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Certificate in Information Technology Essentials

At Whitecliffe

Location

New Zealand

Qualification

Certificate IV

Fees

NZD12000

(2026)

Duration

18 Week(s)

Next intake

08.02.2027

Entry Score

IELTS

Course info

The programme combines both theory and practice and focuses on teaching a range of concepts and systems including computer hardware and software, business analysis, operating systems, applications, networks, database and user interface design. This programme is a great place to start learning about the IT industry. It has a practical, hands-on focus which will provide you with the transferable skills and knowledge to be employed in a range of entry-level support roles in an organisation. The practical programme is designed to teach fundamental knowledge and transferrable skills that can be applied to entry-level roles and further study.This programme blends theory and practice to deliver a focus on key concepts and systems such as computer hardware and software, business analysis, operating systems, applications, networks, database management, and user interface design.Duration18 weeksFull-time

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 18 Week(s)

Fees: NZD12000

Intake	Location
February, 2027	Grafton
February, 2027	Manukau
February, 2027	Christchurch City
July, 2027	Grafton
July, 2027	Manukau
July, 2027	Christchurch City

Entry requirements for Whitecliffe

Applicants must

Turn 17 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe
Open entry for domestic students or permanent residents

Applicants who have gained one of the following qualifications would have an advantage in completing this programme:

NZ Certificate in Computing (User fundamentals) Level 2 [Ref: 2591]
NZ Certificate in Computing (Intermediate) Level 3 [Ref: 2591]
NZ Certificate in Computing (Advanced user) Level 4 [Ref 2593]

International applicants must

Turn 18 within their first year of study at Whitecliffe
Meet New Zealand visa entry requirements whitecliffe.ac.nz/international-students

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at Whitecliffe. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.