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