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Get your builders registration with the biggest and best in the industry

Skip the qualifications you don’t need. Join over 400 builders currently in training and take the next step in your career.

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Builders Registration is rated 4.9 from 88 reviews
Chris B
"After helping me with obtaining my DBM five years ago, BR have helped me to upgrade to a DBU. Hand on heart, I could not have done it without them."
Kristian P
“I have just signed a contract to renovate a Heritage building for a fixed price of $821k!”
Mitch N
"There is no way I would be where I am today if it wasn’t for the staff and systems put in place by Builders Registration"
Scott & Osky C
"Working with Builder Registration has become far more than just helping you become registered; it is here to ensure you become a successful business too"
Chris P
"If you put the work in, theres no doubt you'll pass"
Anthony L
"Nothing but good things to say about the boys at BR. They have the industry's and their clients' best interests at heart. Would recommend to all aspiring and established builders."
No Cert IV necessary
400+ builders currently in training
10+ years of experience
Flexible training options
2,100+ total registrations
Get pre-approval in 1 minute
Team of 25+ industry experts
Dedicated Client Support Officer

Your journey to becoming a registered builder starts here

Working towards your builders licence can feel like a never-ending process, especially if you’ve been misinformed about qualification requirements. The truth is, you do not need a Cert IV or diploma to get your builders licence. 

By debunking this myth, we can save you years of unnecessary training and get you started on your builder registration journey. Our entire team goes the extra mile to support and guide you through the entire process so you can pursue life-changing career opportunities. 

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Meet our past students

We weren’t lying when we said a builders licence can change your life. We’ll leave it to our successful graduates to fill you in.

Choose your training type

Our flexible training options are designed to fit around your life, giving you the best chance of success, first time.

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Get pre-approval for your builders licence in less than a minute

Answer a few quick questions and we’ll let you know if you’re eligible for registration. If not, we’ll help you figure out the steps to get there.

Follow these steps to become a registered builder

Starting the registration process can be a daunting journey, which is why at Builder Registration, we support you from start to finish and beyond.

Get pre-approval or a personalised pathway

Depending on your experience, you’ll either get pre-approved or receive guidance from one of our building and licensing specialists on how to become eligible.

Choose how you train

We offer a range of training delivery options so you can choose the one that best suits your lifestyle and learning preference.

Work with support team to prepare and submit application form

Your dedicated Client Support Officer will guide you through the application before submitting to the Victorian Building Authority (VBA).

Continue training and attend interview

Training resumes once your application is submitted to the VBA. We’ll also focus on the interview process so that you’re fully prepared when you attend.

Receive builder licence

Once you pass the interview, then it’s official - you’ll be issued with your builders licence and can finally take the next steps in your building career. Find out if you're eligible in less than 60 seconds.

Say hello to our top-class trainers

Our industry-leading trainers are qualified builders themselves having gone through the same process. With their skills, experience, and proven training methods, you’ll have everything you need to reach your licence goals.

Colin Brewer

Chairman and Director
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Colin is a qualified trainer who is passionate about helping emerging builders change their lives.

Chris Arundel

Trainer
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Chris has two decades of building experience and a strong passion for property development.

Raj Girdhar

Trainer
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Raj came through Builder Registration in 2019 and has years of experience in property development and construction.

Billy Ellis

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Billy is a former head assessor for the VBA. He has intimate knowledge of the VBA licencing process and is passionate about helping aspiring builders through the registration process.

James Anasta

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James was one of our early students who brings experience in both commercial and residential construction.

Achille Costabile

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Achille has been involved in training aspiring builders for over 10 years. Achille was also one of the first successful Builder Registration clients.

Chris Jones

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Chris Jones is another one of our successful Builder Registration clients who now trains aspiring builders. Chris runs a successful construction business out of Ballarat.

Gary Lee

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Gary is a site supervisor/carpenter running his own successful construction company. Gary trains out of Moonee Ponds and Greensborough.

Nagy Mourad

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Nagy has been training aspiring builders for over 10 years. He brings a wealth of experience as well as a passion for the construction industry.

Rob Ventra

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Taylor Borg

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Taylor is a young carpenter come builder who graduated through the Builder Registration process. Taylor trains our students out of our Werribee location.

Introducing the team behind your success

Our people behind the scenes are the glue that holds our business together. They’re also the reason so many builders pass their builder registration assessment first time thanks to their determination, passion, and drive to help people succeed.

Why choose Builder Registration?

Our mission is to make sure you get your builders licence, and we go the extra mile to support you on the journey and make sure that happens.

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Expert trainers

Expert trainers

Get trained by qualified builders and experts

Our experienced team of builders and construction professionals, including a former VBA assessor, know exactly what it takes to help you achieve registration.

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High success rate

High success rate

The best chance of success

Because of our highly qualified trainers and custom training system, you have a much higher chance of getting your licence on the first attempt.

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Save time

Save time

Save up to two years by skipping the Cert IV

We’ll say it again for the people in the back - you don’t need a Cert IV or trade qualification to get your builders licence, which can save you years of unnecessary training.

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Full support

Full support

We’re with you from start to finish

As well as delivering full training, we’ll also handle the entire application process and provide ongoing guidance post-registration.

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Take the first step & you could

be licensed in as little as 5 months

Speak to our team of building and licensing specialists during office hours and we’ll call you back within 5 minutes.

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FAQs

That’s a lot to take in and you probably have some questions. We’ve answered some of the most popular ones here but if you have any others, just drop us a message and we’ll be in touch.

Contact us

1300 438 734
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Head office: 1 Citrus St, Braeside VIC 3195

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Our training locations

Braeside

South East
1 Citrus St, Braeside,
VIC 3195

Frankston

South East
111 Cranbourne-Frankston Road, Frankston, VIC 3910

Nunawading

East
96-106 Springvale Road, Nunawading, VIC 3131

Greensborough

North East
1 Diamond Creek Road, Greensborough VIC 3088

Werribee

South West
601 Heaths Road, Werribee, VIC 3030

Moonee Ponds

North West
7 Feehan Avenue, Moonee Ponds, VIC 3039

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