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Course details

Computer Networking Certificate (CCNA1)
Domestic tuition $940 per year
NZQF Level 5

About the course

Provides the knowledge to apply fundamental networking concepts, technologies and network theory to implement a simple network.

Entry requirements

Academic requirements

NCEA Level 2.
Note: Students who have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), will be assessed for academic entry equivalency.

Alternative requirements

Applicants who are unable to evidence that they meet Academic Requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, may be approved for alternative entry. This may include Recognition of Prior Learning. Contact Ara for advice.

Additional requirements
English requirements

If English is not the applicant's first language, applicants will need to provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart. Applicants who do
not have evidence of English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, may contact Ara for an assessment.

IELTS 5.5 Academic (no lower than 5.0 in any subtest)

Note:
IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.

Students who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English language skills.

About the provider

Ara Institute of Canterbury is recognised as one of New Zealand’s leading tertiary institutes. Specialising in applied, vocational and professional training, it offers more than 150 courses from foundation to postgraduate level. 

Ara caters to a diverse range of learners; from school leavers and career changers to professionals wanting to upskill and individuals seeking to re-enter the workforce.

All Ara students benefit from the Ara Advantage: relevant courses, taught by inspirational mentors in real-life learning environments. Almost every Ara programme includes work-integrated learning. Work placements, apprenticeships, industry-based projects and internships ensure students are work-ready when they graduate.

Across its six campuses, Ara’s dedicated tutors and non-academic staff support students throughout their study journey. A comprehensive range of student services - such as financial assistance, learning support, health and wellbeing services, accommodation, childcare and student events – contributes to the success of every student.

It also has six additional small community hubs which deliver free digital upskilling and personal development courses.

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