New Zealand Certificate in Composites (Level 3)

This is an entry level qualification for people working or intending to work in the composites sector of manufacturing. This qualification is intended to be completed in the workplace or through a combination of workplace and off-job training.

People who have been awarded this qualification are able to apply a range of skills in the production of composite products.

The compulsory standards cover the essential skills and knowledge required by people employed as fibreglass laminators or in similar roles. These skills and knowledge include: care and timeliness, safely shutting down and isolating machinery, health and safety procedures, teamwork, use of hand and power tools, preparation of moulds, production and repair of products and interpretation of drawings. The electives allow candidates to customise their selection according to the type of work they are involved in.

This qualification provides a pathway towards the National Certificate in Composites (Level 4) [Ref: 0121] with which it shares standards in common.

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From school programmes and pre-trade training to apprenticeships and leadership development, we partner with industry to grow skills, support careers, and strengthen the workforce for the future.