Upgrade your WA Blue Card to a nationally recognised White Card
Nationally Recognised Training
If you hold a Western Australian Blue Card and have been working in construction, this short bridging course lets you upgrade to the nationally recognised WorkSafe WA White Card. The course covers CPCWHS1001 Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry and focuses on the gap between the former Occupational Safety and Health Act and the current Work Health and Safety Act. You will refresh your understanding of hazard identification, risk assessment and control measures, and confirm that your knowledge meets current WorkSafe WA requirements. All participants must complete this bridging training. Delivered by Workforce Training Group, RTO 46093, in Northbridge, Perth.
To enrol in this course, you must meet the following requirements:
Face-to-face bridging session at our Northbridge training centre. Duration varies depending on your experience and English level, and is confirmed with you at enrolment.
Assessment is competency-based. Your result is either Competent (C) or Not Yet Competent (NYC). Up to 3 reassessment attempts are included at no additional cost.
Contact Workforce Training Group before enrolling so we can confirm your eligibility and check your supporting documents.
Our training centre is at Unit 15, 139 Newcastle Street, Perth WA 6000, on Level 2 of Building 139 in Northbridge. There is no external signage, so head to Level 2 by lift or stairs once you are inside. The 980 bus stops at Newcastle St Before William St (Stop ID 28178), and we are a 10-minute walk from Perth Train Station, behind the TAFE building on Aberdeen Street.
Workforce Training Group provides training and qualifications. Employment outcomes depend on individual circumstances. We do not guarantee job placement.
Workforce Training Group is a Registered Training Organisation, RTO 46093, based in Northbridge, Perth. We deliver nationally recognised training across construction, traffic management, hospitality and first aid.
The course fee is $80 with no additional fees. This includes all training materials, your Statement of Attainment for CPCWHS1001, and your WorkSafe WA White Card.
Course fees are non-refundable once training has commenced. Refund requests made before the course starts are assessed in line with our Refund and Cancellation Policy. Rescheduling may be available with sufficient notice. Transfers may be granted for illness with a medical certificate, and exceptional circumstances are assessed case by case. No refund or transfer applies for non-attendance without sufficient notice. Refunds processed through Stripe are issued minus the non-refundable Stripe processing fee.
Read full refund policyA short bridging session at our Northbridge training centre. Because this course is built around the knowledge you already have, the length depends on your experience and English level. We confirm the duration with you when you enrol.
• All training materials
• Statement of Attainment for CPCWHS1001
• WorkSafe WA White Card
• Help with submitting your supporting documents
• Support from an experienced trainer
No upcoming dates currently scheduled for this course.
Please contact us to register your interest or enquire about future dates.
Enquire NowThis qualification may lead to the following career opportunities. Please note: completion of training does not guarantee employment.
| Unit Code | Unit Title | Nominal Hours |
|---|---|---|
CPCWHS1001
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Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry | 4 hrs |
Recognition of Prior Learning is available for units on our scope of registration. If you have relevant experience, previous certificates or work evidence, contact Workforce Training Group before enrolling and we will talk you through what is needed. Fees may apply depending on the unit, and these are explained before you proceed. Credit Transfer is also available at no cost if you hold a Statement of Attainment for an equivalent unit from another RTO.
Contact us about RPLYes. All participants complete a short bridging course so their knowledge matches current Work Health and Safety requirements.
It is a short bridging session. The length depends on your experience and English level, and we confirm it with you at enrolment.
Yes. The WorkSafe WA White Card is recognised in all Australian states and territories.
Your card is usually available shortly after you complete the course. Cards can be collected from our Northbridge office, with same-day collection available up to 3:00pm.
A copy of your WA Blue Card, plus evidence of current or recent construction work. This can be recent payslips, a letter from your employer confirming your role and dates of employment, or other employment records.
A USI is a Unique Student Identifier. It is a government reference number required for all nationally recognised training in Australia. Your certificate cannot be issued without one. You can create a USI free at usi.gov.au, and we can help you with this during enrolment.
Contact us before you enrol. We offer a free short verbal assessment to check your spoken English and work out what support you need. Our trainers deliver training in clear, plain English and can provide extra time, simplified explanations, and one-on-one help.
