White Card Chermside

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the ID that I need?

  You must present 3 forms of ID. One must be a photo ID. The ID can be from Australia or NZ.

  If you are on a visa, you can use your overseas ID but one of the 3 items used must be your visa. 

  That’s the simple way to understand the ID requirements. Everyone need three things. To see the official ID requirements you can read below.

  Identification Requirements for White Card in Queensland

  1 – If you are in Australia on a Visa. You can use your Visa, Passport and one other ID document from your home country

  2 – If you are a student in High school you can use your School ID and one document from the category A or B below

  3 – If you do not fall into either category above you must follow the standard ID requirements that are listed below

  ID Requirements (essential that is is in original format and not photos): RTO must sight, three matching, original, evidence of identity (EOI) documents before undertaking GCIT. Please see the list of acceptable documents below. Please note that it is essential for your ID to be original and from Australia (your passport can be foreign).

  The EOI documents must comprise either: • One (1) Category A document and two (2) Category B documents, or • Two (2) Category A documents and one (1) Category B document. 

  At least one Category A document must be photographic and show the person’s full name. 

  At least one Category A or B document must show the person’s date of birth and signature. 

  Category B documents must be Australian-issued documents.  

  Category A documents Status 

  • Australian Birth / Bicentennial Birth Certificate (born in 1988) – full (not Extract or Commemorative Certificate) 

  • Australian Citizenship Certificate / Naturalisation Certificate 

  • Department of Home Affairs (DHA) – Certificate of Evidence of Resident Status – Visa Evidence Card (with PLO56 Visa) 

  • Queensland or Federal police officer photo identity card. Current 

  • Australian passport 

  • Australian Certificate of Identity, Document of Identity, Titre de Voyage, Document de Voyage 

  • Foreign passport 

  • Australian photo driver licence 

  • Queensland Government issued photographic high risk work licence 

  • Queensland Accreditation / Authorisation: driver/rider trainer; pilot/escort vehicle driver; dangerous goods driver; tow truck driver/assistant; traffic controller; passenger transport driver (bus, taxi, limousine). Current or expired less than two years 

  • DHA – ImmiCard; Temporary or Resident Visa; Document for travel to Australia. Note: Electronic Travel Authority (ETA) is not accepted. Valid up to five years after issue • Queensland Card 18+ (laminated). Issued after 01/01/1992 

  Category B documents – must be Australian issued documents Status 

  • Australian Defence Force photo identity card (excluding civilians) 

  • Australian Firearm Licence (with photo) 

  • Australian Security Guard/Crowd Controller Licence (with photo) 

  • Department of Veterans’ Affairs/Centrelink Pensioner Concession Card (including Healthcare card) 

  • Education institution student identity document (must include photo and/or signature) 

  • Financial institution debit/credit card (must include signature and embossed/printed name) 

  • Medicare card; Department of Human Services BasicsCard 

  • Interstate government-issued or government-approved photo identity card. Current

  For any further questions or clarifications, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to assist you throughout the enrolment process.

• What do I need to bring with me on training day?

  Bringing the correct ID is essential — it’s one of the most important requirements on the day.

  Please review our ID Requirements section before attending to ensure you have the right documents.

  If you didn’t supply your USI (Unique Student Identifier) at enrolment, you’ll also need to bring that with you.

  Other than that, just bring yourself and a positive attitude.

  You’re not required to wear or bring any construction gear or PPE — standard, comfortable clothing and enclosed shoes are fine.

  All necessary equipment and materials will be provided at the venue.

  You’ll be fully prepared to complete your course and walk away with your official White Card immediately after you have finished.

• How do I find the Chermside venue?

  Your course is held at the Kedron Community Church (Uniting Church) — corner of Gympie Rd and Rode Rd, Chermside.

  Once you arrive, walk to the Kedron Community Church Head Office.

  The seminar room is located directly in front of the office — this is where your class will be held.

• Parking & Transport?

  Access Options:

  • By car: Enter via Gympie Rd (through the Aldi driveway) or from Henry St (next to the Thrift Shop).

  • By public transport: There’s a bus stop directly in front of the venue on Gympie Rd (Bus Stop ID: 003872).

• Do you have after hours courses or other course dates?

  If you’re after an evening or after-hours course, we run these sessions at our Brisbane CBD location.

  We also offer White Card courses at 8 convenient locations across Brisbane and South East QLD.

  You can view all venues and upcoming dates in one place on our QLD White Card page.

• 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

  To successfully complete the White Card course (CPCWHS1001 – Prepare to work safely in the construction industry), all students must have a basic level of English language, literacy and numeracy. This ensures you can understand safety information and participate safely in the training.

  You must be able to:

  • Read and understand simple safety signs, instructions, and short texts
  • Write basic information, such as completing forms and short written answers
  • Communicate clearly in English with the trainer and other participants
  • Follow verbal instructions during activities and assessments
  • Understand simple numeracy, such as reading times, basic measurements, or quantities related to safety

   

  You must have a level of English that allows you to fully participate in the course. If you are unsure, please contact us and we can help assess whether this course is suitable for you.

  Support

  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.