New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Road Transport (Heavy Vehicle Operator)
Otago Polytechnic
Subject area
Automotive Vehicle Operations
Qualification
Duration
30 Weeks
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the commercial road transport industry with people who have the skills and knowledge to safely and competently operate heavy rigid vehicles or heavy combination vehicles.
This qualification is targeted at new or existing heavy vehicle drivers who wish to gain skills and knowledge beyond those required to be a licence holder. Learners will benefit by having a qualification that enables improved job performance and enhanced employment opportunities in the field of commercial road transport.
This qualification does not permit the holder to drive a motor vehicle on New Zealand roads without a current relevant driver licence issued by the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA).
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Detailed Requirements * Must hold the appropriate Full New Zealand Drivers Licence for the mandatory NZTA period. (3 or 6 months) * NCEA Level 1 in English and Maths, or equivalent skill. * Due to NZTA licencing requirements there will be no international students enrolled. * Applicants whose English is not their first language, evidence of language competency may be required. NOTE: Due to class 2, 4, or 5 licencing rules there is a mandatory stand down period. Six (6) months for those under 25 years and three (3) months for those 25 years and older. Once this period ends, they may return and complete the necessary licencing requirements.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
30 Weeks
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Student Success
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National Graduate Outcomes
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 762 786
Phone: (03) 477 3014
Fax: (03) 471 6870
Email: info@op.ac.nz
Web: https://www.op.ac.nz/
Where does this information come from?
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