Online CPD Points
For NSW Builders
CPD Points for Builders as a training provider delivers Category 1 CPD
points in accordance with the NSW Fair Trading Home Building Act 1989.
Our CPD Courses
Read Only – No Test Required
You can select from any of these 35 courses when you register with us.
All courses can be read at your leisure and are worth 2 CPD points, with instant certificate downloads.
Home and Construction Basics
- Home Development Contract Basics
- Home Orientation Designs
- Home Heating and Cooling Basics
- Insulation Basics
- Waterproofing Basics
- Concrete Slab Basics
- Windows Compliance Basics
- Construction Systems
Leadership and Personal Development
- Core Principles of Leadership
- Tools for Effective Organisation
- Work-life Balance
- Planning and Achieving Goals
- Cyber Security for the Construction Industry
- Project Stakeholder Communication
Legal and Compliance
- Employment Law Basics
- Home Building Laws
- Dispute Resolution
- Disputes in Building/Construction
- Tax Basics for Small Businesses
- Workplace Bullying Basics
- Building Defects
- Safe Work Method Statement
- Debt Recovery in the Construction Industry
- Building Code of Australia
- Workers Compensation Basics for NSW Builders
Business and Marketing
- Websites for Builders
- SEO for Builders
- Marketing with Social Media
- Business Documents Preparation
- Building Business Sales Strategies
- Guide to Business Success
- Project Evaluation
- Builders Project Management
- Payment Protection Solutions
100% compliant with NSW Fair Trading Guidelines
NSW Fair Trading requires that all licensed builders & Swimming Pool Builders undertake and complete (CPD) Continuing Professional Development each year as a condition of licence renewal.
CLICK HERE to see CPD Requirements on the NSW Fair Trading’s website.
All licensed builders are required by law to earn 12 CPD Points in each 12 month period.
Failure to fulfil the CPD requirement may result in the commissioner refusing an application for renewal or restoration of a licence.
No test, no quiz required: Read only course to earn CPD Points.
Easy access online: Login on desktop, tablet or mobile anytime, anywhere.
Trusted: We have created and delivered courses and CPD Points to over a thousand builders.
Download certificate instantly: Certificates are ready for download after reading course material.
3 Quick and Easy Steps
1. Register and get
CPD Package
Quick & Simple Registration
Secure Payment
2. Read course
materials
Easy to read up to date courses
3. Download your CPD
Certificate
Download your Completion Certificate Instantly
About CPD Points for Builders
CPD Points for Builders is an online training organization dedicated to the education and development of builders in NSW and ACT.
Our mission is to provide the most relevant and high-quality course information, ensuring that CPD learning is easy, quick, and enjoyable.
Since 2020, CPD Points for Builders has achieved the following milestones:
- Delivered over 20,000 completed courses to builders in NSW.
- Consistently updated all course information to keep it current.
- Focused heavily on research and development to identify the most valuable information for builders.
- Created and published new courses and materials that comply with NSW Fair Trading requirements.
What Our Customers Say
Not sure how many CPD points you will need before your next license renewal? Use CPD checker to find out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Getting started is simple:
- Register your account with your name, email and password.
- Choose the CPD package you need and complete payment.
- Enter your Builder Licence Number in your profile to unlock courses.
- Once unlocked, you can select your courses and download your certificate.
Yes. You must register first so your CPD points, courses and certificate are linked to your account.
After completing the following steps:
- Registering
- Purchasing a CPD bundle
- Adding your Builder Licence Number
You can select available courses using your purchased CPD points from your dashboard.
Our courses are simple read-only materials. There are:
- No quizzes
- No tests
- No assessments
You simply download and read the course material.
Our CPD courses are designed for licensed builders and tradespersons who are required to complete Continuing Professional Development (CPD) under NSW Fair Trading requirements.
You must have a valid Builder Licence Number to unlock courses and download your CPD certificate.
