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Where Can I Do My CPD Points Course in Wollongong?

NSW Builder CPD Guide — Wollongong & Illawarra 2026
Wollongong and Illawarra builders can complete all 12 annual CPD points entirely online through Builders CPD Online (RTO 91528) — from $169, no travel, no classroom, NSW Fair Trading.

Complete Your 12 CPD Points Online — From $169

NSW Fair Trading. No classroom. No travel. Instant certificate on completion.
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Wollongong and Illawarra builders must complete 12 CPD points every year under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW) to keep their contractor licence active. Every point must come from NSW Fair Trading-approved training. The good news: you can complete every single one online — no drive to Sydney required.

Builders CPD Online (RTO 91528) delivers all 12 points entirely online, at your own pace, from $169. Over 40 courses cover all 8 NSW Fair Trading learning areas. Delivering CPD to NSW builders since 2004 — over 20 years of experience.

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CPD points required per year
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Approved learning areas
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Online courses available
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Complete 12 CPD points online

Who Needs to Complete CPD in Wollongong?

Any NSW-licensed builder or swimming pool/spa builder based in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Dapto, or anywhere in the Illawarra region must complete 12 CPD points per year. No exceptions — this applies to every active contractor licence holder in NSW.

CPD is mandatory for these NSW licence types:

  • Contractor Licence — Builder (residential)
  • Contractor Licence — Swimming Pool/Spa Builder
  • Building Professional licence

If your CPD is incomplete when your licence comes up for renewal, NSW Fair Trading will refuse to renew it. Your licence lapses. You cannot legally operate as a builder in NSW. That consequence applies to every Illawarra builder without exception.

Signs You Need to Act on Your CPD Now

Act immediately if:

  • Your licence renewal is within the next 3 months
  • You have not started any CPD this licence year
  • You are unsure which learning areas you have covered
  • In-person events you were relying on were cancelled or rescheduled

What Are the 8 CPD Learning Areas?

Your 12 annual CPD points must be spread across eight NSW Fair Trading-approved learning areas. Builders CPD Online covers all 8 in a single affordable package.

Learning Area What It Covers
Technical Skills Building methods, materials, construction techniques
Sustainability Energy efficiency, green building, NCC compliance
Business Management Contracts, financial management, business operations
WHS Workplace health and safety, site safety obligations
Legal & Regulatory Home Building Act, Fair Trading rules, licensing
Customer Service & Disputes Client communication, dispute resolution
Digital Literacy Technology in construction, digital tools
Risk Management Project risk, insurance, liability

Where Can Wollongong Builders Do Their CPD?

Three options exist for Illawarra builders — fully online, local in-person providers, or a hybrid of both. For most Wollongong builders, online is the most practical and affordable choice.

Option Cost Flexibility Learning Areas
Online — Builders CPD Online (RTO 91528) From $169 24/7, any device All 8 covered
Local in-person Illawarra providers $300–$600+ Fixed schedule Limited selection
Hybrid (online + in-person) Varies Flexible All 8 achievable

How Much Does CPD Cost for Wollongong Builders?

Package CPD Points Price Best For
Standard 12 points $169 Annual renewal requirement
Value Pack 36 points $449 3 years of CPD covered upfront

Compared to in-person providers charging $300–$600+ per course, online CPD saves Wollongong builders hundreds of dollars annually — plus a full day off site and the cost of driving to Sydney.

Licence renewal due soon? Don’t leave your CPD to the last minute.

40 Fair Trading-approved courses. All 8 learning areas. Complete from Wollongong — from $169.
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What’s Included — Online CPD Courses for Wollongong Builders

Why Wollongong builders choose Builders CPD Online:

  • 12 CPD points for $169 — full annual requirement in one package
  • 100% online — no travel to Sydney, no classroom, no fixed schedule
  • 40+ courses across all 8 Fair Trading learning areas
  • Instant CPD certificate on completion — ready for licence renewal
  • Mobile and tablet friendly — complete from any device in the Illawarra
  • Delivering CPD to NSW builders since 2004 — over 20 years of experience
  • RTO 91528 — registered and NSW Fair Trading

How It Works — Step by Step

Complete your CPD in 6 steps:

  • Step 1 — Register at builderscpdonline.com.au (2 minutes)
  • Step 2 — Choose your package: 12 points ($169) or 36 points ($449)
  • Step 3 — Browse 40+ courses across all 8 learning areas
  • Step 4 — Complete at your own pace — evenings, weekends, between jobs
  • Step 5 — Download your CPD certificate instantly on completion
  • Step 6 — Submit certificate to Service NSW at licence renewal
Licensed builder completing online CPD course from Wollongong — Builders CPD Online RTO 91528
The 8 CPD learning areas for NSW builders — Fair Trading requirements 2026
Online vs in-person CPD comparison for Wollongong builders

How to Get Started as a Wollongong Builder

Register at Builders CPD Online, choose your package, and start your courses immediately. Setup takes 2 minutes. Questions? Call 1300 730 752 — we will help you choose the right courses for your licence type.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I do my builder CPD points online if I live in Wollongong?
Yes. NSW Fair Trading allows all 12 CPD points to be completed online through an approved RTO. Builders CPD Online (RTO 91528) is fully accredited to deliver CPD to Wollongong and Illawarra builders. No travel to Sydney or in-person attendance required.
How many CPD points do Wollongong builders need each year?
All licensed NSW builders — including those in Wollongong and the Illawarra — must complete 12 CPD points per year under the Home Building Act 1989 (NSW). Failure to complete results in your licence not being renewed.
How long does it take to complete 12 CPD points online?
Most builders complete 12 CPD points in 2–8 weeks online. Total study time is typically 10–20 hours spread across the 8 learning areas. You work at your own pace without disrupting your work schedule.
How much does CPD cost for a builder in Wollongong?
Through Builders CPD Online, your full 12-point annual requirement costs $169. The 36-point value pack is $449. Both include all course materials and an instant completion certificate. In-person providers typically charge $300–$600+ per course plus travel costs.
Can I do CPD on my phone from a job site?
Yes. Builders CPD Online is fully mobile-friendly. Log in from any smartphone, tablet, or laptop and continue exactly where you left off. Perfect for Illawarra builders who want to use downtime on site productively.
What happens if I do not complete my CPD before licence renewal?
NSW Fair Trading will not renew your contractor licence if CPD is incomplete. Your licence lapses and you cannot legally operate as a builder in NSW. Complete your 12 points before your licence expiry date — check your expiry via Service NSW.
Does Builders CPD Online cover pool builder CPD in Wollongong?
Yes. RTO 91528 provides CPD for both residential builders and swimming pool/spa builders across NSW including the Illawarra. Both licence types require 12 CPD points per year under the same NSW Fair Trading framework.

Complete Your NSW Builder CPD Online — From $169

40 Fair Trading-approved courses. No classroom. No travel. Instant certificate on completion.

Call 1300 730 752 or register online.

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