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A Certificate is the best way you can get a taste of what an industry has to offer. These level 1 courses will give you the introduction you need to your future career, covering the basics and overviews and preparing you for your journey.

With ten tertiary qualification levels existing in New Zealand, there are several study options available full time or part-time across many locations across the country. Certificate courses, in particular, are a popular way of completing a higher education degree.

They can be tackled at your own pace and through an online course, in a large variety of career options and range from Level 1 to Level 6 in content and complexity of the course content.

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Data Science Collection

This learner pathway will first provide a foundation of data architecture, statistics and data analysis programming skills using Python and R. This is the first step in acquiring the knowledge to transition away from using disparate and legacy data sou...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes IT Technician
Learning People - Course

Cloud Collection

The Cloud collection will begin with the fundamentals, teaching you how to securely implement and maintain cloud technologies. Once you’ve mastered the basics you can specialise in specific technologies from the likes of Microsoft, Amazon Web Services...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Cloud Professional
Learning People - Course

Microsoft Azure Collection

The Microsoft Azure Collection (Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Microsoft Certified: Azure Developer Associate) is for individuals looking to work with Azure and the cloud with no prior experience. It delivers step by step training to leave yo...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Microsoft Azure Developer +2
Learning People - Course

New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5) (AKL Only)

This programme is perfect for those with a keen interest in computing looking to enter the IT industry or to upskill for future career opportunities. It also provides a solid foundation for IT diploma level study. The Certificate in Information Technol...

Study Method Online
Location Auckland +2
Job Outcomes Programming +6
Whitecliffe College - Course

New Zealand Diploma in Web Development and Design (Level 5) (AKL Only)

This programme is designed for those looking to gain an entry-level role as a web developer. You’ll also gain the practical IT and professional skills needed to succeed in your IT career. On completion of this programme, graduates will be able to build...

Study Method Online
Location Auckland +2
Job Outcomes Applications Developer +9
Whitecliffe College - Course

Growth Marketing Professional

The Australian Institute of ICT (AIICT) has launched a new course for aspiring growth marketers. Our Growth Marketing Professional course has a focus on digital marketing skills and includes valued and globally recognised certifications from the Digita...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Growth Marketer +2
Lumify Learn - Course

Certified Artificial Intelligence Professional

The Australian Institute of ICT (AIICT) has introduced the new Certified Artificial Intelligence Professional course to prepare students for high-paying and rewarding jobs in AI that are increasingly in demand all over the world, across a variety of in...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes AI Developer +2
Lumify Learn - Course

Certificate in Small Business Management

Learn how to effectively manage a small business. You’ll gain fundamental business management knowledge and skills to help you be successful. You’ll learn how to develop a business plan and set up the right business structure, plus gain an understandin...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes Manager +1
The Career Academy - Course

NZ Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5)

IT skills are an important factor to the success of any business, making the tech industry hold high demands for skilled people. Become in-demand with our New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology at Level 5. You will gain essential knowledge a...

Study Method Online
Location Anywhere
Job Outcomes IT Technician
NZSE - Course

Level 1 Certificates

A Level 1 Certificate course is considered a foundation courses where the basic general knowledge is covered. Typically there are highly structured contexts with a large amount of interacting with fellow students.

Upon the completion of a Level 1 qualification, you will be able to apply general solutions to simple problems and possess foundation skills.

Level 2 Certificates

Following a Level 1 qualification, the Level 2 Certificate course is further advancing on foundation knowledge, with more hands-on work. There is still a certain level of collaboration; however, there is a higher level of responsibility for your learning and overall performance.

Level 3 Certificates

To achieve a Level 3 Certificate Qualification sees both operational and theoretical knowledge applied with limited supervision. Dependant on the content of the course and recognition of prior learning a Certificate III can sometimes qualify someone to apply for a full time or part-time job in that field.

Level 4 Certificates

Similar to the Level 3 Qualification, a Certificate IV is of a broad enough course in both operational and theoretical knowledge to provide someone with the tools to find a career in their study field. A Level 4 Certificate Course requires more self-management of learning with broad guidance.

Level 5 Certificates

If you are considering a new career in a field that has more practical than theoretical knowledge required, a Level 5 Certificate is a fantastic qualification level that covers the foundational knowledge and more before specialisation occurs. This certificate course is suitable for career fields such as aged care, hairdressing, beauty therapy, business administration and child care.

Level 6 Certificates

A Level 6 Certificate course is when specialisation occurs; this qualification is suitable for those who are looking to expand their skills but not want to participate in further studies such as an advanced diploma or bachelor degree. Career pathways in interior design, project management and bookkeeping are suitable for a Level 6 qualification.

Following these certificates include:

  • Level 7: Graduate Certificates, Graduate Diplomas, Advanced Diplomas and Bachelor degrees
  • Level 8: Postgraduate Certificates, Postgraduate Diplomas and Bachelor’s Honours degrees
  • Level 9: Master’s degrees
  • Level 10: Doctoral degrees

Entry requirements for higher-level diploma courses and bachelor degrees are often more specific than those for traineeships and short courses. It is essential to always enquire at the NZ educational provider of your choice for the options available. 

Certificate courses cover so many fields and job opportunities ranging from community services and digital media technologies to human resources and early childhood education and care. They are a great way to expand your current knowledge or even to start an entirely new career in beautiful New Zealand.