
Other Engineering
A course by
MAST Academy
Develop the knowledge and skills to work unsupervised in marine exterior coating roles for refit or new vessels through this entry-level apprenticeship qualification.
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing

inc GST
Enquire about international pricing


Demonstrate awareness of and apply health and safety practices specific to marine coatings environments.

Apply exterior coating techniques on refit or new vessels, using appropriate materials and tools.
This apprenticeship programme prepares students for unsupervised roles in applying exterior coatings to marine vessels. Designed for those entering or already working within the marine industry, especially in refit and construction environments, the qualification covers workplace safety, teamwork, technical coating skills, equipment, materials, sustainability, and quality control. Graduates will achieve the New Zealand Certificate in Marine Coatings – Exterior (Level 4).
What you need to know first
Legal eligibility to study in NZ (immigration status verified)
Employed in a marine coatings environment



MAST Academy is New Zealand's specialist training provider for the marine and composites industries. If you want to build boats, work with advanced materials, or pursue a career on the water, this is where that training happens in New Zealand. Their programmes are workplace-based, industry-connected, and built around the trades and technologies that put Kiwi craftsmanship on the world map.

Other Engineering
A course by
MAST Academy
Develop the knowledge and skills to work unsupervised in marine exterior coating roles for refit or new vessels through this entry-level apprenticeship qualification.
inc GST
Enquire about international pricing

inc GST
Enquire about international pricing


Demonstrate awareness of and apply health and safety practices specific to marine coatings environments.

Apply exterior coating techniques on refit or new vessels, using appropriate materials and tools.
This apprenticeship programme prepares students for unsupervised roles in applying exterior coatings to marine vessels. Designed for those entering or already working within the marine industry, especially in refit and construction environments, the qualification covers workplace safety, teamwork, technical coating skills, equipment, materials, sustainability, and quality control. Graduates will achieve the New Zealand Certificate in Marine Coatings – Exterior (Level 4).
What you need to know first
Legal eligibility to study in NZ (immigration status verified)
Employed in a marine coatings environment



MAST Academy is New Zealand's specialist training provider for the marine and composites industries. If you want to build boats, work with advanced materials, or pursue a career on the water, this is where that training happens in New Zealand. Their programmes are workplace-based, industry-connected, and built around the trades and technologies that put Kiwi craftsmanship on the world map.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Westhaven Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 139 weeks

Work effectively within marine industry teams on coating projects.
Minimum of 16 years of age
English language requirements

Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Westhaven Campus, Auckland
It will take a total of 139 weeks

Work effectively within marine industry teams on coating projects.
Minimum of 16 years of age
English language requirements
