These skill standards will support flexible pathways into and within the construction sector. They will be used in programmes leading to New Zealand Certificate in Carpentry (Level 4) and in programmes across construction.
The new skill standards are being developed in two phases. Phase one is commencing now, with phase two due to begin in 2024.
Phase 1 – Construction Fundamental Skill Standards (commencing now) These skill standards cover fundamental skills that are shared across multiple construction trades e.g., reading plans, project planning, and working within the construction legislative framework.
Proposed level progression within these skill standards:
Level 2 – Introductory industry skills, with a focus on health and safety requirements, for construction trades. Level 3 – Developing competence with common trade skills to industry standards and working under limited supervision. Level 4 – Applying a range of trade skills to industry standards and to meet the demands of the workplace.
Phase 2 – Carpentry Skill Standards (commencing 2024)
These skill standards lead to a carpentry qualification and focus on skills primarily related to carpentry e.g., standing frames, site set-out, and exterior claddings.
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