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4 Wheel Drive (4WD) Training
Our 4 Wheel Drive Training is designed for anyone operating 4WD vehicles in farming, forestry, construction, infrastructure, utilities, or recreational environments.
Training can be customised to suit your experience level and workplace requirements.
Course Options
Choose from:
Basic off-road and on-road driver training
Farm tracks and rural terrain driving
Advanced rough terrain driving
Competency refresher training
Full NZQA Unit Standard assessment
Individual or group bookings
Basic competency training generally takes around 1–1½ hours, while advanced rough terrain training can be completed over a full day depending on the programme selected.
For rough terrain courses, we recommend a minimum of two vehicles and multiple participants to maximise learning and practical experience.
What You'll Receive
Every participant receives:
Certificate of Completion
Company training register
Proof of recent driving competency
NZQA registration of Unit Standards (where applicable)
NZQA Unit Standards
UNIT
TITLE
LEVEL
CREDITS
17976
Demonstrate knowledge of operating a Light Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicle in an off-road environment
4
3
17978
Operate a Light Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicle in an off-road environment
4
3
20848
Demonstrate knowledge of and skills for driving a Light Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicle on-road
4
3
Practical, hands-on 4WD training designed to build confidence on-road and off-road.
Optional Additional Unit
UNIT
TITLE
LEVEL
CREDITS
3465
Describe driving hazards, risk reduction strategies and responses to driving hazards
3
2
What You'll Need
For rough terrain training you will require:
Suitable off-road training venue
Class 1 four-wheel-drive vehicles
Class 1 Restricted Licence when completing Unit Standard 20848
Practical, hands-on training designed to get you road ready.
CONTACT US
FREEPHONE: 0508 2 DRIVE (37483) | Qualified, experienced trainers and industry assessors | Training Southland to be road ready
Providing industry-focused driver training across Southland, Drivetech helps you gain recognised licences and real-world skills to get working with confidence.
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0508 2 DRIVE (37483)
Mobile:
(027) 510 0684
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