New Zealand Certificate in Plumbing, Gasfitting and Drainlaying

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying industries with people who have basic skills and knowledge in plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying in accordance with the requirements of the regulatory legislation and who are ready to work.

The qualification is common to all three trades and is suitable for those who wish to enter the industry and who do not yet have an apprenticeship agreement.

Graduates will be capable of assisting with plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying work under supervision and will be ready to enter into an apprenticeship that will lead to a New Zealand Level 4 trade qualification in one or more of the plumbing, gasfitting or drainlaying trades [Refs: 2661, 2662, 2663].

The New Zealand community will benefit from having graduates able to assist in ensuring public safety in the provision of gas, and water services and removal of foul water.

The Wellington Institute of Technology is a tertiary institution that trains around 6,100 students every year. We offer a range of industry-led qualifications from trades through to degrees and postgraduate programmes that are future-focused, developed alongside industry and provide students with practical skills so you can pursue your career goals.

WelTec is one of New Zealand's oldest tertiary education institutions and the second-oldest in Wellington. We’ve been helping people find their vocation since 1904.