Resources for apprentices

There's plenty of tools here to help you get ahead and have a successful future in construction. 

How assessment works

So you're all signed into your apprenticeship and wondering what happens next?

Best tips for new apprentices

Here's the top five things you need to remember if you're a new apprentice.

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Industry Licence requirements

Find out about the LBP Scheme and why it's important.

Replacement Certificates

Whether your well organised or not, sometimes things are just missing in action. Find out how to get a replacement.

Resources for employers

Let's grow the skilled labour force we need to build New Zealand together and build your business at the same time.

Mental wellbeing support

A list of support services available, compiled by Connected.govt.nz for mental wellbeing in your workplace.

Download the list of supports now.

Literacy support

These resources will help you support literacy and numeracy in your workplace.

Building Capability Grant

Employers can apply for this grant to access to study programmes that will help develop and grow your business. .

Women in construction

There are few women in trades roles in construction, and we're encouraging change.

Get a Gateway student

Help inspire the next generation of tradies and maybe find your next apprentice at the same time.

Tradie's Guides

We've created four publications designed to help you get familiar with legislation and consumer protection.

News

What's happening at BCITO. See all news articles.

Celebrating female success in the painting industry

16 March 2023

Chelsey Froese is now a BCITO qualified painter living in Queenstown having originally moved from Canada on a working holiday visa. We spoke to Chelsey about her decision to remain in New Zealand and undertake an apprenticeship.

BCITO officially part of Te Pūkenga

13 March 2023

As of 1 January 2023, BCITO | Te Pūkenga has officially transitioned from being a work-based learning subsidiary, to one of 25 operating divisions within Te Pūkenga New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.

Embracing Equity on International Women’s Day 2023

8 March 2023

We’re supporting International Women’s Day and this year’s theme of #EmbraceEquity. Equity isn't just a nice-to-have, it's a must-have.

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Get our help

We've got plenty of other tools to help apprentices and business owners get ahead.  If you have a problem to solve, we might have the answer.

Contact us now 

Phone us on 0800 4 BCITO 
or send us an email at [email protected]