ECDL Essentials

Certification Summary

ECDL (European Computer Driving License) is an internationally recognised qualification. The ECDL certification you get upon completing your test is accredited by BCS. ECDL is recognised globally by employers, as the benchmark in Digital & IT User skills.

The ECDL syllabus is designed and is suitable for beginner / novice computer users, meaning that anyone can take the course no matter your current skills or previous experience – making it a fantastic course for everyone.

The course is a complete study programme, designed to improve your computer skills and technical expertise to get you to a high standard in Computer literacy – ready for your future career. Students gain an extensive and thorough understanding of in demand and popular software programmes, and a firm grasp on how PC’s work.

Students will be awarded the Official BCS ECDL certification upon completion of the course.

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Course Summary

The ECDL Essentials BCS accredited qualification is a Level 1 ITQ Award, that gives you 9 credits. It consists of modules 1, 2 and 7.

ECDL Essentials is designed as an introduction to IT, for those who are new to the industry and have none or very little experience.

You will gain knowledge and understand the principles of IT, and focus on 3 key essential modules to get you started.

IT User Skills – Level 1 Award (ECDL Essentials)

Through the extensive range of skills that this qualification provides, it opens up a wide range of opportunities for students.

(Qualification Accreditation Number – 500/6226/8).

Careers and Jobs opportunities with the ECDL

This is a widely recognised qualification in the workplace and is becoming increasingly popular amongst both public and private sectors. Many organisations have recognised the Official BCS Accredited ECDL qualification as the computer literacy standard. including The Aviation Industry, the UK Prison Service, and the NHS.

Below are listed some of the industries and job opportunities that a certified ECDL candidate could enter.

  • Healthcare
  • PA/Office
  • IT Trainer with Microsoft Office
  • Bookkeeping
  • Secretarial
  • Aviation
  • Financial Auditor
  • Public Sector

Course Modules

The Computer Essentials Module covers using the common functions of a PC and its operating system, and to learn how to organise and manage directories/folders and files and learn to operate effectively within the desktop environment.

The IT Security Module covers Guidelines and Procedures, Data Security, Technology Security, and System Performance and enables students to demonstrate their competence and knowledge in these areas.

The Using Email & the Internet Module covers how to use a web browsing application, how to understand concepts of electronic mail (email), and other communication options and enables students to learn about the Internet overall.

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Unlimited Access Yes
Number of Modules 7
Number of Units Up to 160

What else is included?

  • Unlimited 12 month access

  • Unlimited support

  • Access anywhere, any time

  • Track progress with our LMS

  • Save money, time and travel costs

  • Learn at your own pace and leisure
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