Traffic Control Courses in Sydney

Since 2000, we’ve been a Registered Training Organisation (RTO No. 91298)  and approved by SafeWork NSW (Approval No. RTO800042) to deliver traffic controller courses in Marrickville, which is within walking distance from Sydenham Station and a 10-minute train ride from Sydney CBD.

Our certifications are nationally recognised and valid for work across Australia.

Save Big $$$ with Our Traffic Control Packages!

Here’s what’s included:

✅ Comprehensive classroom training to make you job-ready!

✅ Mandatory Pre-learning activities that offer flexibility to learn at your own pace before attending classroom sessions

✅ Issued with an interim certificate upon classroom training and assessment that is valid for 90 days and to work as a traffic controller

✅ Learn from professional trainers who have extensive knowledge and experience in the industry.

✅ Assist with Employment in the Industry

✅ We will beat any price!

Traffic Controller Combo Course

Combined Traffic Management courses:

We are offering a discounted price for Traffic Controller courses plus a Traffic Implementer at a discounted price on the same day. Please note practical live assessment is an additional day. 

Course Structure 

  • Step One: Self-paced learning consists of videos and short answer questions, approximately 4-8 hours (varies per trainee’s relevant knowledge and skills). You must complete this activity prior to the course commencement. The purpose of the home learning is to provide you an oppurtunity to familiarise with the course content.
  • Step Two: Classroom training consists of learning and assessment activities. Upon successfully completing the course requirements, you will be issued a Statement of Completion approved by SafeWork NSW to commence employment as a traffic controller up to 90 days. 
  • Step Three: To obtain a traffic controller and traffic implementer cards (TCWT card) from SafeWork NSW and a Statement of Attainment for the skillset, you are required to complete a live practical assessment within 90 days. The live practical assessment will be conducted on an additional day from your face-to-face training to meet SafeWork NSW requirements. Upon completion of the live assessment, you will receive an unrestricted TCWT from SafeWork NSW allowing you to work as a Traffic Controller/Traffic Implementer in NSW. To book for this course refer to live practical assessment. 

Courses Structure:

Course Codes: Skillset RIISS00054 & RIISS00055

Course Duration: One (1) Day + Practical

Course Time: 8.00 am till 7.00 pm. (*Trainees whom finish their assessments early can leave early) 

Course Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

See course requirements.

Course Delivery


Course Outcomes

Getting Your SafeWork NSW Traffic Control Work Training (TCWT) Card

  1. Complete Your Training
  2. Live Practical Assessment (within 90 days) 
  3. Receive Your TCWT Cards
  4. Units You’ll Earn:
    By successfully completing this course, you’ll be awarded the following units:

    • RIIWHS201E – Work safely and follow WHS policies and work procedures
    • RIICOM201E – Communicate in the workplace
    • RIIWHS206 – Control traffic with portable traffic control devices and temporary traffic signs
    • RIIWHS205E – Control traffic with stop-slow bat
    • RIIWHS302E – Implement traffic management plans
    • RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes
    • RIIWHS303 – Position, set up, and program portable traffic control devices

Blue (TC) + Yellow (IMP) + White Card

Save Big $$$ with Our White Card and Traffic Control Combo Package incl. SafeWork fee!

Here’s what’s included:

✅ Convenient one-day White Card course available 7 days a week

✅ Comprehensive classroom training for both Traffic Controller and White Card courses

✅ Two sessions delivered in one day for Traffic Combo course on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays

✅ Flexible options to split traffic combo training over two  days if needed

✅ Pre-learning materials to prepare you for the classroom learning and assessment at your own pace

✅ Instant opportunity to work as a traffic controller upon course completion

✅ Increase your employment potential with all three essential cards

We are offering maximum flexilibilty to you regarding White Card days that we offer 7 days a week and Traffic Control Courses Tuesday, Thursday, Saturdays. Upon receiving confirmation email, please email us with your preferred white card date if not listed below.

Don’t miss out on this unbeatable offer! Boost your career prospects and secure your future in the industry. Enrol now and take the first step towards success! ️

Course Structure for White Card

  • Step One: Classroom training consists of learning and assessment activities. Upon successfully completing the course requirements, you will be issued a Statement of Completion approved (valid for 60 days) by SafeWork NSW to commence employment in the construction industry and a Statement of Attainment. 
  • Step Two: Receive White Card in the mail within 4 weeks of course completion. 

Course Code: CPCWHS1001

Course Duration: One (1) Day

Course Time: 9.30 am till 4.30 pm.

