STAR Construction Skills
Course details
| NZQF Level | 2 |
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About the course
Discover if carpentry is right for you while still in secondary school with the UCOL STAR Construction Skills course.
##### Quick info
Level: 2
Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North
Duration: One day per week for six weeks (Monday).
Dates:
23 May 2025 – 27 Jun 2025
10 Oct 2025 – 7 Nov 2025
Domestic Fees:
Fees-free to learners. Fees apply to participating schools.
Need Some Advice?Apply NowPDFEnrolment Guide and Form - Domestic StudentsDownload the Enrolment Guide and Form - Domestic Students.Are you interested in putting things together and creating things from wood? Are you interested in building? If so, the UCOL STAR Construction Skills course could be for you. You'll gain a base understanding and the core skills required to construct a utility building on-site at UCOL.
How to apply
If you're interested in applying for the UCOL STAR Construction Skills course, talk to your careers advisor at school. Application is arranged in partnership with your parents/caregivers and your school.
About the provider
UCOL in its many forms has been part of the community for more than a century. We are a proud example of a successful Institute of Technology and Polytechnic. We have a rich heritage and much to contribute to the future of vocational learning.
When you study with UCOL you’re much more than a number. We take the time to get to know you, to understand who you are. By sharing your strengths and what you want to achieve, we can truly help you get to where you want to be.
At UCOL, we’re here to support you all the way. Studying can be a challenge, we get that.
Study takes commitment, which, together with a learning style that suits you and the support you need, is a very powerful combination. At UCOL we encourage resilience and build self-confidence while you learn - providing our students with even greater opportunities.
As a student studying on or off campus, you can expect to learn skills and gain knowledge that sets you on your way. Gaining a qualification is a wonderful achievement that is earned, not given. We encourage you to stay in touch and make life-long learning a part of your journey. Ultimately, we want you to find your own place, whatever that may mean for you.
Our networks with local employers go beyond one-way exchanges, we value meaningful connections that are mutually beneficial. These relationships keep our education grounded, our programmes relevant, and job opportunities real. Our approach is truly collaborative.
UCOL graduates are well-rounded and possess the skills and values employers are looking. They are valued members of their local community. With campuses in Palmerston North, Whanganui, Wairarapa and Horowhenua, and various delivery locations, we’re well known throughout the central and lower North Island.
Being close to our communities is a vital part of who we are. We strive to deepen connections and help our communities to grow and prosper. We aspire to build positive, meaningful relationships that benefit our students and graduates. That is why we exist.