Course details

New Zealand Certificate in Light Automotive Engineering (Level 4)
NZQF Level 4

About the course

This certificate is for you if you are an apprentice working in the light vehicle automotive repair industry.

The programme also allows you to choose from a wide variety of elective courses to cater to your area of interest. NMIT automotive apprentice programmes are completed through part-time study and are fully online, giving you the freedom to study around your work. You have the option of attending weekly evening classes, either online or face-to-face and can attend block courses that are scheduled throughout the year.

Entry requirements

A Level 3 qualification in Automotive Engineering 

A Managed Apprentice must be employed in a light automotive engineering workshop.

• A current workplace first aid certificate prior to enrolment; and 
• A Class 1 drivers licence achieved before programme completion

English language

For applicants for whom English is not their first language, evidence of language competency may be required.
International applicants for whom English is not their first language will be required to show evidence of language competency, issued within the last two years. The level of competency required is:
• IELTS general or academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed NZ Certificate in English Language Level 3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace or Academic, or
• Meet a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined in [NZQF related Rules (Rule 18)](https://www2.nzqa.govt.nz/about-us/rules-fees-policies/nzqa-rules/approval-recognition-and-accreditation/#:~:text=2022%20are%20revoked.-,Appendix%201%3A%20Internationally%20Recognised%20English%20Proficiency%20Outcomes%20for%20International%20Students,-Rule%2022.2(d "Goes to NZQA").

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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