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National Certificate in Seafood Vessel Operations (Factory Trawler Technician) (Level 4)

Course details

National Certificate in Seafood Vessel Operations (Factory Trawler Technician) (Level 4)
NZQF Level 4

About the course

This is an introductory qualification for people wishing to enter the seafood industry as a Factory Trawler Technician.

The qualification comprises a compulsory and three elective sections. The compulsory section covers the essential knowledge and skills required by new entrants to this sector of the industry. It includes occupational health and safety practice, basic responsibilities of a seafood industry worker, legislative compliance for seafood processing, operation and maintenance of equipment and tools, and sea survival and sea safety.

The elective sections provide candidates with the flexibility to choose standards relevant to the supplementary skills required within their own workplace.

This qualification provides recognition for the basic skills required to enter a training programme leading to the National Diploma in Seafood Vessel Operations (Factory Trawler Technician) (Level 6) [Ref: 0843].

About the provider

Our land and sea are precious, productive and leading New Zealand's recovery. Now's the time to learn more, up skill and be part of a successful future.

Primary ITO is the only organisation in New Zealand dedicated to provide training and qualifications to over 30 primary industries.

We're here to coach and teach, share the knowledge and build confidence, ambition and capability.

In short, to grow smart, innovative people in organisations where careers offer so much more than just a job.

The prospects are exciting - out on the land, inside a lab, knee deep in technology or leading the way in innovative food production.

The career choices are endless with serious rewards and Primary ITO provides the training and recognised qualifications to help everyone grow.

As of 1 July 2020, the Government will cover training fees until 31 December 2022 for training in many of our primary sector industries. See below for more and conditions. FREE Apprenticeships and Training

Kia ora anō tātou – best wishes and stay well.

The team at Primary ITO


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