Overview of Diploma program
The innovative Diploma in Computer Technology, offered exclusively through ACE Training, will award graduates with an NZQA approved Level 6 Diploma in Computer Technology (DipCT).
The Diploma is an NZQA registered Level 6 qualification and has been approved under the Tertiary Education Commission criteria as being approved for student loans and student component funding.
Students will have two study paths from which to choose – Technical or Developer.
The Diploma incorporates relevant Microsoft Certified qualifications (depending on whether the course is Technical or a Developer course.)
- Microsoft Certified Application Specialist (MCAS);
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE);
- Microsoft Certified IT Professional (Server Administrator) (MCITP) certifications;
- Microsoft Certified Solution Developer for Microsoft .NET (MCSD).
There are 3 components to a Diploma:
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Business skills;
- Certificate in office Specialist and Essentials of Networking (level 4).
This certificate is comprised of MCAS and Networking Essential Skills
- Certificate for Systems Engineer (level 6); or
Certificate in Solution Developer for .NET (level 5).
The Systems Engineer certificate is comprised of MCSE and MCITP (Server Administrator)
The Certificate in Solution Developer for .NET is comprised of MCSD
The goal of the course is to address the skills shortages within the ICT industry in a new way, by up-skilling and qualifying those interested in, or passionate about, ICT who have not had the opportunity to turn their interest or passion into a career.
The diploma program has an integral internship program. ACE Training will bring prospective students and industry representatives together with the aim of companies offering a one year internship at the end of the course, dependent on successful completion of the diploma.
If an internship agreement is not established prior to course commencement for a student, the ACE Training will assist the student in seeking employment upon completion.
Cost
Cost to NZ Citizens and PR: $4850. Eligible for Student Loans.
Pre-Requisites
Students should have at least 2 to three years work experience (not necessarily IT) and either a Business Degree or Diploma.
Applications from candidates with suitable work experience will also be considered.
This is an opportunity that will appeal to students who are looking for a career path into the very exciting and lucrative IT industry.
To register your interest please
click here.
Alternatively contact Margot ph: (09) 378-0411 or email:
margotp@ace.co.nz
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