Institute of Technology or Polytechnic

New Zealand Certificate in Plumbing, Gasfitting and Drainlaying (Pre-Apprenticeship)

This course is available

On-Campus

Level of Study

Certificate

Duration

22 weeks

Next start date

Expected Feb 2027

Campus

Palmerston North Campus

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Summary

Overview

This programme covers everything from water supply systems and building envelopes to drainlaying, plumbing maintenance, foul water, and an introduction to gasfitting.

Graduate with the confidence to assist licensed professionals under supervision and be fully prepared to step into an apprenticeship leading to a New Zealand Level 4 trade qualification in one or more of these trades.

This qualification spans all three areas, making it perfect for anyone eager to enter the industry and start building a future without needing an apprenticeship agreement upfront.

Entry criteria

Domestic Entry Requirements

To meet level and health requirements, candidates must be physically able to carry out the practical components of the programme.

International Entry Requirements

The minimum entry requirements for international students is an IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible).

In addition to this, international applicants under the age of 20 must have NCEA equivalency.

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