Course Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday

Course Structure for TC Combo

  • Step One: Self-paced learning consists of videos and short answer questions, approximately 4-8 hours (varies per trainee’s relevant knowledge and skills). You must complete this activity prior to the course commencement. The purpose of the home learning is to provide you an oppurtunity to familiarise with the course content.
  • Step Two: Classroom training consists of learning and assessment activities. Upon successfully completing the course requirements, you will be issued a Statement of Completion approved by SafeWork NSW to commence employment as a traffic controller up to 90 days. 
  • Step Three: To obtain a traffic controller and traffic implementer cards (TCWT card) from SafeWork NSW and a Statement of Attainment for the skillset, you are required to complete a live practical assessment within 90 days. The live practical assessment will be conducted on an additional day from your face-to-face training to meet SafeWork NSW requirements. Upon completion of the live assessment, you will receive an unrestricted TCWT from SafeWork NSW allowing you to work as a Traffic Controller/Traffic Implementer in NSW. To book for this course refer to live practical assessment. 

Course Codes: Skillset RIISS00054 & RIISS00055

Course Duration: One (1) Day + Practical

Course Time: 8.00 am till 7.00 pm. (*Trainees whom finish their assessments early can leave early) 

Course Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

See course requirements.

Please note live practical assessment is not included in this package. 


Traffic Controller (TCR)

Formerly known as Blue Card, our Traffic Controller course is an entry point into the traffic control industry. Also referred to as the ‘stop and go’ course, it equips you with the skills to understand and manage stopping and starting traffic using a stop/slow bat, portable traffic light, or boom gate. 

Course Code: RIISS00054 Traffic Controller 

Course Structure 

  • Step One: Self-paced learning consists of videos and short answer questions, approximately 4 hours (varies per trainee’s relevant knowledge and skills). You must complete this activity prior to the course commencement. The purpose of the home learning is to provide you an oppurtunity to familiarise with the course content.
  • Step Two: Classroom training consists of learning and assessment activities. Upon successfully completing the course requirements, you will be issued a Statement of Completion approved by SafeWork NSW to commence employment as a traffic controller up to 90 days. 
  • Step Three: To obtain a traffic controller card (TCWT card) from SafeWork NSW and a Statement of Attainment for the skillset, you are required to complete a live practical assessment within 90 days. The live practical assessment will be conducted on an additional day from your face-to-face training to meet SafeWork NSW requirements. Upon completion of the live assessment, you will receive an unrestricted TCWT from SafeWork NSW allowing you to work as a Traffic Controller in NSW. To book for this course refer to live practical assessment. 

See below the days for the face-to-face training and assessment. 

Course Time: 8.00 am till 3.30 pm. 

Course Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 

Practical Live Assessment: Wednesdays (In addition to course day – separate day) 

 See course requirements. 

White Card Add-on 

Moreover, it is noteworthy that many employers prioritise candidates with a White Card, allowing them to work on construction sites and expand their scope within traffic control roles. For information on the White Card course and our Traffic Control Combo deal, please refer to the respective sections. 

Course Outcomes

Getting Your SafeWork NSW Traffic Control Work Training (TCWT) Card

  1. Complete your training
  2. Complete your Live Practical Assessment
  3. Receiving Your TCWT Card:
  4. Units You’ll Earn:
    By successfully completing this course, you’ll be awarded the following units:

    • RIIWHS201E – Work safely and follow WHS policies and work procedures
    • RIICOM201E – Communicate in the workplace
    • RIIWHS206 – Control traffic with portable traffic control devices and temporary traffic signs
    • RIIWHS205E – Control traffic with stop-slow bat

Course Information

This course is for individuals responsible for traffic management on a site and road workers under their direction.

Upon completion of the course, a participant will be responsible for setting up, monitoring, and closing down traffic guidance schemes or work zone Traffic Management Plans. The course will also allow you to Position, set up, and program portable traffic control devices.

It applies to supervisory roles. These roles generally involve working in teams in live traffic environments and sharing some responsibility for others’ outcomes.

Course Structure 

  • Step One: Self-paced learning consists of videos and short answer questions, approximately 4 hours (varies per trainee’s relevant knowledge and skills). You must complete this activity prior to the course commencement. The purpose of the home learning is to provide you an oppurtunity to familiarise with the course content.
  • Step Two: Classroom training consists of learning and assessment activities. Upon successfully completing the course requirements, you will be issued a Statement of Completion approved by SafeWork NSW to commence employment as a traffic controller up to 90 days. 
  • Step Three: To obtain a traffic implementor card (TCWT card) from SafeWork NSW and a Statement of Attainment for the skillset, you are required to complete a live practical assessment within 90 days. The live practical assessment will be conducted on an additional day from your face-to-face training to meet SafeWork NSW requirements. Upon completion of the live assessment, you will receive an unrestricted TCWT from SafeWork NSW allowing you to work as a Traffic Controller in NSW. To book for this course refer to live practical assessment. 

