New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Refinishing (Level 3)

New Zealand Certificate in Automotive Refinishing (Level 3)

Learn how to repair minor surface damage and prepare vehicle components for the refinishing process in a supervised setting. Follow workplace policies, procedures and relevant regulations to work safely and effectively in the automotive collision repair industry.

What you will learn

  • How to work safely using industry procedures and regulations used in the automotive refinishing industry
  • Selection and use of appropriate tools, products and equipment to repair minor vehicle surface damage
  • How to confidently prepare vehicle components for refinishing
  • The fundamental knowledge and skills needed to apply primer to vehicles

More detail about this qualification

Part-time option available if in the workforce

Career options

After completing this qualification, you will have the fundamental skills and competencies needed to enter an apprenticeship in the automotive refinishing industry workforce.

Entry requirements

Open entry

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Last updated: 20/10/2025

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