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Commercial Builder Registration: New Online Builder Registration program

Timothy Clark Technical & Engagement Officer (DB U 54523)

Master Builders Victoria is pleased to announce a new program for members who are looking to obtain their Commercial Builder Registration. This new program has been developed to offer our members the flexibility to study at a time that is convenient for them, working around their existing business, family, and social commitments. After consultation with members and industry, Master Builders Victoria established that there was a growing need for fully online, self-paced study for members looking to obtain their builder registration with the Victorian Building Authority (VBA). MBVs new online based program will not replace our existing industry leading face-to-face and virtual programs, rather compliment them by providing another option for our members who may not be able to commit to a more traditional program.

Is this program for you?

The program is accessible on most web browsers and can be viewed on a range of devices, including your laptop, tablet, and smartphone. This flexibility ensures that if you want to spend an hour one evening reviewing the content on your laptop you can, then simply pick up where you left off on your phone the next day whilst waiting for an appointment. You could even continue your studies while having lunch on site. This flexibility allows you to decide when, where and how you will undertake your study, and ensures your studies will fit within your existing commitments. Within the program you will find a range of interactive content to keep you interested and make the learning both engaging and informative, including videos presented by industry specialists and registered building practitioners. You will be able to test your knowledge by completing the highly interactive quizzes and work your way through dozens of short and engaging puzzles designed to make learning more enjoyable. The online Commercial Builder Registration program covers the relevant topics which you will be expected to demonstrate knowledge in as part of your assessment for registration. This includes, but is not limited to, legislation, permits, contracts, the National Construction Code (NCC), basements, portal frames and precast concrete.

Your next step

If you have been putting off applying for your Commercial Registration due to concerns around the time commitments, we encourage you to seriously consider this new and exciting program. This program has been designed with you in mind, to fit around your busy schedule by being both flexible with the device you use, and when you use it. Further information on this and our industry leading face-to-face and virtual Domestic and Commercial Builder Registration programs is available via our Careers and Registration team on 03 9411 4555.

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