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NSW White Card Course - Online
NSW White Card training online with daily classes. Study from home. Same-day certificate issued after successful completion.
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NSW Online White Card Course Information
Origin Institute provides NSW White Card online training for people preparing to work in the construction industry in New South Wales. This nationally recognised construction induction training develops the essential work health and safety knowledge needed before entering a construction site.
During the White Card course, you will learn to identify common construction hazards, understand risk controls, use personal protective equipment (PPE), respond to incidents and emergencies, and communicate safety information on site.
NSW online White Card classes run daily via Microsoft Teams, making it easier to choose a suitable training session and complete your construction induction training from an eligible location in NSW.
Online White Card Course at a Glance
Course Code and Name:
CPCWHS1001 - Prepare to work safely in the construction industry
Accreditation:
SafeWork NSW
Duration:
7 hours + break
What to Bring for Online Session:
Original Evidence of Identity (EOI) documents that add up to at least 100 points (see EOI requirements below),
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a hardhat, eye protection, hearing protection and a high-visibility vest (see PPE Requirements below), and
Computer or smart device equipped with a webcam.
Evidence of Identity (EOI) Requirements:
Before starting your NSW White Card training, you must show your Origin Institute trainer original Evidence of Identity (EOI) documents worth at least 100 points. This is a regulatory requirement.
Your EOI documents must collectively show your:
Photo
Date of birth – you must be at least 14 years old
Signature
Current residential address
You must bring the original documents to your training. If you cannot provide the required 100 points of EOI before the class starts, you cannot attend the NSW construction induction (White Card) training.
Prepare Your 100 Points of EOI
We recommend checking the SafeWork NSW EOI Form before your course. It explains the accepted documents, their point values and how to meet the 100-point requirement.
Special EOI arrangements may apply to:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
School students aged 14 years or older
People who have recently arrived in Australia (less than six weeks)
Please refer to the SafeWork NSW EOI Form for the specific requirements that apply to these circumstances.
During enrolment, Origin Institute provides a digital EOI preparation tool to help you identify suitable documents and prepare your EOI before your class.
The tool helps you determine which documents meet the 100-point EOI requirement and reminds you which original documents you need to bring to your White Card training.
PPE Requirements for Online Session:
You must bring the following Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to your White Card online training (not required for the classroom session):
Hard Hat (Certified to AS/NZS 1801)
Eye Protection (Certified to AS/NZS 1337.1)
Earmuff or Earplug (Certified to AS/NZS 1270)
High Visibility Vest (Certified to AS/NZS 4602)
These items are required to complete the practical components of the White Card course. Please bring all required PPE on the day of your training.
Age Requirements:
Minimum 14 years of age.
English Requirements:
Basic understanding of reading, writing and oral English.
USI Number:
You must provide a valid USI number. Learn how to apply for or retrieve your USI.
International Students:
Origin Institute is a registered CRICOS provider welcoming international students from around the world.
How to Receive your White Card
1: Book
Book your White Card course online.
4: Complete
Complete and pass your white card course.
2: Enrol
Complete enrolment form and learning competency assessment and
Prepare 100 points of ID as per the Evidence of Identity (EOI) Requirements.
5: Interim White Card
Receive your Statement of Training (SOT), which serves as your interim White Card.
3: Attend
Attend your White Card course with original 100 points of ID documents.
6: White Card
Receive your White Card by post from SafeWork NSW or get a digital copy (find out more).
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NSW Online White Card Course Best Price Guarantee:
10% Price Beat Guarantee*
If you find the same white card course for a lower price, we will beat it by 10% of difference*.
Please send details to our chatbox located at the bottom of this page.
*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 SafeWork NSW accredited course,
the white card course price is officially published by the other legitimate Registered Training Organisation (RTO) in NSW,
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.
NSW Online White Card Course
Online Virtual Class
All platforms compatible
Works on phones, tablets and computers.
Classes every day
Classes available every day
NSW Government approved online course
SafeWork NSW-approved online white card course.
Our price is all-inclusive - no more to pay!
Learn more about White Card issuing fees and avoid unexpected charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a White Card?
A White Card is also known as general construction induction 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.
Do you offer white card online courses in NSW/Sydney?
Yes, we offer online white card courses in NSW and our online course is approved by the New South Wales government authority (SafeWork NSW).
Do I get the same white card from the online courses?
Yes, you will get the same NSW white card after completing either a face-to-face or online course at Origin Institute.
What should I bring to my class?
You need to bring:
Printed EOI Form (preferred),
Original ID documents as per the requirements of EOI Form, and
Pen.
Do I need to bring my PPEs?
If you attend face-to-face class at Origin Institute, you don’t need to bring your PPEs. Your trainer will have them available for use during the assessment.
However, if you attend an online class, you must prepare your own PPEs before the class. PPEs include:
Hardhat (Certified to AS/NZS 1801:1997)
Eye Protection (Certified to AS/NZS 1337.1.2010)
Earmuff or Ear Plug (Certified to AS/NZS 1716:2012)
High Visibility Vest (Certified to AS/NZS 4602.1:2011)
How long does it take to get my White Card?
Origin Institute will give you a statement (Statement of Training) that you can use to prove you have completed the training until your new card arrives. The SOT is valid for 60 days, but most physical white cards are issued in less than 30 days. If you don't receive your card, call us on 13 10 50.
Can I start working after getting my certificate?
Once you receive the Statement of Training (SOT), you can start working immediately. We usually issue the SOT the same day 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.
What happens if I lose my White Card?
Replace a general construction induction card (white card) Online: https://www.service.nsw.gov.au/transaction/replace-general-construction-induction-card-white-card
If your card contains errors, contact 13 10 50.
How can I change the details on my white card?
If you know your licence number, you can check and update your address or contact details by completing an update contact details request.
Alternatively, you can complete the licence enquiry form or change of details form.
If you have changed your name, complete the change of details form and send it to us by:
post: SafeWork NSW, Locked Bag 2906, Lisarow NSW 2252
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 SafeWork NSW?
Yes, we are fully accredited by SafeWork NSW for General Construction Induction White Card training.
Is your White Card suitable for an Owner-Builder application?
Yes, our White Card training is recognised by the Service NSW.
What should I complete before class?
All students must:
complete the enrolment form,
provide USI number: create a USI via https://www.usi.gov.au/students/get-a-usi if you do not have one. If you already have a USI but forgot the number, click https://www.usi.gov.au/students/find-your-usi to find your USI. If you still need help with your USI, call USI Service on 1300 857 536
prepare Evidence of Identity (EOI) documents in accordance with the EOI Form, and
complete the Learning Competency Assessment (LCA) 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?
Please check the EOI Form.
Why Choose Origin Institute
MORE CLASSES. MORE FLEXIBILITY.
7 days a week. In-person and online classes.
SIMPLY THE BEST PRICE
Price includes SafeWork fee. No more to pay.
150,000+ CHOSE ORIGIN
150k+ people chose Origin for White Card training.
CONSTRUCTION SPECIALISTS
Training built for the construction industry.