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English Language Partners

About the resource

An online course where apprentices can build their English speaking, listening, writing and reading skills specific to building and construction terminology.


This is free for all BCITO apprentices - it’s funded by the BCITO Learning Success team.

What it is

An intermediate level 9-week online course, for 1.5 hours per week. Facilitated by an experienced carpenter, the courses provide support with kiwi slang, construction terminology and building confidence in speaking English.

Is it right for you?

Who it's for

Intermediate level English language carpentry apprentices who are wanting support with communicating or understanding English in their work or study.

What they’ll get

They’ll gain confidence in using English, particularly for working and learning in building and construction.


“It helped me to understand how to answer the assignments and learn a lot about the building code.”