New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Painting and Plastering) (Level 3)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
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About the course
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- Work safely and in accordance with compliance and regulatory requirements in the construction trades sector.
- Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers within the construction industry.
- Read and use specifications and drawings to complete introductory construction projects.
- Perform introductory applied calculations to complete a range of familiar tasks in the construction sector.
Graduates of the Painting and Plastering strand will also be able to:
- Collaborate with other trades in the completion of projects utilising generic construction industry terminology.
- Identify and correctly use hand tools and materials to complete familiar tasks in the allied trades.
- Execute assigned project work for allied trades.
Entry Requirements
Open Entry
Employment, Cultural, Community Pathway
Graduates of this qualification will be able to enter employment in trades within the construction industry as a labourer or an apprentice. With additional training or experience they may go on to further roles in the construction industry such as carpenter, joiner, plasterer, painter or roofer.
Additional Course Related Costs
- Steel cap boots
- Overalls
- Gloves
- Safety glasses
- Hearing protection
Please note
- Personal protection equipment (PPE) is mandatory for certain tasks.
- You may be able to get a Student Loan for these course-related costs.
- This list of tools can be discussed with your tutor.
- Security provisions and insurance cover are the responsibility of the students.
- WITT accepts no responsibility for the loss or damage of personal tools and equipment
Changes for new learners
WITT and this programme are part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
About the provider
The Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) is a quality Government-owned tertiary education institution based in New Zealand's cultural and surfing hub. Taranaki is a beautiful region defined by its wonderful snow-capped mountain, extensive coastline, great surfing and many opportunities for outdoor activities. WITT is the only state tertiary institution in Taranaki and offers courses from certificate to degree level across a wide range of areas, including Business, Nursing, Hospitality, Te Reo Māori, Humanities, Media, Art, Electrical, Engineering, Automotive, Welding, Carpentry, Architecture, Computing, Fitness, Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Make-up Artistry, Social Sciences and Agriculture. WITT also specialises in English language tuition and foundation programmes for overseas students.