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Carpentry Taster

Entry levelYear 11 and over*
DurationOne day
Time8.30am–3pm
LocationThe Hub, Rotokauri Campus
Total cost $90 (GST exc) per student
Dates3 March 2025
9 June 2025
11 August 2025
*Students will need to be at least 15 years of age to enter our trades workshops due to health and safety requirements.

What is it all about?

Develop your carpentry hand skills and determine whether a job in the construction business is suited for you at this one-day taster. The construction business is a high-demand industry, and gaining the fundamental skills to start a career in carpentry is an excellent first step. Here, you will learn about basic hand tools and safety in the workshop and work on a small project you can take home with you. This is a great pathway into our Carpentry Certificate or Construction Trade Skills courses. 

What to bring and/or wear?

Please wear comfortable clothing and enclosed footwear and bring morning tea, lunch, and a drink with you.

Note, if you have long hair, it must be tied back. Loose clothing, ballet flats, jandals, and sneakers are not permitted in the workshop.

Are you ready to book?

Students, please talk to your careers advisor as you need to book through your school.

Careers advisors, please book using this Booking Form.

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