This article is a summary of the BCA Approved Construction Courses in Singapore for 2023. For a detailed introduction to these courses, please visit https://aesperonconstruction.sg/
These are the 3 best courses for construction workers in Singapore for 2023. By completing these courses, your construction worker will be considered an upskilled worker and can qualify for a lower levy.
BCA Approved Construction Courses
The Construction Registration of Tradesmen (CoreTrade) Scheme was introduced by the Building and Construction Authority (BCA) to allow the built environment sector to build up its core group of competent and experienced construction personnel in key construction trades and supervisory roles to anchor and lead the construction workforce.
The 3 Top Courses Are CoreTrade, Multiskill, and SEC(K) Courses by Aesperon Construction.
More information on the eligible courses for lowering construction worker levy: https://aesperonconstruction.sg/what-are-bcas-coretrade-courses-and-how-to-apply-2022/
What Is The Levy Rate for Workers with CoreTrade?
The levy rate is basically a pricing mechanism to regulate the number of foreign workers in Singapore and varies depending on the sector involved.
The levy rate that employers pay mainly depends on two factors:
- The worker’s qualifications.
- The number of Work permits or S Pass holders hired.
The levy rate for the construction sector are:
| Monthly | Daily | |
| Malaysians and NAS – Higher-Skilled | $300 | $9.87 |
| Malaysians and NAS – Basic-Skilled | $700 | $23.02 |
| NTS and PRC – Higher-Skilled, on MYE | $300 | $9.87 |
| NTS and PRC – Basic-Skilled, on MYE | $700 | $23.02 |
| NTS and PRC – Higher-Skilled, MYE waiver | $600 | $19.73 |
| NTS and PRC – Basic-Skilled, MYE waiver | $950 | $31.24 |
Just based on looking at the Foreign Worker Levy Scheme, it’s super worth it to register your workers for a CoreTrade course as it lowers the levy rate for you and upgrades your general builders to become more skilled in key construction trades and become recognized as certified CoreTrade personnel!
Now all you got to do is see whether your personnel are eligible for it!
How To Reduce Levy From Multi-Skill?
The levy rate is basically a pricing mechanism to regulate the number of foreign workers in Singapore and varies depending on the sector involved. The levy rate that employers pay mainly depends on two factors:
- The worker’s qualifications.
- The number of Work permits or S Pass holders hired.
Just based on looking at the Foreign Worker Levy Scheme, it’s super worth it to upgrade your workers to be multi-skilled! Now all you got to do is see whether your workers are eligible for it!
Entry Requirements:
To check your eligibility for these courses, please check our website here at aesperonconstruction.sg to find out more.
What is the SEC(K) Scheme?
SEC(K), which stands for Skills Evaluation Certificate (Knowledge), is a skills certification framework conducted by the Building and Construction Authority to assess a worker’s competency and skill in a particular construction trade.
Workers can apply for SEC(K) at the BCA Academy or at the BCA Approved Training and Testing Centres (ATTCs). Companies can also apply for their workers to take the 2nd SEC(K) at Overseas Test Centres (OTCs).
In the event that the worker has less than 4 years of construction experience in Singapore and only the first SEC/SEC(K), employers are unable to submit a Multi-Skilling application for the applicant as per the requirement.
If you need more information regarding any of the schemes and registration process or find out how you can upgrade your workforce and reduce your costs at the same time, call us at +65 6741 3131 or email us at hello@aesperon.com.sg for a no-obligations inquiry!
Benefits Of SEC(K)
The SEC(K) scheme allows workers in the construction industry to upskill to an R1 worker, thereby lowering their foreign worker levies. The Direct R1 Scheme was implemented in 2015 to provide another alternative pathway for the industry to upgrade its construction workers.
It allows those who pass the SEC(K) test at a higher skill level and draw a fixed monthly salary of $1,600 or more, to be considered R1 (Higher Skilled) workers; under the Ministry of Manpower Tiered-Levy Scheme.
For more information, please visit https://aesperonconstruction.sg/ or contact us here: https://aesperonconstruction.sg/contact-us/
