Course details

FREE | NZ Certificate in Building, Construction and Allied Trades Skills (Level 2)
NZQF Level 2

About the course

At the end of programme you will be able to:

  • Show good work habits and perform safe work practices in a workshop
  • Safely operate selected portable power and hand tools
  • Have good work habits with carpentry hand tools
  • Implement construction methods to complete a task

Industry-based Training

You will gain practical experience through project-based learning.

You are welcome to make an appointment to talk to a teaching staff member about this programme.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements


  • A personal interview is part of the application process. We want to talk with you to make sure this is the right programme for your needs.
  • This is an open entry programme which means no formal qualifications are required.
  • You must be aged 16 or over and you are required to have a reasonable reading level in order to cope with the programme and to carry out written instruction.

*This course is not available to international students.

About the provider

The Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) offers you over 160 qualifications from certificate and diploma, to degree and postgraduate level at campuses in Hawke's Bay, Tairāwhiti (Gisborne) and Auckland. Or learn at one of our Regional Learning Centres situated in Hastings, Maraenui, Ruatoria, Waipukurau and Wairoa. EIT Hawke's Bay is one of New Zealand's most attractive campuses with superb architecture and shaded outdoor areas for study on warm days. EIT Tairāwhiti two campuses are located in the heart of Gisborne, near the Taruheru River, and you can get more central than EIT Auckland location on Queen Street! When you choose to study at EIT you'll get the kind of experiences that will help you gain the knowledge and skills to get ahead, whether you want to break into your chosen career or change direction in life.

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