NSW builders must complete 12 CPD points per year through a Fair Trading-approved provider. The most practical option: complete all 12 online through Builders CPD Online (RTO 91528) — from $169, no classroom, no travel.
Complete Your 12 CPD Points Online — From $169
NSW Fair Trading. No classroom. No fixed schedule. Instant certificate on completion.
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Every NSW licensed builder and swimming pool/spa builder must complete 12 CPD points every year through a provider approved by NSW Fair Trading. Your 12 points must come from training across eight specific learning areas set out in the Home Building Act 1989. The question is not whether you have to do it — the question is where.
Builders CPD Online (RTO 91528) delivers all 12 points entirely online from $169. Over 40 courses. All 8 learning areas. Delivering CPD to NSW builders since 2004.
Who Needs to Complete CPD in NSW?
CPD is mandatory for every active contractor licence holder in NSW — regardless of how long you have been in the industry or how busy your schedule is.
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 not complete 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 until it is reinstated.
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 of the 8 learning areas you have covered
- A provider you planned to use was cancelled or is no longer available
Where Can NSW Builders Do Their CPD?
NSW builders have three main options for completing their CPD. The right choice depends on your schedule, location, and budget.
| Option | Cost | Flexibility | Covers All 8 Areas? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online — Builders CPD Online (RTO 91528) | From $169 | 24/7, any device | Yes ✓ |
| In-person — local training providers | $300–$600+ per course | Fixed schedule | Limited selection |
| Industry associations (MBA, HIA) | Varies by membership | Event-based | Partial |
| Hybrid (online + in-person) | Varies | Flexible | All 8 achievable |
What Are the 8 CPD Learning Areas?
| 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 |
How Much Does CPD Cost?
| Package | CPD Points | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 12 points | $169 | Annual renewal requirement |
| Value Pack | 36 points | $449 | 3 years of CPD covered upfront |
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40 Fair Trading-approved courses. All 8 learning areas. Complete from any device in NSW — from $169.
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What’s Included — Online CPD for NSW Builders
Why NSW builders choose Builders CPD Online:
- 12 CPD points for $169 — full annual requirement in one package
- 100% online — no travel, 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 anywhere in NSW
- 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 and select those relevant to your licence type
- 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
How to Get Started
Register at Builders CPD Online, choose your package, and start immediately. Takes 2 minutes. Questions? Call 1300 730 752.
Related CPD Resources for NSW Builders
- How many CPD points do NSW builders need?
- NSW builder licence renewal: CPD requirements explained
- What happens if a builder does not complete CPD?
- Browse our full CPD course library
- Business Management CPD courses
Frequently Asked Questions
Complete Your NSW Builder CPD Online — From $169
40 Fair Trading-approved courses. No classroom. No fixed schedule. Instant certificate on completion.
Call 1300 730 752 or register online.