International College Of Auckland (ICA)

ICA is a private training provider, focused on the provision of quality training. Well qualified and internationally experienced staff, current and extensive learning resources, together with attractive, modern and centrally located sites with the Head Office situated in West Auckland, ensures that the students’ learning experience is first rate. ICA works closely with industry community and government representatives.
The ICA has three primary areas of training. The Business and Communication Department offers a New Zealand Diploma in Business Level 6 course, the Horticulture Department offers a ICA Certificate in Horticulture course, including the National Certificates Levels 2 and 4 and the English Department offers a Certificate in General English, Certificate in Academic English courses and English for New Migrant training.

The College endeavours to meet current training needs in New Zealand and internationally by focusing on key areas of strategic relevance i.e. English,...

ICA is a private training provider, focused on the provision of quality training. Well qualified and internationally experienced staff, current and extensive learning resources, together with attractive, modern and centrally located sites with the Head Office situated in West Auckland, ensures that the students’ learning experience is first rate. ICA works closely with industry community and government representatives.
The ICA has three primary areas of training. The Business and Communication Department offers a New Zealand Diploma in Business Level 6 course, the Horticulture Department offers a ICA Certificate in Horticulture course, including the National Certificates Levels 2 and 4 and the English Department offers a Certificate in General English, Certificate in Academic English courses and English for New Migrant training.

The College endeavours to meet current training needs in New Zealand and internationally by focusing on key areas of strategic relevance i.e. English, Business, Horticulture and soon Early Childhood. ICA recently gained NZQA approval to deliver through distance education the National Certificate in Business Administration and Computing Level 3, gained TEC approval to deliver English for New Migrants training and has submitted to NZQA applications for approval to deliver National Certificate in Horticulture and the National Certificates in Early Childhood Care and Education.

As part of its approach to meeting training and education needs both in New Zealand and internationally ICA has agreements with a range of recognised education, training and local government and community organizations, both in New Zealand and internationally. These agreements provide the Institute with support and mentoring, enabling students to access a higher level training and employment. Some of these partners are: New Zealand Horticulture Industry Training Organisation, Otago Polytechnic and Waitakere City Council.

ICA offers a unique education environment that focuses on individual development and achievement. The College believes that quality teaching, a supportive environment and multi-cultural experience provide a framework for the success of individuals. It recognizes the potential of each student and the contribution they will continue to make to society at a local and global level. The curriculum includes a variety of education programmes, that will pathway students toward both local and international opportunities in business, employment and higher education. ICA offers a student centred learning environment, that focuses on:

• Excellent learning opportunities
• Highly qualified, experienced and innovative staff
• The delivery of practical vocational skills that are recognised in New Zealand and internationally
• The delivery of practical, high quality English for Speakers of Other Languages courses with specialist English language support available for students enrolled on vocational training courses e.g.
• Horticulture
• Student support that includes assistance to achieve learning goals, gain employment or access further training upon course completion, assistance with immigration issues, Loans and Allowances, accommodation, information or other concerns.