Construction
A course by
NorthTec
Prepare for an apprenticeship or entry-level job on construction projects by learning both theory and practical skills in carpentry with the Level 3 New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 1 year

Work safely and in accordance with compliance and regulatory requirements in the construction trades sector.

Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers within the construction industry.

Read and use specifications and drawings to complete simple construction projects.
Kick-start your career and prepare for an apprenticeship or a job as a labourer in construction projects. You'll learn foundation carpentry skills and theory, gain hands-on practical experience, and acquire knowledge in construction compliance, reading drawings, calculations, safety, building technology, and working with different construction materials. The programme is designed to get you work-ready for the building and construction sector.
What you need to know first
Be at least 16 years old at the start of the programme.

Construction
Building
Carpentry

Building and Construction Labourer
Construction Worker
Building Contractor
Construction
A course by
NorthTec
Prepare for an apprenticeship or entry-level job on construction projects by learning both theory and practical skills in carpentry with the Level 3 New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Available in 3 locations
It will take a total of 1 year

Work safely and in accordance with compliance and regulatory requirements in the construction trades sector.

Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers within the construction industry.

Read and use specifications and drawings to complete simple construction projects.
Kick-start your career and prepare for an apprenticeship or a job as a labourer in construction projects. You'll learn foundation carpentry skills and theory, gain hands-on practical experience, and acquire knowledge in construction compliance, reading drawings, calculations, safety, building technology, and working with different construction materials. The programme is designed to get you work-ready for the building and construction sector.
What you need to know first
Be at least 16 years old at the start of the programme.

Construction
Building
Carpentry

Building and Construction Labourer
Construction Worker
Building Contractor
Be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
Be physically able to complete programme-specific outcomes.
For non-English first language speakers: IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5, or accepted equivalence.
Builder
Project Builder
Cabinet Maker
Furniture Maker
Carpenter
Joiner
Joinery Machinist
Shopfitter
Wood Joiner
Be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
Be physically able to complete programme-specific outcomes.
For non-English first language speakers: IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5, or accepted equivalence.
Builder
Project Builder
Cabinet Maker
Furniture Maker
Carpenter
Joiner
Joinery Machinist
Shopfitter
Wood Joiner