Course overview
You can master computing skills!
Understanding, using, getting to grips with and mastering digital tools and technology is essential in today’s business world. We need to know how to use that spreadsheet and database, how to apply mobile technology effectively and what’s going on with that website! If you know that upping your game in this space will be good for your career, then this certificate will provide the launch pad.
Who is this for?
This certificate will provide you with the knowledge you need to successfully use a range of common digital tools and technologies. If you want a greater level of confidence working in this space or you want to pursue new career opportunities then the certificate will give you the confidence and skill to move forward with advanced study or that new career path.
What you'll learn
- Master the spreadsheet
Knowing how to develop and complete a spreadsheet and database efficiently is a core skill in a corporate environment. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your skill set in this area and be more productive in this space then the certificate will certainly add value to your CV. - Learn the rules!
There is an online etiquette and you ignore it at your peril. The digital world has opened up so many opportunities and it’s a fast changing world but it’s not a world without barriers or ethics and if you want to be part of it you need to get to grips with the unwritten rules. Learn how these apply to you on this certificate course. - Best practice learnings
You will learn the fundamentals and best practice techniques of web development. How do you use colour, imagery and icons? How do you select fonts and ensure effective architecture? If these questions are keeping you awake at night then this certificate course might just give you peace of mind.
Recognition
Fees Free Study
You may be eligible for one or two years of fee-free study with this course. Check your eligibility at feesfree.govt.nz
You may be eligible for Fees Free study in this course
Study method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration study load
- 60 weeks (part-time)
- Indicative hours per week: 10 hours
Delivery
Entry requirements
Academic requirements:
No minimum required
English requirements:
English language requirements where English is not the first language:
IELTS 5.0 Academic (no lower than 5.0 in any subtest), or equivalent, in one test taken within the preceding 2 years.
(N.B. Learners who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English Language Skills)
Technical Requirements
This course has some technical requirements. Please enquire for the full list of specifications.
Professional recognition
All qualifications will be awarded by one of these providers. Courses completed through eCampus NZ are industry recognised and accepted by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority (NZQA). Graduates may attend the graduation ceremony of the relevant tertiary partner and will receive a parchment from the institute at which they enrolled.
Testimonials
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Tane Edwards"I would definitely recommend studying with TANZ eCampus. The things I have learned are shaping my thinking for the better. Not only will I be more efficient and effective in the work place but the skills you learn can be applied to your personal life as well."
Subjects
To complete the NZ Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) (Level 3), the following courses are available.
About eCampus NZ
eCampus NZ is a flexible online learning service brought to you by nine of New Zealand’s Institutes of Technology and Polytechnics.
Completely committed to supporting online services, eCampus NZ is an alternative tertiary education service that is leading-edge, responsive and puts your needs first. We aim to deliver quality learning that fits into your lifestyle, so you can focus on meeting your study goals.
All New Zealand Certificates qualifications are awarded by one of our partner providers. This means any qualifications you complete online through eCampus NZ are industry recognised, NZQA accredited and internationally accepted. All graduates of eCampus NZ receive their qualification from the institute at which they enrol.
Programmes are currently offered on the eCampus NZ platform by:
- Ara Institute of Canterbury
- Otago Polytechnic (OP)
- Universal College of Learning (UCOL)
- Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT)
- Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT)
- Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
- NorthTec
