Short construction courses in the Hunter Valley

Build practical skills with flexible short construction courses designed for people working across the building and construction industry. Based in the Hunter Valley, Back to Basics Business Training delivers these courses online to students nationwide, making it easier to upskill, stay current and continue your professional development wherever you are in Australia.

Available short courses

Stay compliant and up-to-date with our CPD programs. These individual micro-credentials focus on high-impact technical skills and are delivered via flexible distance learning.

SCB2 – Prepare & Evaluate the Tender Documents

SCB2 – Prepare & Evaluate the Tender Documents

Duration: 8 weeks
SCB3 – Resolving Disputes

SCB3 – Resolving Disputes

Duration: 8 weeks
SCB5 – Site Survey & Set Out

SCB5 – Site Survey & Set Out

Duration: 8 weeks
SCB6 – Environmental Issues & Waste Management

SCB6 – Environmental Issues & Waste Management

Duration: 8 weeks
SCB9 – Building Approvals

SCB9 – Building Approvals

Duration: 8 weeks
SCB10 – Interpret drawings & specifications

SCB10 – Interpret drawings & specifications

Duration: 8 weeks
SCB11 – Safety & Risk Management

SCB11 – Safety & Risk Management

Duration: 12 weeks
SCB12 – Planning & Scheduling

SCB12 – Planning & Scheduling

Duration: 12 weeks
SCB13 – Select, Procure & Store Materials

SCB13 – Select, Procure & Store Materials

Duration: 12 weeks
SCB14 – Conduct On Site Supervision

SCB14 – Conduct On Site Supervision

Duration: 12 weeks
SCB1 – Construction Package

SCB1 – Construction Package

Duration: 24 weeks
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SCB4 – Energy Efficiency

SCB4 – Energy Efficiency

Duration: 2 weeks
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SCB7 – Prepare a Take Off of All Components & Submission

SCB7 – Prepare a Take Off of All Components & Submission

Duration: 8 weeks
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SCB8 – Resource Management

SCB8 – Resource Management

Duration: 12 weeks
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SCB15 – Quality Management

SCB15 – Quality Management

Duration: 8 weeks
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SCB16 – Site Communications & Administration

SCB16 – Site Communications & Administration

Duration: 8 weeks
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SCB17 – Lead & Manage Teams in Building & Construction

SCB17 – Lead & Manage Teams in Building & Construction

Duration: 12 weeks
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SCB18 – Select & Manage Building & Construction Contractors

SCB18 – Select & Manage Building & Construction Contractors

Duration: 8 weeks
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SCB19 – Business & Workplace Obligations

SCB19 – Business & Workplace Obligations

Duration: 12 weeks
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SCB20 – Client Rights & Obligations

SCB20 – Client Rights & Obligations

Duration: 8 weeks
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SCB21 – Selection & Preparation of Contracts / Progress Claim & Variations

SCB21 – Selection & Preparation of Contracts / Progress Claim & Variations

Duration: 12 weeks
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SCB22 – New Business Matters in Building & Construction

SCB22 – New Business Matters in Building & Construction

Duration: 8–12 weeks
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SCB23 – Contract & Project Risk

SCB23 – Contract & Project Risk

Duration: 8 weeks
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SCB24 – Pricing the Project

SCB24 – Pricing the Project

Duration: 8 weeks
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SCB25 – Financial Management & Financing the Projects

SCB25 – Financial Management & Financing the Projects

Duration: 8–12 weeks
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Why choose a short course or CPD program?

  • Focused skill development

    Build practical knowledge in a specific area without committing to a full qualification. Ideal for professionals who need targeted training that can be applied straight away.

  • Flexible around work commitments

    Study online at your own pace and fit learning around work, projects and personal responsibilities.

  • Career growth & CPD support

    Stay current with industry expectations, strengthen confidence and support your ongoing professional development goals.

  • Pathways to further qualifications

    Many short courses may contribute toward larger qualifications through credit transfer or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), depending on eligibility.

Enrol in a short course today

Contact us to learn more about individual courses and enrolment options.

Study from anywhere in Australia

All short courses are delivered online through distance learning, making them accessible to construction professionals across every state and territory.

Got questions about our short courses?

Our team can help you identify which short courses align with your career development needs and CPD requirements. Get in touch with us today through our online enquiry form.

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