New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trades Supervision (Level 5)

More detail about this qualification

If you have technical knowledge, skills and experience in a construction related trade, you’ll gain the additional knowledge and skills required to supervise construction teams. This programme uses a work-based and blended model of learning, combining practical, hands-on learning with other teaching methods.

To enrol, you must be employed in the construction industry and have approval from your employer for access to supervision opportunities within your current role.

What you will learn

• This qualification will equip you with the skills to supervise construction teams and manage work programmes effectively.
• It’s designed for individuals with existing technical expertise who want to enhance their leadership capabilities in the construction field.
• The programme offers a flexible, blended learning approach, integrating both practical and theoretical components.

Career outcomes

Graduates of this programme can expect to pursue roles such as:

• Construction Supervisor
• Foreperson

Entry requirements

• Applicants must be employed in the construction industry and have employer approval for access to supervision opportunities within their company of employment
• Hold a level 4 qualification in a construction related area. A minimum of: Literacy - 10 NCEA credits at Level 2 or above (5 credits in reading & 5 credits in writing),  Numeracy - 10 NCEA credits at Level 1 or above.
• OR Equivalent work experience that demonstrates a likelihood to succeed in the programme