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New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Level 3)
NZ2834
Course details
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Jul 2025Feb 2026
- One year
- Full-time
- $9,300*
- You may qualify for fee-free study under MPTT*
- Level 3
- Available for International Students. International Fee Guideline
- Hamilton Rotokauri Campus
Summary
Get ahead and gain the work-ready skills to excel in a building and construction apprenticeship.
This one-year course will help you develop your technical knowledge and practical skills in many aspects of building and the construction industry. Become knowledgeable about the basic principles and practices for general construction, including calculations, communications, health and safety, site-safe passports, first aid, and hand power tools. You will also learn about tools, machines, timber, and construction support structures.
Enjoy hands-on training in our workshops and building projects in a supportive environment with our industry-expert tutors. Our graduates go on to become carpenters, builders, project managers, and much more.
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Carpentry strand
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARP3121 | Preliminary Works for Construction | 3 | 15 | ||
| CARP3122 | Skill Development for Construction | 3 | 15 | ||
| CARP3123 | Support Structures for Building Work | 3 | 15 | ||
| CARP3124 | Wall and Roof Structures for Building | 3 | 15 | ||
| CARP3125 | Exterior Envelope | 3 | 15 | ||
| CARP3126 | Interior Linings and Finishing | 3 | 15 |
Career/further opportunities
Graduates will have the skills and knowledge to work as a labourer or an apprentice. With additional training and/or experience, they may go on to further roles in the construction industry such as carpenter, plasterer, painter, or roofer. They may wish to register as a Licensed Building Practioner.
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Entry criteria
General admission
There is open entry to this programme although you must demonstrate a reasonable likelihood of success.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 5, with no individual band score lower than 5; or equivalent.
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Semester 2 2026
Whānau evening:
Date: Thursday 10 July 2025
Time: 5.30pm-6.30pm
Venue: G Block, Student Street, Rotokauri Campus
Induction day:
Date: Tuesday 15 July 2025
Time: 8am-4pm
Venue: G Block, Student Street, Rotokauri Campus
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