Stay ahead and upskill with a 9-week Micro-Credential
Whitecliffe's Micro-Credentials are current and relevant, and they are a fantastic and convenient way to help learners gain additional skills and improve their employability.
Complete one of these Micro-Credentials and get the other for free*
*Fees Fee promotion applies to Domestic students only for the Cyber Technician and Digital Forensics and Network Defence Essentials Micro-Credentials.
Intakes Open for July + October 2024
Micro-credentials are at the leading edge of learning and development and are a powerful tool for those wanting to step into the industry quickly or those already working in the sector who want to stay ahead. Whitecliffe's Micro-credentials are also great for industry because they fill skills gaps quickly and effectively by providing targeted training in high-demand areas.
Complete either of the following two Micro-Credentials and receive the other fees-free*:
Cyber Technician (15 credits, Level 6)
- Start Dates: 22 Jul, 7 Oct 2024
- Duration: 9 weeks (150 hours total)
- Open to:
- Adults with IT industry experience seeking to upskill or shift to new roles.
- School leavers with experience in IT may require additional support.
- Campus: 100 % online study
- Fees: $770 (Domestic)
What is this Micro-Credential about
The Micro-Credential provides practical skills for efficient, reliable cybersecurity operations in the context of the New Zealand IT industry.
Why study?
The IT industry has a shortage of cyber technicians to carry out the day-to-day operational protection of networks, information, and device privacy. Organisations that use digital technology and prioritise security need skilled cyber technicians.
Digital Forensics and Network Defence Essentials – (15 credits, Level 6)
- Start Dates: 22 Jul, 7 Oct 2024
- Duration: 9 weeks (150 hours total)
- Open to:
- Individuals with knowledge of networking and infrastructure tools and techniques
- Campus: 100 % online study
- Fees: $770 (Domestic)
What is this Micro-Credential about
The Network Defender's unique selling point is to rapidly upskill staff to provide digital forensics support in future investigations of possible digital incidents or cycle crimes with the organisations network, devices, and data. These skills can help with possible prosecutions or identification of offenders, and provide evidences to help the IT team to develop improved systems of defence within the network, devices, or data.
Why study?
The IT industry has a shortage of competent staff with these skills of digital forensics to help organisations investigate, recover and enhance network systems from intrusions and or cybercrimes.
*Fees Fee promotion applies to Domestic students only for the Cyber Technician and Digital Forensics and Network Defence Essentials Micro-Credentials.
To apply, click here
Other NZQA approved Micro-Credentials available at Whitecliffe:
- Network Defender
- Full Stack Python Development
- Ethical Hacking Practices
- Full Stack JavaScript Development
For more information, click here
To see all the other Information Technology programmes: click here
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