Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT)New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills - Carpentry
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
6 weeks
Next start date
Expected Feb 2027
Campus
Richmond Campus
Summary
Get your building career off to a great start with a qualification that prepares you for the workforce.
Want to be part of the building and construction industry? This programme is the perfect way to get started with an apprenticeship or an entry-level job.
Construction is for you if you enjoy working outdoors on large-scale projects. At our Richmond Campus, you'll train in a real-life, all-weather construction environment, getting hands-on experience that's highly valued by employers.
Our programme not only prepares you for jobs but also makes it easier to land an apprenticeship. Many students secure apprenticeships even before finishing the programme, thanks to our strong industry connections.
Our tutors are qualified building practitioners with extensive industry experience. Our facilities include a carpentry barn and an enclosed construction yard, which provide practical, hands-on experience.
NMIT students often excel in regional and national competitions like the Apprentice of the Year, showcasing the high-quality education and real-world skills you’ll gain here.
Our programme is backed by the Industry Training Association Building (ITaB) scheme and the BCITO, ensuring you get the best possible start in your construction career.
Women in construction
According to BCITO, the number of women entering the construction industry is on the rise. In 2015, less than 1% of apprentices training through BCITO were female, but by 2023, that number had risen to 6.12%
Read about women in construction
Career opportunities
As a graduate, you can step into roles like:
- Entry-level construction site worker
- Pre-cut factory worker
- Retail positions in the construction industry
- Drafting or architectural roles
Entry criteria
This programme has no minimum academic requirements
English language requirementsApplicants for whom English or te reo Māori is not a first language are required to provide proof of English proficiency.
The required level of proficiency for this programme is IELTS (General) score of 5 with no individual band lower than 5 from a single test taken in the preceding two years, or an equivalent described in NZQA Rules.
Domestic learners who have completed the majority or all of their education in New Zealand are deemed to have met this requirement.
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