New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry

Entry criteria

Applicants under 20 years

• At least 8 credits at NCEA Level 1 showing basic literacy; or equivalent
• At least 8 credits at NCEA Level 1 showing basic numeracy; or equivalent

Applicants 20 years and over

• No minimum academic requirements

All applicants

• Likelihood of success on the programme demonstrated by an interview
• Must be an apprentice with a Te Pukenga NMIT Training Agreement between themselves, NMIT and their employer. Please note that apprentices are enrolled on the programme in consultation with their employer.

OR

• An experienced carpenter with at least seven years experience in the building and construction industry as evidenced by a portfolio and two referees.

English Language requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate an IELTS academic score of 5.5 (with at least 5.0 in each band) in the last two years; OR equivalent.