New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the protective coatings sector with tradespeople who are skilled protective coatings applicators and who can supervise trade assistants.

Learners will benefit by having a qualification that recognises specialised skills and knowledge in protective coatings application and in supervision, supports improved job performance, and enhances employment opportunities.

The protective coatings industry will benefit by having staff with recognised skills and knowledge to competently and consistently apply protective coatings and supervise the preparation of surfaces.

This qualification is targeted at people who have attained the New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings (Level 3), but is also a credential for those already working in the protective coatings industry.

It is recommended that candidates have a current workplace first aid certificate covering unit standards 26551, 26552 (or equivalent).

Qualification in the New Zealand Certificate in Protective Coatings (Level 3) is a prerequisite to enrolment in this qualification. Recognition of Current Competence (RCC) may be an option.

MITO is part of Te Pūkenga Work Based Learning, a subsidiary of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.

We facilitate training for the automotive, commercial road transport, extractives, gas, and logistics industries. We work with learners, their employers and training providers, to ensure people get the best possible opportunities to learn and advance their career, while developing a skilled workforce for the industries we serve.

To enrol in a MITO training programme you must be employed in one of the industries that MITO supports and your employer must be able to support your training, as you will complete your qualification on-the-job. This means you will be learning and earning!