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Qualification Title New Zealand Certificate in Roofing (Installation) (Level 4) with strands in Concrete or Clay Tile Roof, Liquid Roof Membrane Systems, Metal Tile Roof, Profiled Metal Roof and Wall Cladding, Shingle or Slate Roof, Single Layer Roof Membrane Systems, and Torch On Roof Membrane Systems
Qualification Type Certificate
Level 4
Credits 165 - 190
Subject Area
  • Architecture and Building » Building » Roof Fixing
Strategic Purpose Statement
The purpose of this qualification is to provide the construction industry with commercially competent qualified roofers who are able to install, maintain, and repair roofing systems safely and in accordance with the Building Code and Building Act 2004.
The strands in this qualification recognise the skills and knowledge required to perform specific roofing installations.
This qualification provides learners with an entry into the construction industry and is intended for candidates who are training in the workplace.
This qualification reflects the skills and knowledge required to become a Licensed Building Practitioner (LBP) and recognises competencies to fulfil the requirements of the LBP rules.
Graduate profile
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:

- Apply knowledge of relevant legislation to meet roofing industry standards.
- Plan cladding system installations to meet current roofing trade practice.
- Monitor and maintain safe working and environmental practices in the workplace.
- Work ethically and professionally within the building construction industry and maintain current trade practice.

Graduates of the Concrete or Clay Tile Roof strand will also be able to:
- Install, maintain, and repair concrete or clay tile roofing systems to meet current roofing trade practice.

Graduates of the Liquid Roof Membrane Systems strand will also be able to:
- Install, maintain, and repair liquid roof membrane systems to meet current roofing trade practice.

Graduates of the Metal Tile Roof strand will also be able to:
- Install, maintain, and repair metal tile roof systems to meet current roofing trade practice.

Graduates of the Profiled Metal Roof and Wall Cladding strand will also be able to:
- Install, maintain, and repair profile metal roof and wall cladding to meet current roofing trade practice.

Graduates of the Shingle or Slate Roof strand will also be able to:
- Installation, maintain, and repair shingle or slate roof systems to meet current roofing trade practice.

Graduates of the Single Layer Roof Membrane Systems strand will also be able to:
- Install, maintain, and repair single layer roof membrane systems to meet current roofing trade practice.

Graduates of the Torch On Roof Membrane Systems strand will also be able to:
- Install, maintain, and repair torch on roof membrane systems to meet current roofing trade practice.
Education pathways
This qualification may lead to the New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trades Supervision (Level 5) with strands in Commercial Construction, Construction Related Manufacturing, Construction Related Trades, and Residential Building [Ref: 4237].
Employment pathways
Graduates of this qualification will have the skills and knowledge to carry out roofing installation in the strand(s) awarded.
Graduates may go on to roles in supervision and management in roofing fields.
On completion of the qualification graduates may apply to the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment to become a Licenced Building Practitioner (LBP).To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements Not available
Education Organisation 2 Organisations can assist in gaining this qualification
Developed By Waihanga Ara Rau Construction and Infrastructure Workforce Development Council
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 3512
Status Current
Created August 2016
Next Review November 2029
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