New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Advanced User)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 4 |
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About the course
Enhance your employment opportunities with advanced computing skills.
These days many organisations are benefiting from an increasingly digitalized workplace environment. Employees are expected to be agile, mobile and responsive, connecting with their employers using cloud based technologies. This qualification will build on your existing experience and skills, teaching you to analyse and solve problems through the efficient use of various computer programmes, including OneNote, Word, Excel, Access, Visio and Project.
On this programme you'll learn how to use digital tools to access, filter, combine and manipulate data to efficiently extract, organise, integrate and share relevant information and produce specified outcomes in a variety of settings.
You'll also learn critical thinking, problem solving and decision making techniques to analyse problems, make informed decisions and identify solutions. The programme also covers how to communicate clearly and professionally with colleagues and stakeholders in a range of contexts, to maintain relationships and achieve objectives.
Additionally it explores and evaluates current and emerging trends in the use of digital tools and information to support operational efficiency and effectiveness.
You can either complete this whole qualification or complete only the courses that you need to develop your computing skills.
Entry requirements
40 credits NCEA Level 1, including 10 literacy credits and 10 numeracy credits
Or
New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) Level 3
If you have undertaken examinations other than NCEA (e.g. International Baccalaureate, Cambridge Examination), Ara will assess your qualification for academic entry equivalency.
Still want to study but don't meet the Academic Requirements?
If you show that you have equivalent skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, you may be able to gain alternative entry.
Note: The number of courses you have to complete for this qualification may be reduced where you have relevant credits from previous study, or evidence of similar learning or experience in the workplace. Contact Ara for advice.
What if English is not my first Language?
If English is not your first language, we want to make sure that you will be successful in your chosen programme of study. Please provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Chart .
OR
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.
What if I have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance?
You do not need to provide additional 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.