New Zealand Certificate in Commercial Road Transport (Specialist Driver)

Nelson Technical Institute Limited

Subject area

Automotive Vehicle Operations

Qualification

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Entry requirements

Nil

About the course

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this qualification is to provide the commercial road transport industry with people who have the skills and knowledge to safely and competently operate heavy rigid vehicles or heavy vehicle combinations, to ensure the safe and efficient movement of freight within specific industry sectors.

This qualification is targeted at new or existing heavy vehicle drivers who intend to gain skills and knowledge beyond those required to be a licence holder or general heavy vehicle operator. Learners will benefit by having a qualification that enables improved job performance and enhanced employment opportunities in the field of commercial road transport.

This qualification does not permit the holder to drive a motor vehicle on New Zealand roads without a current relevant driver licence issued by the New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA).