Qualification Outline
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Certificate IV in NatHERS Assessment
Certificate IV in NatHERS Assessment
CPP41212
J266
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5.00 | 21/10/2021 | Current | Approved |
| 4.00 | 18/01/2017 | Replaced | Transition (Replaced) |
| 3.00 | 09/12/2016 | Replaced | Approved |
| 2.00 | 17/01/2014 | Replaced | Approved |
Description
This qualification is designed to meet the needs of assessors operating under the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS).
Potential users of this qualification include NatHERS assessors, enterprises, government agencies, industry regulatory bodies, community organisations, building designers, architects and other building professionals associated with residential building thermal performance.
The qualification will also be used by national assessor accrediting organisations under the Nationwide House Energy Rating Scheme Protocol for Assessor Accrediting Organisations.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
To achieve this qualification, the candidate must demonstrate competency in:- seventeen (17) units of competency:
- eleven (11) core units
- six (6) elective units.
The elective units must ensure the integrity of the AQF alignment and contribute to a valid, industry-supported vocational outcome and are to be chosen as follows:
- a minimum of three (3) units must be chosen from Group A
- a maximum of three (3) units may be chosen from Group B
- three (3) of the six (6) units may be chosen from other Certificate IV or Diploma qualifications in CPP07, or another current Training Package or state-accredited course; with it being possible to choose one of those three units also from a Certificate III qualification.
1. Core Units
All eleven (11) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WE614 | CPPHSA4015A | Assess impact of building elements on thermal performance of residential buildings | 50 | Unit of competency |
| WE611 | CPPHSA4012A | Conduct NatHERS assessment of planned residential buildings | 50 | Unit of competency |
| W9787 | CPPACC4015A | Follow site occupational health and safety requirements | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D0995 | BSBRSK401A | Identify risk and apply risk management processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WE617 | CPPHSA4018A | Manage own work, professional development and ethical behaviour | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5443 | CPPCMN4008A | Read and extract information from plans, drawings and specifications for residential buildings | 25 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Elective Units
A minimum of three (3) units must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D5444 | CPPHSA4001A | Assess household energy use | 100 | Unit of competency |
| D5445 | CPPHSA4002A | Assess household waste generation and management | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5446 | CPPHSA4003A | Assess household water use | 55 | Unit of competency |
| WE620 | CPPHSA5001A | Assess thermal performance of complex residential buildings | 50 | Unit of competency |
| D5447 | CPPHSA4004A | Assess thermal performance of existing residences using non-rating tools and techniques | 70 | Unit of competency |
| WE618 | CPPHSA4019A | Inform clients about thermal performance of residential buildings | 35 | Unit of competency |
| WE619 | CPPHSA4020A | Operate computer systems to support NatHERS assessment | 35 | Unit of competency |
| D5441 | CPPCMN3001B | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices | 20 | Unit of competency |
| W9251 | CPCCBC4014A | Prepare simple building sketches and drawings | 60 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B Elective Units
A maximum of three (3) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUL08 | BSBSMB401 | Establish legal and risk management requirements of small business | 40 | Unit of competency |
| D7515 | CPPCMN4004B | Facilitate effective client relationships | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUL85 | BSBSMB403 | Market the small business | 40 | Unit of competency |
| WI929 | CPPCMN4013B | Operate a sustainable business | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AUH17 | BSBSMB402 | Plan small business finances | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AXI38 | CPCCWHS1001 | Prepare to work safely in the construction industry | 6 | Unit of competency |
| D5442 | CPPCMN3004A | Respond to enquiries and complaints | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUH57 | BSBSMB404 | Undertake small business planning | 50 | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BEX3 | CPP41119 | Certificate IV in Home Energy Efficiency and Sustainability | Qualification |
| BAI8 | CPP40816 | Certificate IV in NatHERS Assessment | Qualification |
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