New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Practitioner
People Potential Limited
Subject area
Information Technology not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
14 Weeks
Total student fees
$3,500
over 14 Weeks - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
This qualification was co-developed by IT Professionals New Zealand (ITPNZ) and NZQA National Qualifications Services (NQS).
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who have current knowledge and specialist skills in a specific area of Information Technology (IT) practice, in response to the changing needs and demands of the dynamic IT environment.
This qualification is designed for individuals with practical experience in the field of IT, or those who have completed studies, that now require updating in a specific area of IT practice, primarily for employment outcomes.
This qualification is stranded to enable practitioners to update specialist skills for currency in either Server Administration, Network Administration, Information Technology Security, or Software Testing.
Businesses, organisations and communities will benefit from having an on-going supply of IT practitioners who are experienced and qualified in an area of current IT practice, and who may also meet the requirements of internationally recognised industry certifications.
Graduates of this qualification will have the IT practitioner skills that will enable them to contribute to society, supporting digital proficiency and capability in a range of community and voluntary areas, and will be able to operate within the applicable professional standards and practice, both independently and as part of a team.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
This programme is open to learners aged 18 years and above who hold a Level 5 computing qualification or have A+ or MCSA certification or can demonstrate equivalent skills. All learners will go through a selection interview process
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
14 Weeks
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$3,500 | $3,500 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$3,267 | $3,267 |
| Total | $6,767 | $6,767 |
StudyLink website – information about student loans
A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
N/A
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $41,008 |
| Earnings range | $31,925 - $49,984 |
| In employment | 68% |
| In further study | 19% |
| On a benefit | 9% |
All KIS information is the most recent data available and relates to domestic students only.
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Scholarship information
Examples of related scholarships
Ngati Whakaue - Tertiary Grant
Provided by:
The Ngati Whakaue Trust - Secretary
Website:
https://vps.ngatiwhakaue-eetb.org.nz/
Value:
The Board will fix the amount available for Tertiary Grants in the annual Budget
Paehinahina Mourea Trust - Tertiary Grant
Provided by:
Deloitte - Trust Secretary
Website:
http://www.ngatiwhakaue-eetb.org.nz/
Value:
Determined Annually
This information comes from Generosity New Zealand. For more scholarships, search their givME database (formerly called BreakOut) via your college, university or local library website.
Contact details
Main Campus Office
Phone: (09) 437 7593
Fax: (09) 437 7693
Email: admin@peoplepotential.co.nz
Web: http://www.peoplepotential.co.nz
Where does this information come from?
The Key Information for Students data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on information provided by tertiary education providers and the Ministry of Education. Remember to check the provider’s website for further details.
The MyQ data is compiled by the Tertiary Education Commission based on responses to the MyQ survey provided by recent graduates of this qualification.
NZQA supplies all other information based on material from the provider.