New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4)

Gain internationally relevant transferable skills and knowledge across a range of disciplines within IT. Essential for working in a range of entry level support roles, this qualification provides a pathway from computing user qualifications to professional IT qualifications.

You will learn how to:

  • Apply essential knowledge and concepts relating to:
    - computer hardware, Operating systems, applications, networks.
    - business analysis, database, user experience and interface design.
    - software development, web design, Project management, interface design.
    - communication and ethical work practices relating to IT.

Programme Specific Information

The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who have the essential skills for further study that will equip them to work in the field of Information Technology (IT) as a professional.

Graduates will gain relevant transferable skills and knowledge across a range of disciplines within IT, essential for working under broad guidance in a range of entry level support roles which may include business support or retail roles, and some roles in the IT profession. Graduates will also be capable of communicating with relevant stakeholders in a professional manner.

Other information

This programme is open entry

Additional expenses:

Stationery and printing $130 approximately.

Career Options

The intention of this qualification is primarily to provide a pathway to further IT study. Graduates of this certificate will have the transferable skills and knowledge to work in a range of entry level support roles in an organisation, which may include business support or retail roles, and some roles in the IT profession under broad guidance

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