New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) (Level 3)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
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About the course
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand organisations and communities with graduates who have intermediate level computing user skills, and who can be employed in a range of entry level roles.
Graduates will be capable of using a range of common digital tools and technologies to an intermediate level, to produce and process information, and operate effectively with skills that will meet standard professional conventions and be internationally relevant.
This qualification may build on existing skills and can be used to recognise the achievement of relevant knowledge and skills by those already employed. This qualification can complement other qualifications in specific industries.
Graduates will be capable of using a range of digital tools and technologies to an intermediate level, to produce and process information, and operate effectively with skills that will meet professional standards and be internationally relevant.
Businesses, organisations and communities will benefit from having people who have acquired digital technologies skills that contribute to improving performance and productivity. Individuals will benefit from being more confident and capable in the use of a range of digital tools and technologies.
The qualification builds on existing skills and can be used to recognise the achievement of relevant knowledge and skills by those already employed. This qualification can complement other qualifications in specific industries.
Entry requirements
There are no mandatory prerequisites for this qualification.
Learners enrolling are expected to hold the New Zealand Certificate in Computing (User Fundamentals) (Level 2) [Ref: 2591], or equivalent knowledge, skills and experience.
International students must have an appropriate level of English proficiency for the level at which they intend to study. Details of English language entry requirements are contained in the NZQF Programme Approval and Accreditation Rules 2013 (Appendix 2). E.g. IELTS Academic score of 5, with no band score lower than 5; New Zealand Certificate in English Language (General, Workplace, or Academic) (Level 3) [Ref: 1882].
About the provider
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