2010 has marked the arrival of IC³ in New Zealand, with Techtorium NZIIT being the first in the country to offer the internationally recognised certification progamme. As computers and internet become increasingly pervasive in today’s digital world it is evident that every New Zealander could benefit from being IC³ certified.

IC³ (Internet and Computing Core Certification) is designed to teach individuals the digital literacy skills associated with basic computer and Internet use. 

IC³ training will enable employers to up skill their staff and increase the productivity of their business. The certification will also provide a useful benchmark to determine the computer competence of job applicants during the recruitment process. As an internationally recognised certification, IC³ will enable kiwis seeking employment both nationally and overseas, to provide sufficient evidence of their IT skills.  

What does the course entail?

Encompassing four key areas of IT, the IC3 programme will teach students the following:

Key Applications

·         Common program functions

·         Word processing functions

·         Spreadsheet features

·         Communicating with present software

Computing Fundamentals

·         Computer hardware, peripherals

·         Troubleshooting

·         Computer software

·         Using an operating system

Living Online

·         Communication networks and the internet

·         Electronic communication and collaboration

·         Using the internet and the world wide web

·         The impact of computing and internet on society

Microsoft to Advanced Certification

·         Word processing

·         Spread sheeting

·         Database Management

·         Outlook

Students are welcome to complete the course at their own pace, however 20-40 hours of learning is expected in order to be adequately prepared for the final examinations.

 Students will be kept on track through:

·         Comprehensive online manuals

·          Regular quiz tests

·         Practice exams

Where can the course be completed?

·         The course can completed either from home, through interactive learning, or on site, at the Techtorium training centre in Newmarket.

How can students achieve IC3 certification?

·         To successfully achieve IC³certification students will be offered three exams upon completion of the course to assess all areas of learning

·          IC³ exams take less than an hour to complete and can be completed at the Techtorium premises – Level 3, 182 Broadway Street, Newmarket.

·         Students have up to 12 months to complete the final examinations.

What is the cost of the programme?

The cost of the course is $345.00 per person (Incl GST) and we are happy to support you through the process.

What does IC3 certification mean for its graduates?

·         students will gain an internationally recognised qualification that offers a benchmark for all our foundation skills

·         IC³ certification allows individuals to get more from their investment in IT and creates a gateway to advancement in education, employment, or other certification programmes.

·         The programme will provide its graduates with the skills they need to greatly improve their career prospects and their income.

Techtorium is now accepting enrollments for the IC3 Certification Programme.

Download the Enrolment Form