New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Carpentry)
Construction
A course by
UCOL
Gain practical carpentry skills and essential construction knowledge to start your career in New Zealand's construction industry. Graduate work-ready for entry-level roles or apprenticeship.
NZ$8,796
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Apply essential health and safety practices
Identify and apply broad legislative frameworks and requirements for workplace safety in the construction industry.
Communicate effectively in construction environments
Demonstrate effective communication skills with colleagues and customers within the construction industry.
About This Course
This one-year, full-time programme provides a comprehensive introduction to construction trade skills, with a focus on carpentry. Learners gain practical experience and theoretical knowledge essential for safe, effective work in the construction sector. The curriculum covers workplace safety, trade mathematics, reading specifications and plans, carpentry-specific terminology, building assembly techniques, and completion of real carpentry projects, preparing graduates for apprenticeships or entry-level roles. The course is delivered across major UCOL campuses using state-of-the-art facilities.
Course Content
- Workplace safety frameworks and practices
- Effective communication in construction industry
- Construction specifications and drawings
- Trade calculations and mathematics
- Fundamental carpentry concepts and terminology
- Building assembly techniques and materials
- Construction and installation processes and techniques
- Carpentry project preliminaries (consenting, compliance)
- Foundations and support structures for carpentry projects
- Frames, structures, and exterior envelope of buildings
- Interior linings and finishing
- Real-life construction projects
- Use of hand tools and building technology
Entry Requirements
NCEA Level 1 or equivalent academic achievement.
Build towards these roles
Builder's apprenticeEntry-level construction workerEntry-level roles in building and construction sector
Build skills in these industries
ConstructionBuildingCarpentry
UCOL is a polytechnic built around the kind of learning that actually sticks — hands-on, practical, and grounded in the real world. With campuses across the lower North Island and a programme range that stretches from trades and health to creative arts and IT, it's a strong fit for learners who want a clear path into work without unnecessary detours. Whether you're fresh out of school, changing direction, or building on what you already know, UCOL is set up to meet you where you are.
