Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Otago PolytechnicNew Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Carpentry) (Level 3)
Level of Study
Certificate
Summary
Get the foundational skills and knowledge of worksite safety and tools, providing you with a head-start for a future apprenticeship. Enjoy hands-on training in our workshops and building projects in a supportive environment without the pressure of a real-world worksite.
About the programmeCarpentry involves the construction and maintenance of buildings, and there is high demand for qualified carpenters.
This programme will give you the work-ready skills to enter the construction trades as an apprentice carpenter working under supervision.
With additional training and/or experience, you could become a carpenter, junior and senior foreperson, or be self-employed.
During your studies you will enjoy hands-on training in our workshops and the chance to be involved in real-world, community-based building projects – which will lead to you gaining knowledge about health and safety, trade calculations and hand tools.
Entry criteria
Entry Entry requirements- Open entry.
- Special and discretionary admission options are available.
- International students will be individually assessed to ensure they are ready for this study.
If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance OR
- Overall Academic IELTS 5.0 (general, no band score lower than 5.0) achieved in one test completed in the last two years, 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.
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