IT professionals are in ever-increasing demand in New Zealand
and worldwide. It is important to have a solid foundation in
software and hardware development and support to develop a
successful career in this industry. Having formal training is
imperative to competing for entry-level IT support positions and
further study is vital for higher level positions.
This certificate programme is a solid introduction to the skills
required to further your education in Information and
Communications Technology. You may also utilise this qualification
in a career related to IT or where IT knowledge is essential.
Complete this certificate and then learn more advanced skills on
our Diploma in Information and Communications Technology programme
or if you want to take the next step to a degree, complete our
Diploma in Information Systems Development, equivalent to the first
year of the CPIT Bachelor of Information and Communications
Technology.
What will this programme cover?
- The hardware, operating systems and peripherals of a computing
system
- Software applications
- Data transmission
- Internet technologies
- Ethics and safety
- Communication in an ICT environment
- Time management for the workplace
- Problem solving
Related Careers
Entry level service technician or help desk
What do you need to apply?
It is desirable you have at least 36 credits in NCEA Level 1
including 12 credits in English and 12 credits in Maths or
successful completion of a 60 credit Level 3 tertiary qualification
in computing.
If you don't have the entry criteria, talk to us about whether
you can use your equivalent skills and knowledge to see if this is
the right programme for you.
Programme Recognition
This programme is accredited by NZQA.
Further Study Options
Diploma in Information and Communications Technology
(Level 6, Aoraki Polytechnic Programme)
Diploma in Information Systems Development
(Level 5, Aoraki Polytechnic Programme)