New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry
WelTec
Subject area
Carpentry and Joinery
Qualification
Duration
4 Years
Total student fees
$5,762
over 4 Years - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The qualification is designed to provide the building and construction industry with trained people who have achieved the practical skills and knowledge required to construct, repair and install building structures to the level required of a commercially competent carpenter.
This qualification is for people working as carpenters, and for people intending to work as carpenters in the construction industry.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic 10 credits at NCEA level 1 in each of numeracy and literacy , or equivalent study/work experience . English Language (for international students) International applicants for whom English is not their first language will be required to show evidence of language competency , issued within the last two years, of IELTS score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5, or completed NZ Certificate in English Language Level 3 with the General , Workplace , or Academic endorsement , or meets a relevant English Proficiency Outcome as outlined in NZQF related Rules (Rule 18). For domestic applicants for whom English is not their first language evidence of language competency may be required. Other Applicants must: Be work ing in the construction industry as an apprentice or trainee . Be supervised by someone who is prepared to support the training. Enter into a training agreement between the apprentice, employer, and WeiTec. The agreement will outline the responsibilities of each party to the apprenticesh ip, anc will align with the principles in the Code of Good Practice for New Zealand Apprenticeships .
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
4 Years
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$1,441 | $5,762 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$5,993 | $23,974 |
| Total | $7,434 | $29,736 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
55%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 935 832
Phone: (0800) 944 847
Fax: (04) 920 2401
Email: information@weltec.ac.nz
Web: http://www.weltec.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.
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