Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Otago PolytechnicNew Zealand Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4)
Level of Study
Certificate
Summary
About the programmeLearn from professionals to become a qualified carpenter.
Most of your learning will take place on-site while you're studying the Certificate in Carpentry. An experienced trade-qualified assessor will assess your work during regular on-site visits.
The Otago Polytechnic app is a tool that can be used by carpentry apprentices to capture the notes, images, dates and locations of their on-site practical work for assessment.
Offsite training will be provided during day release courses at either the Dunedin or Central Otago Campus (in Cromwell). You will learn through classroom activities and practical tutorials.
All staff are trade and teacher qualified and will provide full support for your learning needs.
Career options
- Carpenter
- Foreman
- Site Manager
- Licenced Building Practitioner
- Construction Supervisor
- Project Manager
Entry criteria
Entry Entry requirements- No academic entry requirements.
- You must be working in the construction industry as an employee or contractor and must be supervised by industry professionals prepared to support your training.
- You will need to enter into a training agreement with your employer and Otago Polytechnic.
Please contact one of our apprentice assessors (see Contact us section below for contact details) to make an initial appointment to discuss your apprenticeship.
English Language requirementsIf English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance OR
- Overall Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR
- New Zealand Certificate in English Language (Level 3) - with the General, Workplace, or Academic endorsement, or
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for internationally recognised proficiency tests and proficiency outcomes for international students).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
Please note: This programme is not available to international students.
Disclaimer