How Much Does a White Card Cost in Australia?

If you are starting work in construction, one of the first questions you will probably ask is: how much does a White Card cost? The honest answer is that there is no single Australia-wide price. The total depends on the state or territory, the approved delivery method, the training provider, the location and the course date.

At the time of this update, Eclipse Education advertises White Card training from $99. That is a starting price, not a promise that every class costs the same. Check the current course and booking page for the location, date, delivery method and total price that apply to you.

Short answer: budget from about $99 for a current Eclipse Education course, then confirm the exact price and what is included before you pay. A very cheap online course is not automatically a valid White Card course.

What is a White Card?

A White Card is the common name for a general construction induction training card. It shows that you have completed the nationally recognised unit CPCWHS1001 — Prepare to work safely in the construction industry with an appropriately authorised training provider. Some older pages and records may refer to the superseded or equivalent code CPCCWHS1001.

The training covers basic work health and safety responsibilities, common construction hazards, risk controls, safety communication, personal protective equipment, and incident and emergency procedures. It is an entry requirement for construction work, but it is not a trade licence and it does not replace an employer's site induction, task training, supervision or high-risk work licence.

What does the White Card course price include?

Before comparing prices, check whether the advertised amount covers the complete enrolment. A legitimate course price may include:

• the training and assessment for CPCWHS1001;
• the Statement of Attainment issued after you are found competent;
• the regulator or card-processing component, where applicable;
• learning materials and the required assessment activities; and
• the physical White Card or the process for having it issued.

Eclipse Education's current White Card course page says its advertised prices include the Statement of Attainment and physical White Card. The exact amount can still vary by state, location and session, so use the booking page as the source of truth and look for any reassessment, replacement-card or administration fees before checkout.

Why do White Card prices vary?

White Card training is regulated differently across Australia. Each state or territory can set requirements for approved providers, delivery, identity checks, assessment and card issuance. That means a course that looks similar in an advertisement may not have the same delivery requirements or inclusions in every location.

Victoria is a good example. WorkSafe Victoria requires White Card training to be face to face in a classroom, delivered by an approved RTO, and says the course must run for at least six hours. A short online quiz advertised as a Victorian White Card course is not a safe way to save money.

Requirements can change in other states as well. Before booking an online, live-video or classroom course, check the current rules for the state in which you will train and work. Queensland's regulator and SafeWork NSW publish their own current guidance.

How to compare a cheap White Card course

The lowest advertised price is not necessarily the best value. Use this checklist before you enrol:

• Check the provider. Confirm the RTO and, where required, the relevant state regulator approval. Eclipse Education is RTO #32252; you can check the organisation record on training.gov.au.
• Check the unit code. The current national unit is CPCWHS1001. Be cautious if a course does not clearly identify the unit or the statement you will receive.
• Check the delivery method. Make sure it is permitted for your state and that the advertised course is not just an unverified quiz or a certificate of attendance.
• Check the total price. Ask whether the card, learning materials, assessment, GST and any administration or reassessment fees are included.
• Check the identity requirements. You will normally need acceptable photo identification, and you will need a Unique Student Identifier for nationally recognised training unless an exemption applies.
• Check what happens if you need support. Tell the provider before training if you need language, literacy, numeracy or accessibility support.

Does a White Card expire?

It is not accurate to describe a White Card as a card that is “always valid” with no conditions. The card itself may not show a simple expiry date, but your state or territory can treat the training as no longer current if you have been away from construction work for a prolonged period.

For example, SafeWork NSW says a White Card becomes void after two consecutive years without construction work. Queensland guidance also refers to a two-year period without construction work in its general construction induction requirements. Check the regulator in the state where you will work, especially if your card is old or you have been out of the industry.

What happens after you pass?

Once you successfully complete the training and assessment, your RTO records the outcome and arranges the relevant card process. Keep your Statement of Attainment and any confirmation supplied by the RTO. You will still need to complete the principal contractor's site-specific induction before starting work on a particular site.

A White Card can be recognised across Australian states and territories when it has been lawfully issued and remains current, but recognition does not remove local safety obligations. You may also need separate licences or competencies for work such as operating plant, working at heights, traffic control or asbestos removal.

So, how much should you budget?

For Eclipse Education, the current advertised starting price is from $99. Treat that as a guide rather than a permanent national price: choose your state and location, review the available session, and confirm the final amount and inclusions on the booking page.

If you are comparing another provider, do not pay simply because the price is low. Confirm the RTO, current unit, permitted delivery method, assessment requirements and card arrangements first. Saving a few dollars is not worthwhile if the course is not recognised for the construction work you intend to do.

Last checked: 10 August 2026. Regulators and providers can update prices and delivery requirements, so verify the current details before booking.