Heavy Wheel Alignment

Designed in consultation with industry, the New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Wheel Alignment will provide you with the knowledge and skills required to safely and effectively carry out heavy vehicle and trailer wheel alignments.

Course low-down

Level: Level 4
Duration: 20 months
Fee: $1,189*

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Qualification

New Zealand Certificate in Heavy Wheel Alignment

Eligibility

Must be employed in the automotive industry
Suitable for apprentices and entry-level technicians

You'll learn to

Keep the wheel alignment workshop safe by recognising and responding to health, safety, and technical issues as they arise
Use the right safety precautions when carrying out wheel alignment work on heavy vehicles and trailers
Use your diagnostic knowledge of steering, suspension, braking, driveline, hydraulics, electrical, and electronic systems to carry out accurate wheel alignments on heavy vehicles and trailers

Credits

130 credits

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Get qualified with MITO

Master the precision skills that keep heavy vehicles running safely and efficiently. MITO’s Heavy Wheel Alignment programme builds your capability to assess, measure and correct alignment issues on trucks, trailers and other heavy transport vehicles.

You’ll gain practical, industry‑aligned expertise in diagnosing alignment faults, improving handling and stability, and ensuring vehicles meet performance and safety standards.

Programme outline

The programme includes a mix of workplace practical learning and eLearning which allows you to complete theory elements of the programme in your own time and at your own pace.

You can access eLearning resources, including videos, interactive simulations and online theory assessments, at any time and from any device – mobile phone, tablet or computer.

Real-time results and progress reports are available through MITO’s online Portal to both you and your supervisor.

Training fee

The training fee is $1,189 (excluding GST and any bulk learner discount). Note this is an annual fee and is refundable.

*Prices may vary for work visa holders.

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