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Course details

New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry
NZQF Level 4

About the course

This comprehensive certificate is for you if you are an apprentice or experienced carpenter working in industry.

This is a managed apprenticeship programme and partnership with Te Pūkenga NMIT, your employer and you as the apprentice. You will be in full employment while you learn and attend block courses throughout the year.

How do I start my apprenticeship

It's easy! Give one of our qualified apprenticeship tutors a call, and they'll walk you through how you can get started.

Apprentice tutor Mobile number
Andy Woolley 027 242 1754
Bill Marsden 027 207 5962
Dave Sinclair 027 277 6938
Nick Robinson 027 233 9014
Kayne Thomson 027 224 7406
Entry requirements

Applicants under 20 years

  • At least 8 credits at NCEA Level 1 showing basic literacy; or equivalent
  • At least 8 credits at NCEA Level 1 showing basic numeracy; or equivalent

Applicants 20 years and over

  • No minimum academic requirements

All applicants

  • Likelihood of success on the programme demonstrated by an interview
  • Must be an apprentice with a Te Pukenga NMIT Training Agreement between themselves, NMIT and their employer. Please note that apprentices are enrolled on the programme in consultation with their employer. 

OR

  • An experienced carpenter with at least seven years experience in the building and construction industry as evidenced by a portfolio and two referees.

English Language requirements

Applicants whose first language is not English are required to demonstrate an IELTS academic score of 5.5 (with at least 5.0 in each band) in the last two years; OR equivalent. 

Career opportunities & pathways

Graduates will be able to understand and apply industry-specific knowledge and skills to work as a competent tradesperson and become a Licenced Building Practioner. They may choose to specialise in residential, industrial, commercial or multi-storey construction and will have a wide range of opportunities for work in all sectors of the building and construction industry or progress onto further study.

About the provider

At NMIT, our goal is to ensure you graduate work-ready and confident in your knowledge and skills to step into a successful career. Our wrap-around support services guide you through the process of learning, teaching you skills for life and ensuring your well-being is supported so you can focus on achieving your goals. 

NMIT strives to make meaningful and positive change to the businesses and members in our community. For nearly 120 years, we have stood strong as a cornerstone for high-quality tertiary education and community engagement Te Tauihu (the Top of the South). 

This means when you join NMIT, you become connected to a network of industry partners and employment opportunities that can open doors for you. Our passionate tutors across multiple study areas are highly regarded and influential in their chosen fields.

Whatever path you wish to pursue, we'll do what we can to help you reach your goal. Our internationally recognised qualifications are yours for the taking, and the journey to get them can be a rewarding and uplifting experience. 

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