Certificate in ICT Principles Level 1
Learn about Information Communication Technology (ICT) , raise your confidence, gain a qualification and learn how to use computers and mobile devices so that you can:
- Understand how to use the internet, applications and other useful tools such as word processing, spreadsheet and presentation programmes
- Enhance the way that you communicate at work
- Develop your skills with our Career Toolkit
After your induction, you will begin with a unit entitled:
- An introduction to computers, other ICT devices and how to safely use the Internet.
We then have a choice of 3 main pathways, shown below.
ICT Pathway
- Cloud based applications and file sharing
- Using work related applications
- Using media in different ways
- Effective communication using ICT
ICT+ Pathway
- Using ICT to plan and schedule jobs at work and home efficiently
- Word processing, spreadsheets and email
- Effective communication using ICT
- Working effectively with basic maths using ICT
Career Toolkit Pathway
- Job search
- Effective online application form completion
- Developing your CV
- Interview techniques and preparation
How long is the course?
1-3 months
How is the course delivered?
You will be assigned a personal tutor who will plan an individual learning programme with you. This will be through a mix of online or face to face workshops and one to one tutorial support.
Where the programme is delivered as a face to face workshop there are usually 4 sessions and an assessment session with practice project and assignment work to complete. Assessment is through a portfolio of evidence which can be gathered through workbook questions and practical ICT assignments.
What are the entry requirements for the course?
You should be aged 19 or over. You may be employed or unemployed. There are no minimum academic or vocational qualifications required but a good general standard of education is beneficial.
What could I do after this course?
Depending on your circumstances you may wish to consider a level 2 Intermediate IT course.