Commercial Construction Supervisor (Level 5)
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New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trades Supervision (Level 5) (Commercial Construction strand)Study online with NZMA, supported by Builders Academy, and enjoy the freedom to learn while you work.
Ready to lead your construction team to success in the commercial sector? Our experienced tutors will get you there!
This course is ideal for skilled construction workers who wish to step up into supervisory roles in the commercial sector. It offers a comprehensive understanding of vital hands-on skills in managing and supporting construction crews. Gain a comprehensive understanding of construction planning, compliance, and quality assurance practices.
We understand the demands of your job, which is why our programme is delivered entirely online. You'll get to study at your own pace, allowing you the freedom to continue working while pursuing your educational and career growth.
This qualification offers a specialised strand focused on commercial building methods and best practices. You’ll learn the latest techniques and technical aspects of commercial construction, making you a valuable asset in supervisory roles like site supervisor, site foreman, or carpentry site supervisor.
* This programme is currently only offered to domestic students.
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Compliance regulations and how to apply your knowledge in a construction work environment
Construction planning knowledge to monitor and evaluate work schedules effectively
Managing conflict and how to identify, understand and manage interpersonal conflicts
How to provide effective communication skills
Leadership skills and how to monitor performance, implement training, and well-being responsibilities
Quality assurance processes and how to apply your knowledge in your role.
Sustainable practices in social, economic, and environmental in the construction sector
Commercial construction methods and practices to apply on-site.
FEES FREE STUDY
To find out if you are eligible for Fees Free study please find out more here or visit the government Fees Free Website.
STUDENT LOANS
If you meet certain conditions you can get a student loan and allowances. Find out if you meet the conditions by calling StudyLink on Freephone 0800 88 99 00 or visit www.studylink.govt.nz.
COURSE COSTS
The cost can be different depending on the subject and duration of the course. View the course cost for New Zealand students here.
This qualification is targeted at people who have a relevant trade qualification or equivalent technical knowledge, skills and experience in a construction related trade and wish to gain the additional knowledge and skills required to supervise commercial construction related teams and work programmes.
Ākonga must be employed in the construction industry in New Zealand in a supervisory role or as a tradesperson with a level of opportunity for supervision.
Domestic applicants with English as a second language must be proficient in English language.
Workplace Training Agreement is to be signed by employer and student.
This programme is currently only offered to domestic students.
Access to a computer or laptop, a microphone, and a reliable internet connection.
Course start dates
Frequently Asked Questions
You need to be currently employed in a construction trade in a supervisory role to undertake this programme of study.
A Certificate in Commercial Construction Supervisor typically takes 12 months, or about 45 teaching weeks to complete.
This commercial construction course is broken down into 15 hours a week. Each week this works out to 10 hours of work that you’re already doing onsite, and five hours online.
Yes, all learning and assessment submissions are completed online via the NZMA Online Learning platform.
We have a dedicated team of tutors who are available to support you throughout your qualification. You can contact them via email, phone or even book a video call at a time that suits you for some 1 on 1 support.
