Assist a Print Operator (Micro-credential)

Learners must have completed unit standard 340, Demonstrate knowledge of safe working practices in the print industry, or demonstrate equivalent knowledge and skills.

Industry requires learners are working in a role with an industry employer who has a workplace training agreement to deliver this micro-credential.

Pre-enrolment
- Learners must be able to access a workplace for work-based training. The provider may be able to assist with placement for those not already employed.
- A colour vision test is recommended but not compulsory. However, if learners intend to progress to the New Zealand Certificate in Print (Level 4) [Ref: 3199] they will be required to undergo a mandatory colour vision test.

Accessibility
- Providers will ensure meaningful engagement with a variety of learners/ākonga and support organisations for any disability for learners/ākonga who can still meet the physical demands of a guillotine operator role.

Language proficiency
- There are no specific expectations for literacy requirements over the entry expectations for language proficiency for a level 3 award or qualification.
- Providers will support ākonga/learners during delivery to ensure they have the level of language proficiency or literacy required.

What can I expect out of this qualification?

The purpose of this micro-credential is to provide a credential for print assistants already working in the print industry, those who are new to the industry, and to encourage school leavers into the industry. This micro-credential can be achieved in either reel-fed, sheet-fed or screen printing processes.

This micro-credential addresses a need for entry level training in addition to the provision of different pathways into the print industry, and may lead to further qualifications in print.

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