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New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Road Transport (Heavy Vehicle Operator)

Nelson Technical Institute Limited

Subject area

Automotive Vehicle Operations

Qualification

Duration

30 Weeks

Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

This qualification provides the commercial road transport industry with people who have the knowledge and skills required to safely and competently operate heavy rigid vehicles or heavy combination vehicles.

The qualification is designed for new or current heavy vehicle drivers who wish to gain skills and knowledge beyond those required to be a licence holder.

Graduates will be able to work under limited supervision.

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 Waka Kotahi (NZTA).

Key Information for Students

Entry Requirements

Minimum requirements

To gain entry into this programme, you must meet the following criteria Applicants must have held their full NZ car licence (NZTA Class 2) for at least 3 months prior to the programme start date. Must be able to evidence their ability to drive a vehicle with manual transmission. NCEA Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy Or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills, knowledge and competence.

Detailed requirements

See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.


Duration

30 Weeks


Tuition Fees

Annual Total qualification
Student fees
(what you pay)
$0 $0
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
$5,448 $5,448
Total $5,448 $5,448

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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.


Student Success

64%


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

All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.

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Contact details

Main Campus Office

Phone: (03) 544 7350
Fax: (03) 544 1410
Email: nelsontech@nelsontech.ac.nz

Please contact the provider for details of where this qualification is offered.

Where does this information come from?

The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.

NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.

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