NZ Certificate in Building, Construction and Allied Trades Skills (Level 3)
Construction
A course by
EIT
A practical, project-based certificate designed to provide foundational skills in building, construction, and allied trades, preparing students for further study or entry-level roles in the construction industry.
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Core skills this course teaches
Plan and prepare for a Stage 3 building and construction project
Develop capability to effectively plan construction projects, interpreting requirements and preparing necessary documentation.
Apply practical skills to complete building and allied trades projects
About This Course
The NZ Certificate in Building, Construction and Allied Trade Skills (Level 3) is aimed at preparing you for further study in the construction industry. The programme is project-based and offers hands-on workshop experience, linking theory and practical skills. Students develop their understanding of health and safety, construction materials, plans and documentation, measurement, safe tool use, communication, and teamwork. The certificate supports pathways into related apprenticeships and higher-level trade qualifications.
Course Content
- Health and safety in construction
- Construction materials
- Plans and documentation
- Communication in the trades
- Measurement and calculation
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Working collaboratively with other trades
- Undertaking and completing projects
- Reviewing quality of work
- Project-based learning in workshop settings
Entry Requirements
Achieved NCEA Level 1
Or evidence of achievement at an equivalent level
Build towards these roles
Entry-level positions in the building and construction industryApprenticeships within building, construction or associated industries
Build skills in these industries
ConstructionTrades
