Course overview
International Certificate in Digital Literacy (ICDL) Level 1 Certificate City of Bristol CollegeThis flexible course is a highly recognised IT qualification in the workplace and is the preferred qualification for many employers. ECDL is the benchmark for digital literacy in educational systems around the globe.
Dates and applications
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Course Code | Dates | Duration | Days | Hours per week | Start Time | Location | Fee | |
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LGP0598C01-1 | Variable Dates | Flexible, contact College | Flexi | Enquire | Enquire | College Green Centre |
This course costs £360. If you are aged 19 or over, you may be eligible to study for free. Please contact us to discuss your options or visit our Financial Support page.
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Additional information
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for those wishing to develop IT skills as part of their professional development or to enhance employment opportunities.
What you'll learn
During this course you will learn to use a range of software for IT users including word processing, spreadsheets and presentation packages. The ECDL equips students with the skills to use a computer confidently and effectively, building on existing knowledge and motivating further learning. You will need a minimum of nine credits to achieve this award. There is no mandatory unit and you can choose from a variety of units including word processing, presentation, spreadsheets and database.
Course entry requirements
To join this course you need to have achieved an IT qualification at Entry Level 3 or equivalent and students must have English skills equivalent to Entry Level 3 to enable them to understand written instructions and information.
How is the course delivered and assessed?
Examinations are carried out and you will receive regular feedback on your progress. Most of the learning will be done through the use of college workbooks, in a workshop setting, with tutors available to help where necessary. It is also possible to use the online facility to do extra practice outside of college.
Future career and study opportunities
After successfully completing this course, your ECDL is a professional development qualification which can open up opportunities within existing employment or for new employment. This Level 2 qualification can also provide skills for students to consider other courses within the college such as the Business Admin Level 2 or progress to do a Business Administration Apprenticeship. There may be opportunities to do specific professional qualifications such as an AAT Accounting course.
Additional costs
This course is eligible for adult funding and students who apply have never achieved a Level 1 before or are in receipt of benefits, will be able to do the course for free. If you are on a limited income, you may be eligible to receive help with these costs from our Learner Support Funding Bursary.
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