See below the days for the face-to-face training and assessment. 

Course Time: 9.30 am till 6.30 pm 

Course Days: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday 

Practical Live Assessment: Wednesdays (In addition to course day – separate day) 

 See course requirements. 

White Card Add-on 

Moreover, it is noteworthy that many employers prioritise candidates with a White Card, allowing them to work on construction sites and expand their scope within traffic control roles. For information on the White Card course and our Traffic Control Combo deal, please refer to the respective sections. 

Course Time Table

Course Outcomes

Getting Your SafeWork NSW Traffic Control Work Training (TCWT) Card

  1. Complete Your Training:
  2. Live Practical Assessment
  3. Receive Your TCWT Card
  4. Units You’ll Earn:
    By successfully completing this course, you’ll be awarded the following units:

    • RIIWHS201E – Work safely and follow WHS policies and work procedures
    • RIICOM201E – Communicate in the workplace
    • RIIWHS302E – Implement traffic management plans
    • RIIRIS301E – Apply risk management processes
    • RIIWHS303 – Position, set up, and program portable traffic control devices

Practical Assessment

This is a 1 day course. You must have completed your TCR, IMP or COMBO course at Allies Training Centre, before you book for the practical assessment. License fees payable upon completion. You will be turned away and your fee will not be refunded if you book without reading requirements. 

Time: 10:30am – 4:30pm

Practical Assessment is a 1 day course, you must complete your practical assessment and book for it after you complete your learning. You must bring your 100 points of ID again.

Minimum of 5 days required for cancellations – no exceptions!

Entry Requirements

  • New entrants with no prior experience in the industry will need to complete the following pathway of training and assessment (see details below) 
  • Existing workers in the traffic control industry who wish to upgrade their licences to meet Safework NSW requirements. 
  • To be eligible to enrol in this training program, participants must be able to read and write English to a sufficient standard to work with the supplied texts and according to industry standards. In addition, participants will be required to complete a Language, Literacy and Numeracy assessment before course commencement. If you believe you will need assistance with your language, literacy, or numeracy skills, don’t hesitate to contact our office to discuss your training needs before making any course booking. 
  • All participants must produce 100 points of ID per SafeWork requirements.  

(See http://www.safework.nsw.gov.au/licences-and-registrations/licences/evidence-of-identity). 

This course has specific ID requirements. Please familiarise yourself with these requirements before attending the course, as an incorrect or wrong ID can prevent you from completing the course on your scheduled day. 

  • Be at least 17 years of age to participate in the training. 
  • Provide a USI (usi.gov.au) 
  • Have the physical capacity to demonstrate lifting equipment, signs and devices for training & assessment. 

Course Requirements

To undertake this training, it is COMPULSORY that students:

  1. Bring 100 points of ID on the day. You must show be able to show originals! Except for those that are digitally issues i.e. phone bills, registration papers, bank statements. See table below.
  2. Complete pre-course activities sent via email. Pre-course learning consists of multiple choice questions, video based learning, risk assessment activities, report writing skills, using communication devices and learning about industry standards. The duration varies depending on your previous knowledge and skills in communication and relevant industries. You will not be able to commence the course, unless you have provided evidence of completion to the course trainer, prior to the course commencement. These activities can take to 8-14 hours depending on the learner and course type. Re-booking fees may apply. 
  3. You must be able to read and write in English. A Language Literacy and Numeracy Assessment is provided prior to course commencement. If you have difficulty, we recommend you call us before making a booking.
  4. You must have your ORIGINAL 100 points of ID and pre-learning completed on the course day,
  5. You must complete your practical exam within 90 days of course completion to receive your Statement of Attainment and Traffic Control Work Tickets.

Identity Requirements

Australian or Overseas Persons in Australia  

  • Must have 100 points of ID confirming their Date of Birth, Address, Photo and address using combination of IDs as per the table below.
  •  EOI form.
  • The minimum age requirement to do the traffic control course is 17 years old. You must be at least 17 years old when you join your class.

Please bring original 100 points of ID. NO PHOTOCOPIES, NO PICTURES OF ID WILL BE ACCEPTED.  If you have less than 100 points, contact our office before the course date. You will not be allowed to commence the course and no refund will be issued. Re-enrolment is full course fee.

