Stonemasonry2 - 4 years

Stonemasonry

Level 4

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Good job prospects

$910 yearly*

Stonemasons create timeless monuments and structures to stand the test of time. They work on building and restoration sites, statues, headstones and landscape features.

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What is stonemasonry?

Stonemasons work with traditional building tools and natural materials like limestone, granite and natural New Zealand stone. They might also work with digital design and computer-driven cutting machinery to create custom shapes.

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Course types

There are two main types of stonemasonry specialist in New Zealand:

Monumental masonry

Create decorative art forms from stone. The end result has a lot of delicate, emotional significance. Create headstones, natural stone fixtures, statues and monuments.

Construction Stonemasonry

Create architectural and decorative features for different structures. Understand the physical make-up and structural integrity of natural stone as you shape and lay stone products to create entrance ways, fireplace hearths, and exterior/interior walls.

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It's not just a job, it's a professional career

By doing an apprenticeship and getting qualified, you're setting yourself up for ongoing employment as a well-paid tradesperson. You’ll also open up opportunities to do further study in supervision or site management, go to university, or start a business and train your own apprentices.

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Helping rebuild Christ Church Cathedral

Our Stonemasonry Apprentices and Employers got the rare opportunity to work on the Christ Church Cathedral.

Stonemasonry qualifications

BCITO manages stonemasonry apprenticeships. In your apprenticeship you will be working towards the New Zealand Certificate in Stonemasonry.

You’ll work under an experienced employer who'll provide on-job coaching and support throughout your apprenticeship. You'll also receive the guidance of a BCITO training advisor.

There are no strict entry requirements, although it will help if you have good maths and English skills – you need to be able to understand instructions, and work out measurements, quantities and angles.

Apprentice Fees

Subject

First Years

Remaining Years

Stonemasonry

$1,014

$910

Additional strand(s)


  • Construction Stonemasonry
  • Monumental Masonry
  • Natural Stone Fixtures and Fittings

$267 each

Optional strand(s)

  • Banker Masonry
  • Conservation and Preservation

$267 each