New Zealand Certificate in Fire Detection and Alarm Systems

Te Pukenga - New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology

Subject area

Fire Technology and Rescue Services

Qualification

Check out Fees Free to see whether you are eligible for a year of fees-free study or two years industry training. Contact your provider to confirm your study options meet the criteria.

Entry requirements

N/A.

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the Fire Protection industry with tradespeople/technicians who have the skills and knowledge to design, install, commission, maintain, and service fire detection and alarm systems and associated equipment.
The qualification includes an optional strand where technicians can specialise in installing and commissioning special hazards fire detection and alarm systems.
Graduates will work in accordance with the New Zealand Building Code, current Standards, regulations and ordinances, and other internationally accepted standards.