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New Zealand Certificate in Information Technology (Level 5)
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NMIT is part of Te Pūkenga
This means that you will now graduate with a Te Pūkenga qualification. Read more
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Locations and dates
Nelson:
23 February 2026 -
Length
17 teaching weeks plus 2 weeks of study break
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Total credits
60
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Fees
2025: $3,895 plus $130 Student Services Levy
A Compulsory Student Services Levy applies (2025; $2.17 per credit).
Fees listed are for each year of the programme, indicative only and may vary with course selection.
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National qualification code
NZ2595
Are you the go-to person for computer issues? Like understanding how things work? Why not turn that curiosity into a career in IT.

Turn your love of computers into a career and gain a qualification that will allow you to work in the Information Technology (IT) industry.
This six-month, full-time programme is a great starting point with lots of progression options. It is designed for people who already have a basic understanding of computers and want to develop this further.
With this Level 5 qualification, you will be able to apply for entry-level IT support roles in Tier 1 – first line of support.