Course Overview
Would you like to work in the construction industry? Get a head start by gaining the right skills and knowledge you need to succeed.
By choosing the Carpentry strand, you’ll gain a specific Carpentry focus and will get you ready to enter the construction workforce as an apprentice.
You’ll enjoy trips to local construction sites and visits from industry experts. You’ll also work as part of a team building a house or similar structure!
Once you’ve graduated you can apply for labourer or apprentice roles in the construction industry. If you get an apprenticeship you'll continue your education by being enrolled part-time in a Level 4 qualification in carpentry.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
- New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Carpentry) (Level 3)
| Locations | Rotorua, Tauranga, Tokoroa, Whakatāne |
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| Next intake | Feb 2025 View more details |
| Study options |
1 year full-time, including holidays (if applicable) |
| Total credits | 120 |
| StudyLink assistance | Available |
| Indicative Fees | $7,990 for domestic students View full fees information |
| Eligibility | View entry criteria |
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Career opportunities
- Labourer or Apprentice within the Construction Industry
Topics you'll cover
- Workplace Safety Frameworks and Practices
- Skills for Construction Trades
- Carpentry Terminology and Concepts
- Building Technology and Properties
- Construction and Installation Processes and Techniques
- Carpentry Project Preliminaries
- Carpentry Project Foundations and Support Structures
- Carpentry Project Frames, Structures and Exterior Envelope
- Carpentry Project Interior Linings and Finishing
You'll also cover safety, tools, materials, construction terminology, construction tasks and projects, processes, and techniques.
Course Fees
| Indicative Fees * | $7,990 for domestic students |
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Your final fee may vary if:
- you have a choice of topics/papers to study
- the qualification excludes GST
- there are extra course materials to purchase
- student levies apply
We’ll let you know if any of these apply to you.
This course is eligible for Youth Guarantee funding.
* Important fee information, and hints and tips
Help with fees
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Student Loans and Allowances
This course meets the requirements for student allowance and student loan applications through StudyLink.
- A student loan helps to pay for your course fees (the compulsory fees), study materials e.g. books, equipment, and living costs. You'll have to pay this money back.
- A student allowance is a weekly payment that can help with your living expenses while you're studying. You don't have to pay the money back.
Find out more and apply at studylink.govt.nz
Scholarships
Scholarships are one way you might be able to get some financial help. Any scholarships specifically related to this course are shown below, otherwise check out the full list of scholarships promoted by Toi Ohomai.
Course Entry Information
Entry criteria
- 10 credits in each of literacy (reading and writing) and numeracy at NCEA Level 1, OR
- be able to demonstrate suitable knowledge and skills
If you do not meet the academic requirements you may be given special admission if Toi Ohomai staff are satisfied you are capable of successfully completing the requirements.
Special admission may also apply for applicants over 20 years.
Information Session
You’ll be invited to an information meeting. This is your opportunity to find out more about the course content and to make sure you're on the most appropriate course for your career aspirations and current level of experience.
Standard Entry Criteria
Admission, entry, selection, and enrolment into programmes will be in accordance with the Academic Regulations and/or, where approved, specific programme regulations.
For courses at levels 1-3, domestic and international students will be required to:
Provide evidence of ability to complete academic requirements.
Other Considerations
You must be physically capable of meeting the course requirements.
English language requirements
Level 3 certificate IELTS General or Academic score of 5 with no band score lower than 5 or completed New Zealand Certificate in English Language Level 3 with an endorsement of either General, Workplace or Academic, or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined by NZQA.
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Course Locations and Intake Information
| Location | Campus | Start Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rotorua | Mokoia Campus | 17 Feb 2025 | |
| Tauranga | Windermere Campus | 17 Feb 2025 | |
| Tokoroa | Tokoroa Campus | 17 Feb 2025 | |
| Whakatāne | Whakatāne Campus | 17 Feb 2025 |
Study options
- 1 year full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
