Overview
*Subject to NZQA approval.
Learn fencing best practices for work as a rural fencer.
About this programme
This is a nationally recognised qualification designed specifically for the fencing industry, in association with Fencing Contractors Association NZ (FCANZ).The programme itself will be a combination of in-work, site visit, online, and block course learning, designed with the hands-on workers of the industry in mind.
The programme will have a total of four two day block courses bi-monthly (one for each topic excluding rural vehicles which will be run separately), and the programme will run to its completion over a twelve month period.
Assessments will be a combination of logbooks, employer attestations, evidence portfolios and video logs, with only a few written assessment requirements.
What you will learn
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:
- Maintain health and safety in a fencing workplace
- Operate and maintain machinery and/or equipment for a fencing workplace
- Use vehicles to access rural fence lines and transport fencing equipment safely
- Construct electric and non-electric fences
- Identify and perform routine repairs and maintenance on rural electric and non-electric fences.
Graduates of this certificate will have the skills and knowledge to be employed as rural fencers or to be employed in a rural enterprise in a role with some responsibility for constructing of electric and nonelectric rural fences, and maintaining rural fences.
When is this course?
The block courses are two days once every two months, except for Block 3 which includes *Rural Vehicle training, making it four days. The site visits will occur between the block courses with the final site visit being after the final block course. The programme covers a total of 35 weeks including breaks.
Some practical activities may be delivered off-site, but you will be informed of this closer to the time of training.
*Some students will not need to complete the Rural Vehicle component if they already hold appropriate unit standards.
These half days are dedicated to supporting you to learn on the job. FCANZ Association days are highly recommended. These days include connection with other fencers in the area, show best practice techniques and provide you a connection with major industry suppliers and partners. The block course days will include some class time and practical lesson time. They are compulsory days. Onsite visits from the assessor/trainer will be arranged between you, your employer and the trainer.
Entry Requirements
All applicants must:
- be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
- be able to understand follow, and respond to instructions given in English.
- be physically able to complete the programme specific outcomes
All applicants must:
- be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
- be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
- be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.
All applicants must:
- be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
- be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
- be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.
Applicants for whom English is not a first language must have an IELTS score of 5 with no band score lower than 5; or an accepted international equivalence.
All applicants must:
- be at least 16 years old at the time the programme commences.
- be able to read, write, and communicate in English at a basic level.
- be physically able to complete the programme-specific outcomes.
Applicants for whom English is not a first language must have an IELTS score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5; or an accepted international equivalence.
Intakes & Applications
Dates & Bookings
Youth Guarantee Fund*
If you are aged 16 to 24, you could study for FREE as part of the government's Youth Guarantee fund. To qualify for the Youth Guarantee fund, you must meet the following criteria:
- Complete an application for a course that is covered by the Youth Guarantee fund.
- Be a NZ citizen or permanent resident.
- Be 16 to 24 years old at the time the course starts. Learners who are 15 years old and hold Ministry approved early leaving exemption from their school may also be eligible. This exemption must be in place before the course starts.
Priority places will be given to students who:
- have not yet achieved NCEA Level 1 or NCEA Level 2; or
- have completed a Level 1 or Level 2 qualification through a Youth Guarantee provision programme.
All free study is subject to funding confirmation. Proof of residency status is required. Programme entry criteria may apply. Eligibility for student allowances or student loans may vary. Contact Studylink for more information.
All fees are approximate only, in New Zealand Dollars (including GST), and exclude the Compulsory Student Services Fee (CSSF) levy. Unless otherwise stated, the fees shown are for domestic students only. For programmes longer than one academic year in duration, the fees quoted are for the first year. Final study costs depends on a number of factors including the courses you select to study.
Courses and programmes may be cancelled, postponed or have their content or configuration changed from time to time (including during the academic year) at the discretion of NorthTec. See our full Terms and conditions.
Additional Information
Required Resources – Block Courses
When you are attending block courses it is advised that you bring the following items:
- Covered shoes for practical training
- Pen and paper for any note taking
- Lunch
- An Internet capable device – particularly to the first block course so that we can ensure you can log in to the online learning platforms you are required to use
Tea and Coffee and morning tea will be provided for you at the contact courses.
Site Visits
One of the course trainers will be visiting you on site. It is important that you are ready for them when they come. Please make sure you have completed each of the activities you have been required to complete before the visit so that your trainer has time to review before visiting you. This will ensure that the site visit time is spent conducting specialised one-on-one training designed just for you, as completing the activities will advise the trainer which areas of the work are best focused on. This is an opportunity for you to really refine your skills and abilities, so be sure to take advantage of it.
Employment Pathways
About Te Pūkenga
Following the Government’s announcement of its intention to disestablish Te Pūkenga | New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology, please be assured that your programme of study or training will continue as planned while we work through the details of how this change will be implemented.
We are committed to ensuring that organisational changes that need to be made to meet the Government’s expectations do not impact the delivery of our programmes and training for our learners and employers.
If you need access to learner support services or have any concerns, please contact us.
