Māori & Pasifika Carpentry

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Kia ora, Talofa, Mālō e lelei, Bula,  Kia orāna, Fakalofa lahi atu, Mālo ni, Fakatalofa atu . . . Hello.

Learner Focused Training (LFT) grew out of a need to help Pasifika Apprentices enrolled in the National Certificate in Carpentry back in 2015. Being a Pasifika or Māori Carpentry Apprentice can sometimes be lonely and completion rates were comparatively low. LFT worked to create a relaxed, yet productive class (in-person) where we shared food, laughter, and on-site experiences and got great results.

Today, we provide online classes for Māori & Pasifika BCITO Apprentices that are still safe, fun and informative in a truly supportive and culturally appropriate environment . . . and the trainees continue to get excellent results.

 

Our online Māori & Pasifika night classes are for Carpentry Apprentices who want regular sessions to help them with their bookwork. They’re designed to help you gain knowledge of all the topics essential for your carpentry career and to progress your BCITO theory/ knowledge assessments.

 

Our group classes are discussion-based and interactive. We share what we know and what we’ve seen and experienced on-site. We work through written questions together as a group, rather than sitting passively copying notes off a screen.

  • We cover the main Carpentry theory topics required for your New Zealand Certificate over 3 x 10-week blocks.
  • You can start with any stage (1, 2 or 3).
  • Classes are held weekly, after work, from 6pm-7.30pm

All classes are online using Zoom so you can work from the comfort of your own home after a busy day at work.  As we’re online, you can join in from anywhere across Aotearoa, New Zealand.

 

You’ll need access to your own wifi, a computer/laptop and/or mobile to join in the class.

 

Attending the night classes doesn’t guarantee that you’ll pass an assessment, but people who’ve attended say that they’ve been a big help. Please check out the testimonials!

 

BCITO is committed to supporting you in your apprenticeship and will provide these classes for FREE this year. Each 10-week block is normally $300 to attend, so make sure you take advantage of this opportunity! You can attend your first class, with no obligation, to see if it works for you. Spaces fill up fast, so register today.  

WHAT OUR STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY

It was really chilled and also it was good because I got heaps of knowledge out of this course. The way that Phil and Adrian teach us is really informal and they explain it properly and so that it is easy
Pasifika Carpentry Class
I liked meeting the other apprentices, learning a lot about Building/Construction. There is a lot more to it. Helps a lot taking these courses, especially having a family. Passed 6 theory topics from taking these courses which helped.
Pasifika Carpentry Class
Gain extremely valuable information and Specs. Before attending and participating in class, I was often very overwhelmed and nervous about the assessment. Since being in a term of stage 1, I’ve increased not only in knowledge but also in confidence. I passed 20+ topics. Not much, this is a great class. Very grateful for all the teachings.
John Pasifika Carpentry Class 2018
Attending the classes has really helped me throughout my journey. I am trying to succeed in Building. I am a slow learner just because I don’t have the confidence to do what I’m doing, but this course helped me a lot. Thank you for the time you spent doing this course for our future. God Bless.
Pasifika Carpentry Class 2017
Thanks to the course. Got all my theory units signed off. Probably wouldn’t have gotten qualified without the classes cause I’m lazy. I passed most units. Shot Phil. Change nothing. The course is perfect as is. (Maybe some stuff crust pizza).
Pasifika Carpentry Class 2018
The brother explained in such a way where the subject could be sunken in deep and Phil made the class sound interesting. He has awesome character/ open to answer questions. Love every session of class. Thanks, Phil
Derek Pasifika Carpentry Class 2017
I found all the content taught to be very informative. The classes are invaluable. Every topic covered gave me more understanding and knowledge. It’s a fantastic class.
Johnny Pasifika Carpentry Class 2017
I’ve learnt a lot on all the subjects we covered throughout the course. Listening and communication skills have improved since I’ve started this course. I passed all subjects covered in stage 1. Hoping for the same result on the next assessment for stage 2. 😊 I feel everything covered in class was done to a very high standard. Pretty happy with how this course went. Thanks, Phil. God Bless.
Tevita Pasifika Carpentry Class 2018
The classes are very engaging, and the information was helpful. The Slide shows showing pictures of other people’s work helped me to understand more and see a bit of how it’s done on-site.
Taufa Pasifika Carpentry Class 2017
The class was very motivating. Seeing all the boys making good notes and participating made me want to pass more assessments. Close to 20 topics passed over two stages.
Farjay Albany Carpentry Class
This class was helpful as it taught me to be more comfortable with my Training Advisor, Also allowing me to understand the process needed to complete my assessments. I liked how he was explaining the process and what kind of stuff to do.
Pasifika Carpentry Class 2019
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