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New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Road Transport (Heavy Vehicle Operator)

Course details

New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Road Transport (Heavy Vehicle Operator)
NZQF Level 3

About the course

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the commercial road transport industry with people who have the skills and knowledge to safely and competently operate heavy rigid vehicles or heavy vehicle combinations.

This qualification is targeted at new or existing heavy vehicle drivers who wish to gain skills and knowledge beyond those required to be a licence holder. Learners will benefit by having a qualification that enables improved job performance and enhanced employment opportunities in the field of commercial road transport.

This qualification does not permit the holder to drive a motor vehicle on New Zealand roads without a current relevant driver licence issued by the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA).

About the provider

Vertical Horizonz New Zealand (VHNZ) was registered as a Private Training Establishment (PTE) with NZQA in 1998 and has over 25 years' experience in providing NZQA accredited safety training.

A recognised industry leader, we have 100+ staff, 120+ trainers and 110+ courses on offer giving us the capacity and capabilities to deliver nationwide training. 


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