New Zealand Certificate in Cellar Operations
Level 4

New Zealand Certificate in Cellar Operations (Level 4)

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  • Locations and dates

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  • Study options

    The programme is taught part time over one year with block course options.

  • Length

    One year part-time

  • Total credits

    120

  • Fees

    2023: $7,840 plus $240 Student Services Levy

    Compulsory Student Services Levy applies ($2 per credit).

    Fees listed are for each year of the programme, indicative only and may vary with course selection.

    View course details for individual fees.

  • National qualification code

    NZ2723

In this hands-on programme you'll gain the skills required to carry out cellar work, supervise and mentor less experienced staff.

You will spend a large portion of your year developing your skills on placement. The programme provides opportunities for students to process grapes, manage vintage operations and carry out wine production processes.

This qualification is designed to upskill current industry employees, enabling them to increase essential knowledge. Should you have already completed Level 3 and already work in a winery you may apply to cross credit the following first 4 courses:

  • Communication and Team Building
  • Winery Equipment
  • Vintage Preparation
  • Vintage Management

On completion of the programme, you will have the skills and knowledge to work independently as a cellar hand in a commercial wine making operation and supervise and train less experienced cellar staff.

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