NCC CPD

What we’re doing and why

Our NCC continuing professional development (CPD) micromodules have been
developed for CPD providers to deliver as part of their own CPD activities. Our aim is to
complement existing programs and increase National Construction Code (NCC) content
in education. This will ultimately improve practitioner understanding and achieve NCC
compliant outcomes.

What are NCC CPD micromodules?

NCC CPD micromodules are our new contribution to CPD in the building and plumbing
sector. They assist in educating practitioners on the NCC.

The micromodule format offers an important benefit of providing smaller segments of

relevant NCC content that can be included into comprehensive CPD packages,
delivered by CPD providers.

The NCC CPD modules:

are short bite-sized products that contain CPD content on the NCC
prioritise areas of the NCC with known difficulties and misunderstandings
are provided as a plain PowerPoint slide deck so you can tailor CPD delivery to the
needs of your audience.

Each module will vary in length and delivery time and can be added to the
beginning, middle or end of your own activity. Each module is in an
unbranded, PowerPoint format, with guidance notes for the facilitator/CPD
provider. Our modules include knowledge checks to reinforce learning, and
align with ABCB model guidance for CPD.
How do they work?

How NCC CPD micromodules works, the first step says 'We create NCC-
based content in an unbranded PowerPoint micromodule'. The second step
says, 'You deliver the CPD activity in your chosen delivery method, with the
NCC CPD micromodule content included at some point'. The last step
says, 'You issue the CPD certificate to participants/attendees. The
appropriate licencing and registration body can recognise this as formal
CPD'.

Who can access the NCC CPD micromodules?

To access the micromodules, you must be a CPD provider. A CPD provider is an entity,
typically an organisation or government that develops and/or provides CPD activities or
CPD content. A CPD provider may or may not be a Registered Training Organisation
(RTO).
Registered Training Organisations, Peak industry bodies, Governments
and Private CPD providers.

Benefits for CPD providers

You have the flexibility to contextualise the content in your preferred delivery method
i.e., an online webinar, face-to-face workshop, or an online course. You can include
the NCC CPD micromodule content at the start, middle or end of your content.
You will help your practitioners improve their understanding and effective
implementation of the NCC, which can reduce poor and unsafe practices and
improve building outcomes for consumers.
You will build a productive and collaborative relationship with us here at the ABCB
and share knowledge on what your practitioners need further education on when it
comes to the NCC.
Using the NCC CPD micromodules will help you align your CPD to the ABCB model
guidance on CPD[1].
You can save time and resources by not having to develop your own NCC content
and be assured that it is technically accurate and up to date.

What NCC CPD micromodules are available?

The following NCC CPD micromodules are available. This list will be updated as new
micromodules are developed and released.

Approx length
Title of NCC CPD micromodule Topic
(min
The NCC in building and plumbing
General 10
regulation
Compliance with the PCA and AS/NZS
Plumbing 15-20
3500
NCC condensation management General 25-30
Applying the PCA to the change of use of a
Plumbing 25
building
Livable housing design Housing 50-60
Energy efficiency compliance options for Energy
25
commercial buildings efficiency
 Approx length
Title of NCC CPD micromodule Topic
(min
Energy efficiency compliance options for Energy
30
houses efficiency
Building classifications and united buildings General 10

Coming soon

Approx length
Title of NCC CPD micromodule Topic
(min
Energy efficiency - Compliance options Energy
35-40
for apartments efficiency
Interpreting and complying with the NCC General 25
Using NCC referenced documents General 20
Introduction to Performance Solutions General 30

How do I get access?

To get access to the NCC CPD micromodules, please complete the online registration
form and we’ll be in touch.

Apply for NCC CPD access [2]

Links
1. https://www.abcb.gov.au/initiatives/bcr/bcr-outputs
2. https://ncc.abcb.gov.au/cpd-provider-application

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