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New Zealand Certificate in Plumbing, Gasfitting and Drainlaying (Level 3)

Level of Study

Certificate

Summary

About the programme

With the need for housing, new builds and commercial or community projects increasing, the demand for workers within the plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying trades will remain strong for years to come.

Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers assemble, install and repair pipes, drains and fixtures that supply water and gas or remove waste.

Career options include a Plumber, Drainlayer, GasfitterRooferHeating and Ventilation Installer and Heat Pump Installer.

This hands-on, pre-apprenticeship programme will give you the work-ready skills you need to enter an apprenticeship - your first step on the path to becoming fully qualified.

You'll train in our workshops and learn through on-the-job simulations. Work-site style activities will teach you how to work as part of a team, follow instructions, understand regulatory roles and health and safety protocols, and to practise the language and culture of the trade.

Entry criteria

Entry Entry requirements Academic requirements
  • Open entry.
English Language requirements

If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.

Other requirements

You must be physically able to undertake the practical components of this programme.

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