White Card Online Training
White card course (also known as construction induction training or red card training) is the mandatory work health and safety required prior to undertaking construction work.
Online white card course ended at the end of 2022 in Victoria, please book face-to-face class instead.
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Important Notice for VIC Online White Card Course:
Online white card course ended at the end of 2022.
Don't be fooled by online courses from other states that VIC authorities may not recognise. Learn more...
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White Card Course & Training in Victoria
White card course (also known as construction induction training, construction white card, or red card training) is the mandatory work health and safety training required before undertaking construction work.
WorkSafe Victoria fully accredits Origin Institute for online construction white card training programs during the COVID-19 pandemic. All online White Card courses ended at the end of 2022 in Victoria. At this moment, there is only face-to-face White Card training in Victoria.
Please beware of any online introductory white card course from other states that VIC authorities may not recognise.
Victorian Construction Induction White Card is nationally accredited. Once completed, you can use it anywhere in Australia.
We have more than 25 class locations. Book online now and access online enrolment and learning materials instantly!
White Card Online Training Duration:
6 Hours
PPE (Personal Protective Equipment):
Students will use Origin Institute's PPE during the assessment stage. You don't have to bring or purchase your own PPE to attend the class, but you are welcome to bring your own if you want to. The required PPE gear for assessment is a hard hat, earmuffs, safety goggles, and a high-visibility vest.
White Card Online Training Location:
We have over 25 training locations in Victoria. See details.
Unit of Competency:
CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Online Enrolment Procedure:
Complete booking online,
Sign up for the Online Learning Platform (OLP) account from the confirmation email,
Complete the enrolment form, ID upload and learning competency assessment in OLP,
Attend your class.
How to receive your white card:
Complete the White Card course with Origin Institute,
Receive a digital certificate (interim white card) from Origin Institute on the same day of course completion so you can start working,
Receive a formal white card from WorkSafe Victoria.
International Students:
Origin Institute is a CRICOS provider. Our white card course also accepts international students. You must have a valid visa to enrol in this course. Origin Institute requires all overseas visa holders (except permanent residents who may provide Medicare Cards) to provide a current VEVO Check during the enrolment stage. The VEVO Check must be the original PDF generated from the Department of Home Affairs' system within 2 days of submission.
White Card Course Online Victoria:
Origin Institute was a WorkSafe Victoria approved training provider for online white card course delivery (Connected in Real-Time delivery) during the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the online white card course ended in Victoria at the end of 2022. The construction induction white card course can only be completed in face-to-face classes in Victoria. Learn more...
Entry Requirements
Valid Photo ID:
You must hold a valid Photo ID (View the list of acceptable photo IDs).
Statement of Attainment and White Card can not be issued if a participant does not provide a valid photo ID. An overseas driver's licence is not acceptable.
Rights to Study in Australia:
If you are holding an overseas visa, you must be entitled to study or work in Australia under your visa.
All participants will be asked to provide valid residency evidence, such as a VEVO check, passport, Australian government-issued Medicare Card, or other document that proves they are entitled to work or study in Australia.
English Skill:
Basic understanding of reading, writing and oral English.
Price Beat Conditions:
10% Price Beat Guarantee*
If you find the same white card course for a lower price, we will beat it by 10% of difference*.
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*We will beat the price by 10% of the difference and provide a discount code.
Price Beat Conditions:
the qualification must be the same as the one we are offering,
the white card course must be a WorkSafe Victoria accredited course,
the white card course price is officially published by the other legitimate Registered Training Organisation (RTO),
the white card course must have the same starting date, delivery mode and location, and
discounts must be applied before you have completed the payment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a White Card?
A White Card is also known as construction induction training (its former name was Red Card training). It is evidence that you have completed construction safety induction training, a mandatory legal requirement for all persons at a workplace where construction work is performed. Learn more...
Can I do White Card training online?
Since 1 January 2023, online white card training has been discontinued in Victoria. All White Card training MUST be done in a face-to-face class in Victoria. Please also be aware of many online white card courses from other states that VIC authorities may not recognise.
What should I bring to my class?
You need to bring your original photo ID and pen to your class.
Do I need to bring my PPEs?
If you train with Origin Institute, you don’t need to bring your PPEs. Your trainer will have them available for use during the assessment.
How long does it take to get my White Card?
Once you complete our training, we will issue you a Statement of Attainment (SoA) on the same day. The SoA can be used as an interim White Card for up to 60 days until you receive the plastic White Card. Getting your physical white card usually takes around 2-3 weeks.
Can I start working after getting my certificate?
Once you receive the Statement of Attainment (SoA), you can start working immediately. We usually issue the SoA on the same day that you complete your course.
How long will my White Card be valid for?
The White Card has no expiry date. However, you must attend another White Card training if you have left the industry for over two consecutive years.
Can I use my White Card in other states?
Yes, you can use it anywhere in Australia.
Do you provide White Card training to international students?
Yes, we provide White Card training to international students. We are also a CRICOS provider (ID: 03819K) who provides many other construction courses to international students.
Can I transfer my Red Card to a White Card?
Yes, we offer the Red Card to White Card transfer service.
What happens if I lose my White Card?
Please get in touch with WorkSafe Victoria (1800 136 089) to order a new replacement card.
What do I learn from this White Card course?
The construction induction training (white card training) covers essential health and safety knowledge for working in the construction industry. The purpose of the white card training is to ensure that all persons who work in the construction industry have basic occupational health and safety (OHS) knowledge so that the OHS risk in this industry can be reduced dramatically.
Are you a Registered Training Organisation?
Yes, Origin Institute is a Registered Training Organisation. RTO ID: 45276
Are you accredited by WorkSafe Victoria?
Yes, we are fully accredited by WorkSafe Victoria for White Card training.
Is your White Card suitable for an Owner-Builder application?
Yes, our White Card training is recognised by the Victoria Building Authority.
What should I complete before class?
All students must complete the enrollment form, upload their ID, and take the Learning Competency Assessment before the class.
What is the Learning Competency Assessment (LCA)?
The LCA comprises a suitability assessment, language, literacy and numeracy test, and general instruction of our course. It allows us to identify any support needs the student may have.
Can I use my overseas driver’s licence?
No, we don’t accept any overseas driver’s licence as a valid form of photo ID.