How long does a career change to Construction Worker take?

Via the "Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)" route, expect 66–72 months.

What does a career change to Construction Worker cost?

Estimated costs are CHF 100–3'000.

Do I need a regular apprenticeship for Construction Worker?

Not necessarily. With work experience you can earn the qualification via Art. 32 VPETA, saving about 36 months.

How much do you earn as Construction Worker?

The median salary is ~CHF 69'000 per year (approximate).

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Career change

Career change to Construction Worker

You get hands-on at construction sites – pouring concrete, building walls, digging.

You don't need a second youth apprenticeship. With work experience there's a realistic route to the Construction Worker qualification — here are the duration, costs and how your experience is recognised.

Career change via experience (Art. 32 BBG)

Duration

66–72 months

Costs

CHF 100–3'000

Salary after

~CHF 69'000

✓ Art. 32 VPETA· saves ~36 months

Typically 5+ years of relevant work experience let you sit the final qualification exam directly — without a regular apprenticeship.

How the path works

1
Work experience
60 months
2
Final apprenticeship exam (Art. 32 BBG)
6–12 months · CHF 100–3'000

Salary progression

Entry

~CHF 55'000

Mid

~CHF 69'000

Senior

~CHF 84'180

Approximate values — they vary by region, employer and experience.

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