By doing further study or training after leaving school, many learners also complete NCEA, often at Level 2.
We're working to make sure that learners who achieve NCEA through further study or workplace training are aware of their achievement.
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 2 is an important and respected qualification. It's also a requirement for many entry-level jobs.
Some people leave school without completing the NCEA qualification, but they go on to earn during further study or training.
If you left school before finishing NCEA Level 2, but completed further study or training, you might have the 80 credits you need to be awarded NCEA Level 2
Credits earned at school can be combined with credits earned in tertiary study or workplace training, meaning students can keep growing their qualifications.
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Find out if you've achieved NCEA after leaving school
We encourage you to contact us if you didn't get NCEA Level 1, 2 or 3 at school, but went on to gain more credits while doing other study or training.
We can help you find out if your further learning means you've also successfully gained an NCEA qualification.
How to contact NZQA
To discuss your record of achievement and any credits you may have earned in further study or training, please call or email us.
Let the team know that you think you're eligible for NCEA because you completed credits after leaving school.
0800 697 296
If you're currently studying or doing further training, talk to your education provider or employer about earning credits.