New Zealand Diploma in Information Technology Technical Support
WelTec
Subject area
Information Technology not elsewhere classified
Qualification
Duration
1 Year
Total student fees
$6,624
over 1 Year - details
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people who have attained a broad understanding of the core concepts and practical skills in Information Technology (IT), with a technical support focus.
Graduates will have an awareness of the IT environment, can respond to the needs of users, and provide IT technical support. They will also be able to operate within the applicable professional standards and practice, as part of a team, or independently under broad supervision.
Businesses, organisations and communities will benefit by having IT Professionals with technical support skills that will be industry relevant. Graduates of this qualification will have the IT technical skills that will enable them to contribute to society, supporting digital proficiency and capability in a range of community and voluntary areas, and proceed to further study.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Learners enrolling are recommended to hold one of the following qualifications, or have equivalent knowledge, skills and experience. NCEA Level 2 or 3 including Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Intermediate User) (Level 3) [Ref: 2592] New Zealand Certificate in Computing (Advanced User) (Level 4) [Ref: 2593] New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology Essentials (Level 4) [Ref: 2594] New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5) [Ref: 2595] International: IELTS 5.5 (no band lower than 5.0) or equivalent or Achieved the academic entry requirements in New Zealand or at an institution where English was the language of tuition and assessment
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
1 Year
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$6,624 | $6,624 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$9,023 | $9,023 |
| Total | $15,647 | $15,647 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
73%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | N/A |
| Earnings range | N/A |
| In employment | N/A |
| In further study | N/A |
| On a benefit | N/A |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 935 832
Phone: 0800 788 399
Fax: (04) 920 2401
Email: information@weltec.ac.nz
Web: http://www.weltec.ac.nz
Where does this information come from?
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