National Certificate of Educational Achievement

What is the National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA)?

The National Certificate of Educational Achievement (NCEA) is the main qualification for senior secondary school students, and it’s available at Levels 1, 2 and 3. NCEA is internationally recognised. 

How does the NCEA work?

Please view the presentation below to learn more about the NCEA, including:

• internal and external standards

• NCEA options at MAC

• what you need to pass NCEA

• literacy and numeracy

• endorsements

• University Entrance

• special assessment conditions,

• authenticity.

You can also refer to the NZQA Guide to NCEA.