scratch. You do need good spoken and written English to complete the assessments.
How am I assessed?▾
Through practical tasks, written and oral questions, document review and role plays — all completed and marked in class on the day.
Do I need to bring PPE?▾
No — we provide all PPE for the practical assessment (hard hat, safety goggles, high-vis vest and earmuffs). Just wear comfortable clothing and enclosed shoes.
Is the White Card valid in other states?▾
Yes — the White Card is nationally recognised. Once issued, it's valid for construction work anywhere in Australia.
What's the cancellation policy?▾
We can't refund no-shows or change-of-mind cancellations. You can switch to another class yourself through the Student Portal's Switch function — a switching fee always applies, and it's higher within 48 hours of your class. If you missed your class entirely or arrived too late to be let in, you can reactivate your booking afterwards via the same Switch function — 50% of the course fee within 7 days of your class, 100% after that.
How switching works →
