Certificate in Carpentry
Construction
A course by
Ara Institute of Canterbury
For apprentices seeking to become qualified carpenters in the construction industry, this part-time, workplace-based certificate programme develops theoretical and practical carpentry skills aligned with career and licensing requirements.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
It will take a total of 4 years
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Achieve Carpentry Competence
Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to construct, repair, and install buildings and structures as required of a commercially competent carpenter.
Workplace Safety and Communication
Apply safety procedures and communicate effectively in construction environments.
Project Management
Undertake project management tasks related to building work including planning, organising, and supervising construction projects.
What You're Signing Up For
The Certificate in Carpentry is intended for those currently employed in the carpentry industry as apprentices and wishing to become qualified carpenters. The qualification covers the full range of practical and theoretical skills needed to construct, repair, and install building structures. The programme is designed to be completed on the job and prepares graduates for the Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) scheme. Course content includes core construction skills, communication, safety, project management, and supervised on-site work.
Course Content
- Workplace Safety Fundamentals
- Core Construction Communication Skills
- Preliminary Works for Construction Activity
- Skill Development for Construction
- Sub Structure Task Development in Concrete and Timber
- Structural Task Development for Construction
- Roof Structural Task Development for Construction
- Interior Fit out Task Development for Construction
- Construct Support Structures
- Prepare a Site for Building Work
- Frame and Roof Structures
- Exterior Envelope
- Interior Lining and Finishing
- Supervision on Site
- Project Management for Building Work
- Support Structures for Building Work
- Frames and Structures for Building Work
- Roof Structures for Building Work
- Interior Linings and Finishing for Building Work
- Exterior Envelope Roof
- Exterior Envelope Cladding
What you need to know first
40 credits NCEA Level 1, including 10 literacy credits and 10 numeracy credits OR New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Level 3) or equivalent
Must be employed in the Carpentry industry at time of study; enter into a 3-way training agreement between the candidate, employer and Ara.
If English is not your first language, an IELTS score of 5.5 Academic (with no band less than 5.0) or equivalent is required.
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Building and Construction
Carpentry
Future employment opportunities might be
Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP)
Qualified Carpenter
Supervisor roles in construction
Pathway to Project Manager
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