What you will learn
Designed for those working as a carpentry apprentice. Progress towards becoming a qualified carpenter. You will learn through practical tutorials, evening classes, workshop instruction, plus regular on-site assessment at your work by our tutors. Learn alongside other apprentices.
- Receive on-site work experience in timber floor framing, flooring and wall framing
- Install plasterboard linings and thermal insulation materials
- Apply levelling methods and set out residential buildings
- Interpret construction drawings and prepare quantity lists
Career options
- Carpenter
- Foreman
- Site manager
- Construction supervisor
- Project manager
Entry requirements
You must be working in the industry to complete this programme.
Fast track your Level 4 Carpentry Certificate with RPL
Recognition of Prior Learning assesses your current skills and knowledge to accelerate your certification process. Learn more about the process and how to apply here.
Give yourself credit →
Use the knowledge you already have to fast-track your qualification. Workplace-learning, volunteering, professional development, other provider qualifications and online courses can be recognised as prior learning and put towards your qualification. Start by getting in touch with us, or find out more here.
Whitireia and WelTec are a business division of Te Pūkenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
