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Qualification Title New Zealand Certificate in Cleaning (Level 3) with optional strands in Specialist Cleaning, and Supervision
Qualification Type Certificate
Level 3
Credits 45 - 55
Subject Area
  • Engineering and Related Technologies » Other Engineering and Related Technologies » Cleaning
Strategic Purpose Statement
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the cleaning industry with graduates who are able to deliver, guide and promote safe and high-quality cleaning services of both a generalist and specialist nature.
This qualification is intended for people who have basic knowledge, skills and experience in the cleaning sector and seek recognition for being able to work knowledgeably, safely and with limited supervision.
It provides graduates with the additional knowledge and skills needed to assume increased responsibilities and independence in the performance of cleaning tasks.
The Specialist Cleaning and Supervision optional strands build on the core skills and knowledge to recognise the skills required for carrying out specialised cleaning processes, and for supervising a team of cleaners, respectively.
Graduate profile
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:

- Apply knowledge of cleaning products, equipment and current methodologies to carry out cleaning duties autonomously, to the standard required and within the agreed time-frames.
- Apply knowledge of health and safety legislative requirements when responding to risks for themselves and others in the workplace, and for the general public, when working as a cleaner.
- Communicate clearly within own organisation and with clients in accordance with organisational requirements when working as a cleaner.

Graduates of the Specialist Cleaning strand will also be able to:
- Apply knowledge of specialised cleaning operations and organisational processes to carry out cleaning duties related to that specialism.

Graduates of the Supervision strand will also be able to:
- Apply knowledge of organisational policies and procedures to supervise a team of cleaners.
Education pathways
This qualification builds on the New Zealand Certificate in Cleaning (Level 2) [Ref: 2316] and may lead to other education opportunities in a specialist cleaning context, or further study in leadership or management.
Entry Requirements
N/A
Education Organisation Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
Developed By Ringa Hora Services Workforce Development Council
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 3025
Status Current
Created 2015-12-21 08:32:25.0
Last Reviewed 2016-04-19 11:34:11.0
Next Review 2025-02-28 00:00:00.0

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