Course Overview
Gain interior and exterior joinery skills.
Prepare yourself for the construction and joinery industry with this dynamic course, which will help you develop skills in interior and exterior joinery and allied trades. Learning in a supportive environment, our experienced tutors will guide you through various projects and how to correctly use power tools, and fixed machinery.
On completion of this 120 credit course, students will be work ready, will have obtained essential joinery and allied trade skills and gain essential skills for entering the industry as a work-ready graduate.
Upon successfully completing the requirements you'll receive the award of:
- New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trades Skills (Level 3), Joinery/Allied Trade Strand
| Locations | Rotorua, Taupō, Whakatāne |
|---|---|
| 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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Topics you'll cover
- Timber and board
- Machining and assembly
- Interior and exterior joinery
Course Fees
| Indicative Fees * | $7,990 for domestic students |
|---|---|
| Course related costs | You'll need to purchase your own work boots |
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
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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
Open entry if the delegated authority at the campus/site is satisfied that the applicant has the capability to complete the requirements of the course.
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 | |
| Taupō | Taupō Campus | 17 Feb 2025 | |
| Whakatāne | Whakatāne Campus | 17 Feb 2025 |
Study options
- 1 year full-time, including holidays (if applicable)
