NZ Certificate in Building, Construction and Allied Trades Skills (Level 3)
Construction
A course by
EIT
A practical, project-based certificate designed to provide foundational skills in building, construction, and allied trades, preparing students for further study or entry-level roles in the construction industry.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 5 locations
It will take a total of 15 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Plan and prepare for a Stage 3 building and construction project
Develop capability to effectively plan construction projects, interpreting requirements and preparing necessary documentation.
Apply practical skills to complete building and allied trades projects
Demonstrate safe and effective use of construction tools, materials, and processes by working on practical projects in a workshop environment.
Demonstrate understanding of health and safety requirements
Understand and implement health and safety procedures relevant to construction and allied trades.
What You're Signing Up For
The NZ Certificate in Building, Construction and Allied Trade Skills (Level 3) is aimed at preparing you for further study in the construction industry. The programme is project-based and offers hands-on workshop experience, linking theory and practical skills. Students develop their understanding of health and safety, construction materials, plans and documentation, measurement, safe tool use, communication, and teamwork. The certificate supports pathways into related apprenticeships and higher-level trade qualifications.
Course Content
- Health and safety in construction
- Construction materials
- Plans and documentation
- Communication in the trades
- Measurement and calculation
- Safe use of hand and power tools
- Working collaboratively with other trades
- Undertaking and completing projects
- Reviewing quality of work
- Project-based learning in workshop settings
What you need to know first
Achieved NCEA Level 1
Or evidence of achievement at an equivalent level
Or over the age of 20 with interest in the industry and potential to succeed
Applicants under 20 without the minimum qualification may be considered with evidence of ability to succeed
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Trades
Future employment opportunities might be
Entry-level positions in the building and construction industry
Apprenticeships within building, construction or associated industries