If you're looking for a course that will save you money and provide valuable guidance, then this Home Building & Renovating Course is perfect for you. The average renovation in Sydney can cost more than the average annual income, so equipping yourself with the right knowledge is crucial.
In this course, you'll explore how to select the best design for your needs, engage professional advice, confidently navigate council planning approvals, and choose the right builder. You’ll also learn how to ensure your construction is completed to a high standard – on time and within budget.
An added bonus is the architectural appraisal of your plans (if available), helping you avoid common renovation pitfalls by understanding every stage and requirement of the journey.
Course Outline
- Clarifying needs, intentions, and project goals
- Developing a strategy: budget, timeframes, and approvals
- Understanding contracts and working with builders
Schedule & Pricing
- Duration: 1 day
- Time: 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
- Price: $329
- Upcoming dates: 11 July 2026 and 14 November 2026
You will learn
- Understand the home building and renovating process holistically
- Confidently plan, budget and manage a project from start to finish
- Navigate council approvals and engage professionals effectively
You will get
- Architectural appraisal of your plans (if available)
- Course handouts and worksheets
- Certificate of Completion
Appropriate for
Ideal for individuals preparing for a building project or seeking a comprehensive understanding of home building and renovations.
What to bring
- A notepad and pen
- Your building plans (if applicable)
- Questions or issues related to your project
What to wear
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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