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Qualification Title New Zealand Certificate in Applied Software Development (Level 6)
Qualification Type Certificate
Level 6
Credits 80
Subject Area
  • Information Technology » Computer Science » Computer Applications and Programming
Strategic Purpose Statement
The purpose of this qualification is to provide Aotearoa New Zealand with people with the specialised technical skills and relevant soft skills to gain employment and work in software and/or web development settings. This qualification will prepare graduates for employment in entry-level software developer roles in a range of organisational contexts.

This qualification is designed to accommodate career changers, lifelong learners, and others who do not already have a background in information technology.

Graduates will be able to operate independently as part of a team or under broad supervision in professional environments.
Graduate profile
Graduates of this qualification will be able to:

- Apply a targeted range of specialised knowledge and skills in software development technologies and iterative development processes to conceptualise, plan, produce, test and deploy full-stack web applications to meet user requirements and industry standards.
- Apply a targeted range of programming languages, libraries and tools, including automated testing, dependency management, and source control, to establish and manage a codebase.
- Apply a range of communication, collaborative and interpersonal skills to enhance inclusion, efficiency, effectiveness, equity and quality outcomes in an organisational environment.
- Apply decision-making techniques, continuous development practices and contemporary project-management methodologies to contribute to complex software development projects.
- Reflect on own professional practice to adjust to dynamic organisational environments.
- Apply knowledge of personal and technical presentation, curating an online presence and interviewing to participate in hiring processes in the IT Industry.
Education pathways
Graduates may progress to further education pathways including higher level IT-related qualifications and industry certifications in areas such as DevOps, AWS, Software Testing, and IT Security.
Employment pathways
Graduates will have the skills and knowledge to be employed in entry-level development roles such as software developer, web developer, and software engineer.

Graduates may also be employed in other roles that use programming skills including teaching or small business projects, or may be self-employed.To find out more about employment opportunities click on the CareersNZ logo, then the provider who offers this qualification.
Entry Requirements
None.
Education Organisation Dev Academy Aotearoa Limited
Developed By Toi Mai Workforce Development Council
Quality Assured By New Zealand Qualifications Authority
Number 4663
Status Current
Created 2022-08-08 10:11:53.93
Next Review 2027-07-31 00:00:00.0
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