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Academy 2 Day New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works

Level 2

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Discover if a career in wastewater, stormwater, electricity or road networks is right for you, while still in secondary school with the UCOL Academy 2 Day New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works Programme.

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Level: 2

Locations: UCOL Manawatū in Palmerston North, UCOL Horowhenua in Levin, UCOL Wairarapa (Featherston Quarry)

Dates:
Palmerston North
03 Mar 2025 - 08 Aug 2025

Levin
2025 Term 3

Wairarapa
28 Jul 2025 – 09 Dec 2025

Delivery days:
Palmerston North - Mondays & Tuesdays
Levin - Mondays & Tuesdays
Wairarapa  - Mondays & Tuesdays

Domestic Fees:
Fees-free

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New Zealand needs skilled workers to maintain vital resources we all use - wastewater, stormwater, electricity and road networks. 

The UCOL Academy 2 Day New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works Programme is designed to give you core skills and knowledge for the industry. Over the course of a year you will complete units towards a nationally recognised qualification and gain hands-on skills that employers value. Your practical skills will enable you to safely work on infrastructure works sites ranging from civil works, rural construction, surfacing operations and underground utilities.

How to apply
If you're interested in applying for this programme, talk to your careers advisor at school. Application is arranged in partnership with your parents/caregivers and your school. Once you've talked to everyone required, you can fill out the application form as follows:
 

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Delivered from 9am - 3pm each day in all locations.

Palmerston North - Mondays & Tuesdays
Levin - Mondays & Tuesdays
Wairarapa - Mondays & Tuesdays


Successful completion of UCOL's Academy 2 Day New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works Programme is the first step in a journey. Equipped with new skills and a taste for the industry, you will know what you need to do to pursue a career. If this is for you, you can undertake further tertiary studies in:

  • New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Level 3) (Not offered at UCOL)

This programme comprises 41 credits.

Unit Standard 9677 (Level 2) (3 Credits)
Participate in a team or group which has an objective.

Unit Standard 12349 (Level 2) (3 Credits)
Demonstrate knowledge of time management.

Unit Standard 17327 (Level 2) (3 Credits)
Apply communication skills on an infrastructure works site.

Unit Standard 6475 (Level 2) (2 Credits)
Describe and complete work records for infrastructure works.

Unit Standard 26720 (Level 2) (3 Credits)
Describe health, safety and environment care at an infrastructure works site.

Unit Standard 20868 (Level 2) (4 Credits)
Demonstrate knowledge of emergency response in the civil infrastructure industry.

Unit Standard 23285 (Level 2) (2 Credits)
Use and care for hand tools used for infrastructure works (practical required).

Unit Standard 6469 (Level 2) (2 Credits)
Maintain small machinery used on infrastructure works sites (practical required).

Unit Standard 32138 (Level 2) (Credits 5)     
Demonstrate knowledge of good work habits and safe working practices on an infrastructure worksite.

Unit Standard 6472 (Level 2) (Credits 2)
Carry out manual excavation on an infrastructure worksite
 
Unit Standard 6477 (Level 2) (Credits 3)
Demonstrate knowledge of aggregates and mixes used on an infrastructure worksite
 
Unit Standard 32139 (Level 2) (Credits 5)
Operate and care for small machinery used on an infrastructure worksite
 
Unit Standard 17593 (Level 2) (Credits 4)
Apply safe work practices in the workplace

For year 12 - 13 secondary school learners (NZ Citizens, permanent residents or learners with an applicable visa allowing them to be enrolled in a secondary school), aged 16 years or over.

Applications are to be received from participating schools.

Recommended school subjects include:

  • Maths
  • Technology
  • English
*Please note, all participants are required to pass a drug screening test to follow the Health & Safety requirements of our industry partners and worksites. 

 

For more information about NCEA Credits see the UCOL NCEA explained page.

Not applicable.

This programme is part of a suite of 'Dual Pathways' programmes offered by UCOL to secondary learners seeking to explore their career options while still in school. Gain practical experience and NCEA Credits.

How to apply
If you're interested in applying for UCOL's Academy 2 Day New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works Programme, talk to your careers advisor at school. Application is arranged in partnership with your parents/caregivers and your school. 

Cost
Fees-free when criteria are met. 

Transport
Transport assistance is available if you meet the criteria.

Attendance expectations
Learners must maintain appropriate attendance at both secondary school and Academy to remain enrolled in the Academy Programme.

There are no additional costs associated with this programme. Simply, bring a pen, paper and your lunch each week.

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