Key features
- Accredited and Registered
- Cutting-edge curriculum
- Flexible structure
- Online support
- Affordable and Accessible
- Internationally benchmarked
- Multicultural Faculty and support
- IT Certification online
About
Outcomes
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the information technology environment of an organisation.
- Utilise technology to communicate effectively.
- Operate as information technology support staff.
- Undertake basic information technology tasks in an organisation.
- Apply, implement and maintain the basic principles of information technology systems.
- Compile information for business decision making.
Programme structure
Duration: 1 year
Modules
- Computer Hardware and Architecture
- Introduction to Information Systems
- Web Development
- Introduction to Programming
- Essential Business Mathematics
- Networking Fundamentals
- Business Communication
Elective – Choose one of the following electives:
- End User Computing
- Digital Transformation in the Business Environment
Assessments
- Knowledge Checks
- Project
Admission requirements
- The minimum entry requirement is the National Senior Certificate or National Certificate Vocational with appropriate subject combinations and levels of achievement; or
- An equivalent NQF level 4 qualification with proven proficiency in English
- It is possible in some cases, to gain entry into the programme on the basis of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Application
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Frequently Asked Questions
What jobs can you get with an IT certificate?
There are various entry-level positions you can apply for with a Higher Certificate in Information Technology. Jobs like IT Systems Engineer, Desktop Support Technician, IT Support Technician, Computer or Network Support Technician all require an IT Certificate as a basic minimum qualification.
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