White Card NSW Course

Frequently Asked Questions

• How long is the NSW White Card valid for?

  Your White Card doesn’t have an expiry date, but if you haven’t worked on a construction site for 2 or more years, it’s considered invalid. You’ll need to redo the White Card course to get a valid card again.

• What are the 100 points of ID I need to bring with me?

  For White Card training in NSW, you generally need to present ID documents totalling at least 100 points on the training day. Alternative arrangements apply to eligible students, as explained below.

  Your documents must identify you by your full name and collectively show your photo, date of birth, signature and current residential address.

  Primary identification – use only one
  Document	Points
  Australian or overseas passport—current, or expired within the last two years but not cancelled	70
  Australian birth certificate or birth card	70
  Australian citizenship certificate	70
  Secondary identification – combine documents as needed
  Document	Points
  Current Australian driver licence or learner permit	40
  Current Australian state or territory photo card or proof-of-age card	40
  Current Australian boat operator licence with a photo	40
  Current Australian-issued high-risk work licence	40
  Current NSW firearms licence with a photo	40
  Australian police or Defence photo ID	40
  Current Medicare card	25
  Bank debit/credit card or bank statement	25
  Current Centrelink card	25
  Current vehicle registration papers	25
  Electricity, gas or water bill issued within the last three months	25
  Phone account issued within the last three months	25

  You can count a maximum of two bank cards or statements, and they must come from different banks.

  For example, an Australian driver licence (40 points), Medicare card (25 points) and bank card (25 points) total only 90 points. You would need another accepted document.

  Do I need original documents?

  Yes. Bring the original documents, rather than photocopies or photographs. NSW digital driver licences are accepted through the live Service NSW app, rather than a screenshot.

  If your documents show different names, contact us before your course to confirm the supporting change-of-name evidence required.

  Alternative arrangements for recent overseas arrivals

  If you have been in Australia for less than six weeks and are not ordinarily an Australian resident, you may use:

  – Your passport or an equivalent international travel document; and
  – A current driver licence or bank credit/savings card, issued in Australia or overseas.

  A visa alone does not replace the required travel document.

  Alternative arrangements for current high school students

  Eligible secondary school students may use one of these options:

  – A school ID displaying the school crest or seal, your photo, name and date of birth.
  – An eligible birth certificate, citizenship certificate, passport, or current Australian driver licence or learner permit.
  – A statement on school letterhead confirming your name and date of birth.

  Contact us before your course to confirm your documents and any evidence of current enrolment needed.

  Alternative arrangements for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students

  You may use two written identification statements from authorised referees on their organisation’s letterhead. Contact us beforehand so we can explain who can provide these statements and what they need.

• Who can enrol in a White Card course in NSW?

  Anyone aged 14 years or older can enrol in White Card training in New South Wales.

  There are no formal qualifications required.

  However, participants must have a basic level of English reading, writing, and verbal communication to understand safety concepts and complete assessment tasks.

  White Card training is suitable for school leavers, job seekers, tradespeople, apprentices, and anyone preparing to enter the construction industry or other high-risk work environments.

• Can international students or visa holders get a NSW White Card?

  Yes. International students and temporary visa holders, including those on Student, Working Holiday, or Skilled Work visas, are eligible to complete White Card training in NSW.

  You’ll need to provide valid photo ID and meet SafeWork NSW’s 100 points of identification requirement (listed above).

  Once issued, your White Card is valid throughout Australia.

• Is the White Card training course mandatory in NSW?

  Yes. White Card training is legally required under SafeWork NSW regulations for anyone who carries out construction work or needs to access an operational construction site.

  This includes labourers, apprentices, tradies, site supervisors, engineers, delivery drivers, and even office staff who visit live construction zones.

  Without a valid White Card, you cannot legally enter or work on these sites in NSW.

• Can I complete my White Card training online in NSW?

  Yes. But it is in a live virtual classroom. It is not possible to do the white card online at your own pace. This is only possible in Tasmania and Western Australia.

  We offer online instructor-led White Card training in NSW, which is fully approved by SafeWork NSW.

  This delivery method involves a live virtual classroom where you interact with your trainer in real time.

  You’ll complete the same accredited course as in-person participants, just from the comfort of your own home or workplace.

  A working webcam, microphone, and reliable internet connection are required as well as the 4 items of PPE.

  Only people that require no support are eligible to do the course this way. If you feel you may require support in the class, you should attend one of our 12 face-to-face locations across NSW.

• How do I book a White Card course in NSW?

  Pick your location and a date that works for you. Click enrol, fill in your details, and pay. You’ll get a confirmation email with your course date, venue, and what to bring. Show up with your ID and complete the course. Make sure you’ve got your USI (Unique Student Identifier) ready before you start.

  Need a USI? Go to usi.gov.au and click “Get a USI”.

  Can’t remember it? Use the “Find my USI” tool on the same site.

  They are easy to get; it only takes a few minutes. Once you get one, it’s yours for life and you don’t need to get one again.

• Can I get RPL for this course?

  We do not offer RPL for any white card courses in Australia due to state regulations. You must attend the white card course to get a white card.

• Language, Literacy and Numeracy Requirements

  You don’t need to be fluent in English to do this White Card course in NSW. A basic level is fine as long as you can follow along, understand safety instructions, and communicate with your trainer.

  That means being able to read simple signs and short texts, write basic answers on forms, and follow verbal instructions during the session. A bit of basic numeracy helps too, like reading times or simple measurements.

  If English is your second language, that’s completely fine. Just make sure you’re comfortable enough to participate and take in the safety content.

  If you require LLN assistance, please let us know before booking. We may be able to offer support, make reasonable adjustments, or recommend alternative options.