Our CPD courses are not suitable for:
- Individuals who do not hold a valid Builder Licence
- Students seeking nationally recognised qualifications
- Anyone requiring formal accredited training or AQF qualifications
- Those needing an RTO-issued certificate
We provide CPD learning materials only and do not deliver nationally recognised training qualifications.
If you are unsure whether our CPD courses are suitable for your requirements, please check with NSW Fair Trading before purchasing.
Yes. You can select any available courses up to the number of CPD points included in your purchased bundle.
Each course we offer takes 2 hours to read and you will gain 2 CPD points for each course your read.
Yes, our online courses are designed to be flexible. You can complete the module at your own pace, allowing you to balance your professional and personal commitments.
Our courses focus on topics relevant to the building industry, including:
- Building regulations and compliance
- Construction standards
- Workplace safety
- Risk management
- Industry best practices
- Updates to building codes and legislation
To earn CPD points through our course:
- Register and pay CPD Points
- Read the learning materials
- Receive your CPD completion certificate
- Once completed, you can keep the certificate as proof of your CPD points.
CPD stands for Continuing Professional Development.
Builders CPD points are earned by completing approved learning activities that help builders stay up to date with industry standards, building regulations, safety requirements, and best practices.
In NSW, builders must complete CPD points to maintain their licence and demonstrate ongoing professional development.
CPD points are required by NSW Fair Trading to ensure builders maintain current knowledge of:
- Building regulations and codes
- Industry standards
- Safety requirements
- New construction practices
The goal is to protect consumers and ensure licensed builders continue to operate at a professional standard.
Builders in NSW must complete 12 CPD points within the 12 months before renewing their licence. (Builders may carry forward up to 11 extra CPD points, but only for 12 months.)
To help you determine how many CPD points you need, you can use our CPD Points Calculator. Use our CPD Points Calculator.
If you are unsure about your CPD requirements, we recommend checking with NSW Fair Trading for official guidance.
Builders can earn CPD points through a range of approved activities, including:
- Online training courses
- Industry workshops and seminars
- Webinars
- Trade training programs
- Industry conferences
- Professional development courses related to building
The activity must be relevant to the building industry and contribute to professional development.
Yes. Many builders now earn their CPD points through online courses.
Online learning allows builders to complete their required CPD points conveniently without needing to attend in-person training.
It is important to choose courses that are designed to meet NSW CPD requirements.
No. Builders in NSW do not need to submit their CPD points when renewing their licence.
However, you must keep a record of your completed CPD activities, including your certificate of completion. NSW Fair Trading may request evidence of your CPD points if your licence is audited.
After completing a course, simply download and keep your CPD certificate as proof of your completed points.
Once you download your selected course material, your CPD Certificate is automatically unlocked.
You can download your certificate instantly from your account.
Yes. As soon as your course material is downloaded, your certificate becomes available instantly.
There is no waiting period.
Yes. After successfully completing the course, you will receive a CPD completion certificate.
You should keep this certificate as evidence of your CPD points in case NSW Fair Trading requests proof during an audit.
You can reset your password using the password reset page.
Click the link below and follow the instructions to create a new password:
Reset your password
To access your courses, you’ll first need to add your Builder Licence Number to your profile. Follow these steps:
- Go to your profile.
- Enter your Builder Licence Number.
- Save or confirm the update.
- Once added, your courses will unlock immediately.
If you cannot find the answer here, please contact our support team and we’ll assist you as soon as possible.
We accept secure credit and debit card payments at checkout. Payments are processed securely through Stripe, a trusted global payment provider.
No, CPD Points for Builders is not a Registered Training Organisation (RTO).
We are not required to be an RTO is not required to deliver online Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses for builders under NSW Fair Trading requirements.
Our CPD courses are designed to meet NSW Fair Trading CPD guidelines for online learning.
For official information regarding CPD requirements and provider eligibility, please refer directly to the NSW Fair Trading website.
No. Under NSW Fair Trading requirements, providers do not need to be a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to deliver approved online CPD learning.
Our courses are structured to align with NSW Fair Trading CPD guidelines.
For full details, please visit the NSW Fair Trading website.