Joinery Level 4

How long it takes

The New Zealand Certificate in Joinery Level 4 typically takes 2-4 years to complete depending on what strands you choose.

What you'll learn

You'll learn the skills and gain the knowledge required by people working in timber joinery. 

This qualification covers:

Core compulsory

• health and safety
• legislation
• communication
• materials and manufacturing methods
• use of tools and equipment
• drawings and specifications

Electives - you must choose at least 1 and may choose a maximum of 3 from below.  It's wise to choose depending on what you'll be doing on-the-job.

Cabinetry

• specialist machinery
• cabinetry manufacture
• special fitments

Timber doors and windows

• specialist machinery
• door and window manufacture
• door and window hardware installation

Timber stairs

• stair manufacture
• geometric stairs

Bench Top and Specialty Surfaces

• specialist machinery
• HPL (high pressure laminate) manufacture