This school offers training in carpentry and automotive engineering for both entry level applicants and those already in the industry. We also provide training for a number of land-based industries including viticulture and the only DOC approved Trainee Ranger programme in New Zealand.
When you study with us, you'll find experienced and committed staff to help you with your learning needs. We're here to help you gain both the qualifications and experience to excel at the career of your choice.
Learn a trade and you'll have a marketable skill for life!
NMIT offers a range of trade programmes including carpentry, basic and advanced mechanical engineering and automotive engineering. We work closely with industry to ensure we provide graduates with the knowledge and skills required to take up apprenticeships or begin entry-level employment.
Places are keenly sought on these programmes which offer highly specialised tuition and well-recognised qualifications.
Have you got the motivation to work in the outdoors? To take on physical challenges? To see things grow and enjoy the environment?
The Nelson region at the top of New Zealand's South Island is surrounded by three diverse national parks; Abel Tasman, Nelson Lakes and Kahurangi, and blessed with some of the highest sunshine hours in the country. There is no better place in New Zealand to start your land-based career.
Our study options include: viticulture and conservation. In partnership with Industry Training Organisations, NMIT also offers you the opportunity to gain a National Certificate in horticulture while you are in employment. NMIT specialises in land-based courses that reflect the diversity of the Nelson-Tasman region.