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National Certificate in Construction (Leading Hand)

If you're working in the building and construction industry then this qualification will develop your knowledge, skills and leadership potential and give you the credibility required to apply for a promotion to leading hand, foreman or other managerial roles. Aoraki Polytechnic's specialist workshop and classroom facilities, combined with experienced and supportive tutors make this an ideal opportunity to capitalise on your existing building industry experience.

The programme is part-time and scheduled around working hours so that disruption to your job is minimal and you can apply your new knowledge and skills in your personal work situation.

What will this programme cover?

  • Interpretation and implementation of construction site safety plans
  • Effective communication of requirements for working on a building site
  • Development of leadership and conflict resolution strategies for a construction site
  • Development and demonstration of technical knowledge and skills for effective control of a construction site including drawings, specifications, order lists, and weather proofing
  • Time management appropriate for the construction industry
  • Standards expected in the industry

Related Careers

Promotion to leading hand or foreman

What do you need to apply?

Prerequisite qualifications include: National Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) or Trade Certificate in a building or construction trade, or have completed an approved apprenticeship, or demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills as determined by the Building and Construction Industry Training Organisation (BCITO).

If you don't have the stated entry criteria, talk to us about whether you can use your equivalent skills and knowledge or to see if this is the right programme for you.

You may also be asked to attend an interview and complete a pre-entry test.

Further Study Options

National Certificate in Construction Management
(L6)

National Certificate in Construction (Supervisor)
(L5)

Quantity Surveyor

Construction Management

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