New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4)

NZ2594

This programme will provide the starting point for you if you want to explore a career in Information Technology.

What you will learn  

When you complete this programme you will be able to:  

  • Apply knowledge of computer hardware, operating systems, applications, networks, storage, and security to provide support for hardware and software resources and a foundation for infrastructure in the IT Profession
  • Apply knowledge of database design, development, queries and management, to support organisational information systems requirements 
  • Apply knowledge and concepts of business analysis, user experience and interface design, to create interactive digital media. 
  • Apply knowledge of programming fundamentals, mathematical and logical concepts that underpin computational thinking, and concepts of software development to write code and create simple applications.  
  • Apply industry relevant project management and planning tools and methodologies to meet the requirements of specified briefs
  • Apply appropriate professional and ethical principles and practices to comply with essential legal and organisational requirements in a range of contexts within the IT industry
  • Communicate and collaborate clearly and professionally to maintain relationships and achieve objectives in a range of contexts within the IT industry. 


Career opportunities  

Graduates of this certificate will have the transferable skills and knowledge to work in a range of entry level support roles in an organisation, which may include business support or retail roles, and some roles in the IT profession. 

Maximum programme completion time 

To be awarded the qualification, the programme must be completed in no more than 2 years of first enrolment, unless there are exceptional circumstances. 

Zero fees offer - terms and conditions

This programme is currently offered under zero fees. 

This zero fees offer is for a limited time and available for:

  • Domestic learners who meet the entry requirements and;
  • Who have not already completed a similar or related qualification at a higher level.

The end date will appear on this page at least two weeks before the offer ends.

What the zero fees offer covers

This zero fees offer only applies to the programme’s course fees.It does not include provision of any textbooks, or any other additional fees incurred by a learner. These will remain your responsibility.

Applying to enrol

When you enrol in the programme or a course you need to fill in the enrolment form. Payment will not be required to complete your enrolment application (subject to terms and conditions).

Who is not eligible for this zero fees offer

You are not eligible for the zero fees offer if:

  • You are an international student
  • You have already completed a similar or related qualification at a higher level.