Project Description
CERTIFICATE IN CONSTRUCTION SKILLS
Nail your next step in the construction trade.
NZ Certificate Level 3 – 120 Credits
Open the door to an apprenticeship with this practical Level 3 certificate. Develop your industry knowledge and skill – from workplace safety, communication and construction terminology, to mastering calculations and basic building technology. Complete real-world carpentry projects and graduate work-ready with this programme that qualifies for the Targeted Training and Apprenticeship Fund (free trades training)*.
Key Information
Start date: March and July 2021, see website for the next/additional start date(s)
Duration: One year (40 weeks)
Credits: 120
Entry requirement: Must be 16 years of age or older, and a school leaver . Successful applicants must have the physical capability and a level of literacy and numeracy to achieve success.
Fees
This programme is free to Maori and Pasifika 16 – 40 years old or if you’re eligible for fees free*. Contact us on 0800 622 871 to see if you are eligible for a free training!
Course Topics
Course one – Safety and Compliance (20 weeks)
Course two – Project Planning and Implementation (20 weeks)
Teaching Styles
Develop the skills construction employers want by studying in our ‘on the job’ carpentry environment.
- Project based learning demonstrations
- Theory sessions supporting workshop practice
- Practical building projects
- Group work
- Plenty of feedback and direction, individual support and guidance from industry experienced tutors who know their stuff
- Opportunities for workplace experience after hours and during semester breaks
What will I learn?
- Workplace safety and compliance
- Interpret specifications and drawings
- Perform calculations
- On the job communication and teamwork
- Apply carpentry terms and concepts
- Understand basic building technology
- Employer expectations – and how to meet them
- In semester one your focus is skills development and practice
- In semester two you put your new skills into practice by building a 2-bedroom bach
How will OCA support me?
- Unique programme tailored to Pasifika students
- Learn in a culturally responsive and inclusive environment
- Ongoing guidance and mentoring – even once you’re working in the industry
- Wrap-around Whanau Ora support
- Easy access to health and social services through the Fono
What will I walk away with?
- An NZQA-accredited qualification recognised by construction employers
- Transferable skills that will get you ahead in the industry
- You’ll be work-ready – get a job as a labourer or start your apprenticeship
Course Tutors
Graduate Profiles
Phone us on
0800 622 871
09 903 3550
Visit us at 92 Ascot Road, Airport Oaks, Mangere, Auckland 2022
Email us at info@oca.nz