Type of Identification ID Document Points Value
Primary:
Only 1 document can be used
Australian Birth Certificate/card issued by the registrar of births, deaths and marriages 70
Passport - Australian or International (Current or expired within last 2 years, but not cancelled) 70
Australian citizenship certificate 70
Secondary:
Multiple documents can be used
Current Australian driver's license, Photo ID, Australian fire arms license or boat operator permit 40
Credit/Savings cards/bank statements FROM AUSTRALIAN INSTITUTIONS (Maximum of 2, must be from different banks, bank card and statements from the same bank count as 1 form of ID) 25
Government issued card such as Department of Veterans Affairs card, Current Centrelink card, Medicare 25
Utility bills issued in the last (3) months - for example water, electricity, gas, telephone. Viewing an applicant’s account and personal profile details within their online account (i.e. not a statement) is not acceptable. (AUSTRALIAN) 25
Current Vehicle registration or insurance papers 25

Frequently asked questions

When do I get my TCR or IMP card?

  1. You will be issued a interim certificate (Statement of Completion) on the day of training. This interim certificate is valid for 90 days of work.
  2. You will need to complete a practical assessment on the road, we will provide you dates once you finish the learning and theory assessments. Practical course fee is $79. After your practical assessment, you will be issued a Statement of Attainment (qualification).
  3. SafeWork card fee is also payable upon course completion. The lodgement for each card is $25 (combo is $50 for both IMP and TCR cards).
  4. The physical TCR or IMP (blue/yellow ticket) card is sent by Safe Work NSW within 3-4 weeks of course completion.

Whats the difference between Traffic Control Course and Implement and Manage traffic plans?

  1. Traffic control course is for those wishing to start their career in the construction industry.
  2. Implement and Manage traffic plans is for those that would like to have more of a supervisorial role in the traffic control industry, setting up and setting down traffic management zones.

Why do I need 100 points of ID?

  1. It is a requirement by SafeWork NSW, you must be able to present 100 points of ID. See requirements tab for more information on ID.

What payment methods do you have?

  1. You can pay via credit card, PayPal, over the phone or cash on the day of the course.
  2. PayPal – we are now offering 4 small easy payments via PayPal. If you have a PayPal account, it’s quick and easy. Just select “pay in 4 payments” via PayPal checkout.
  3. Invoices can be sent out, however must be paid in advance to secure spots for courses at least 48 hours prior to the course to confirm seats.

I am an International Student, can I do this course?

  • If you are an International Student, you can only complete skillsets and qualifications at CRICOS approved RTOs. Allies Security Services PTY LTD is not a CRICOS approved RTO as of yet.

Please contact us via email at accounts@alliessecurity.edu.au or on (02) 9557 7466 for any queries. 

Refund Policy

  1. If you fail to bring appropriate identification on the day you will not be eligible for a refund – you will have to reschedule your course, paying full course fee again.
  2. If you are found not yet competent for a course, there is no refund. Re-assessment fee applies.
  3. Re-scheduling/cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance, regardless of when the booking was made
  4. Late arrivals of more than 15 minutes will be dismissed from the course. Re-enrolment is full course fee. 
  5. $29 non-refundable booking fee for any cancellations prior to 48 hours.
  6. You MUST KNOW ENGLISH (read, write and speak), if you are not sure, please do not proceed with the booking. If you proceed to book and you do not have sufficient English skills, there will be no refund if cancellation is not made 48 hours before the course.

48 hour written notice is required for TCR/IMP/COMBO cancellations. Contact us here.

Practical Exam requires 5 days notice – regardless of when the booking was made! Non-refundable/Non-transferable as we have external permits and locations booked in advance for the practical assessment. Contact us here.

We are a Registered Training Organisation since 2000 and approved by Safework NSW to offer traffic controller courses in Sydney’s Innerwest, Marrickville.

The traffic control course is for those that wish to kickstart their career as a traffic controller and start immediately earning!

There are two types of courses:

Traffic controller/Blue card: upon completion of this program you are authorised to control traffic using stop and go signs, and portable traffic lights. To obtain an unrestricted license you must complete self-paced learning activities prior to the face to face training session and complete live practical assessment.

Implement traffic management plan/Yellow card: upon completion of this course, you will be able to implement traffic controller plan and offer services as a supervisor. To obtain an unrestricted license you must complete self-paced learning activities prior to the face to face training session and complete live practical assessment. Employers prefer potential candidates to hold both licenses

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