NZ Certificate in Building Regulatory Environment (In employment) (Level 4)
Construction
A course by
Future Skills
A 20-week, 60-credit Level 4 certificate for those employed in the building regulatory environment who wish to build their administrative, technical, and regulatory skills for supporting construction compliance in New Zealand.
Blended study
This is a mix of online learning & face-to-face sessions
Distance Learning, Online
It will take a total of 20 weeks
Core skills this course teaches
Effective Communication in Regulatory Contexts
Communicate effectively with the public, customers, and colleagues to provide appropriate customer service.
Regulatory Documentation Management
Check building regulatory documentation for completeness, handle and escalate enquiries.
Application of Regulatory Framework
Apply knowledge of the relevant aspects of the regulatory framework within building or regulatory environments.
What You're Signing Up For
This nationally recognised certificate enables students to study while working in an administrative or support role within the building control environment, typically at a Building Consent Authority. Over 20 weeks, students gain technical and administrative skills focused on supporting compliance, approval processes, and communication in the building regulatory field. The programme combines distance/online learning, teacher-directed workshops, and 360 hours of workplace-based practicum.
Course Content
- Regulatory Environment and Key Stakeholders
- Regulatory Support Processes in Building Control Operations
- Regulatory Certification and Communication
- Technical and administrative skills for building control operations
- Supporting approval processes in building regulatory environment
- Customer service and public communication in building compliance
- Application of regulatory framework knowledge
- Practicum/work-based assessment in a regulatory environment
What you need to know first
18 years & above
NZ Citizen or Resident visa holder
Currently employed in an administrative or support service role within a Building Consent Authority, Territorial Authority, or similar regulatory environment
Employer confirmation of role and support for relevant duties and hours
Trained in employer’s health and safety requirements (site entry and use of PPE)
General Admission: Minimum of four years of secondary education and 10 NCEA credits (Level 1+) in English and Mathematics OR equivalent qualification at Level 3+ OR relevant work experience
OR Special Admission: At least 20 years old and evidence of aptitude/work or life experience; English proficiency for study at Level 4 may be required for EAL students
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Construction
Local Government
Building Compliance
Future employment opportunities might be
Building Consent Authority Support Officer
Building Regulatory Administration roles in local councils
Technical/administrative support in compliance fields