IT User Skills Level 1
IT User Skills Level 1
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Description
IT User Skills Level 1Who is the course for?
This course is a natural progression from Using ICT Entry 3. Alternatively if you have experience of
using MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and internet and email, this Level 1 course provides a
nationally recognised qualification which fits the needs of employers.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum of Entry 3 English
Using ICT Entry 3or equivalent
What will I study?
A total of 9 credits must be achieved to gain the full qualification from the following units: Using
Email (2 credits) Using the Internet (3 credits) IT Security for Users ( 1 credit) Presentation
Software (3 credits) Spreadsheet Software (3 credits) Word Processing Software…
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IT User Skills Level 1
Who is the course for?
This course is a natural progression from Using ICT Entry 3. Alternatively if you have experience of
using MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and internet and email, this Level 1 course provides a
nationally recognised qualification which fits the needs of employers.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum of Entry 3 English
Using ICT Entry 3or equivalent
What will I study?
A total of 9 credits must be achieved to gain the full qualification from the following units: Using
Email (2 credits) Using the Internet (3 credits) IT Security for Users ( 1 credit) Presentation
Software (3 credits) Spreadsheet Software (3 credits) Word Processing Software (3 credits)
How is the course taught?
A range of practical tasks will be set to develop knowledge, skills and understanding. Candidates
will be expected to produce evidence demonstrating that assessment objectives for each unit have
been met.
How will I be assessed?
The units will be locally assessed and externally moderated. Candidates will be required to meet all
the assessment objectives as stated in the unit specifications. Assessment activities will take the
form of practical activities that are locally devised or OCR set.
By the end of the course what vocational skills will I obtain?
Depending on options chosen: Use email software tools and techniques to compose and send
messages; Use browser tools to search for information from the internet; use appropriate methods
to minimise security risks to IT systems and data; Input and combine texts and other information
within presentation slides; Use appropriate formulas and tools to summarise and display
spreadsheet information and Structure information within word processing document.
What materials do I need for the course?
You need a pen; A4 sized ruled sheets of paper and a memory stick. As you will be given regular
homework it is expected that you have access to a personal computer that is Internet enabled.
What courses can I progress to after successfully completing this one?
IT User skills Certificate Level 2
What work-place skills does this course equip me with?
Who is the course for?
This course is a natural progression from Using ICT Entry 3. Alternatively if you have experience of
using MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and internet and email, this Level 1 course provides a
nationally recognised qualification which fits the needs of employers.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum of Entry 3 English
Using ICT Entry 3or equivalent
What will I study?
A total of 9 credits must be achieved to gain the full qualification from the following units: Using
Email (2 credits) Using the Internet (3 credits) IT Security for Users ( 1 credit) Presentation
Software (3 credits) Spreadsheet Software (3 credits) Word Processing Software (3 credits)
How is the course taught?
A range of practical tasks will be set to develop knowledge, skills and understanding. Candidates
will be expected to produce evidence demonstrating that assessment objectives for each unit have
been met.
How will I be assessed?
The units will be locally assessed and externally moderated. Candidates will be required to meet all
the assessment objectives as stated in the unit specifications. Assessment activities will take the
form of practical activities that are locally devised or OCR set.
By the end of the course what vocational skills will I obtain?
Depending on options chosen: Use email software tools and techniques to compose and send
messages; Use browser tools to search for information from the internet; use appropriate methods
to minimise security risks to IT systems and data; Input and combine texts and other information
within presentation slides; Use appropriate formulas and tools to summarise and display
spreadsheet information and Structure information within word processing document.
What materials do I need for the course?
You need a pen; A4 sized ruled sheets of paper and a memory stick. As you will be given regular
homework it is expected that you have access to a personal computer that is Internet enabled.
What courses can I progress to after successfully completing this one?
IT User skills Certificate Level 2
What work-place skills does this course equip me with?
Fee information
Accredited courses
Fee A
Full Fee (Full fees for courses of 15 weeks or more can be paid in two instalments. You must include the first half with your enrolment)
Fee B
If you are:
- aged 16-18 years old on an accredited course
- on Job Seeker's Allowance or on Employment Support Allowance (Work-Related Activity Group)
- unemployed and in receipt of a means tested benefit (or are dependent of someone who is unemployed and in receipt of a means tested benefit) and sign a Declaration of Intention to enter employment
- aged 19-23 studying for a first full Level 2 qualification and do not already have a full Level 2 qualification or equivalent
- aged 19-24 studying for a first full Level 3 qualification and you do not already have a full Level 3 qualification or equivalent
- studying GCSE English or maths and do not already have a grade C or above
- studying an accredited English or maths course
- studying an entry or Level 1 accredited course and are aged 19-23 and have prior attainment below full Level 2. (This does not apply to ESOL courses)
- taking part in a Family Learning activity
Fee C
Exam fees are non-refundable and payable at enrolment. In some cases exam fees are to be confirmed.
*first £40 of the exam fee applies.
Non-accredited coursesFee AFull Fee (Full fees for courses of 15
weeks or more can be paid in two instalments. You must include the
first half with your enrolment).Fee BLearners who are working and
are in receipt of means tested benefits other than JSA/ESA e.g.
housing benefit, council tax benefit, income support or pension
credit.Fee C
Learners in receipt of 'active' benefits i.e. job seekers allowance, Employment Support allowance (Work Related Activity Group).
or
Learners in receipt of wider benefits (or their unwaged
dependant) e.g. council tax benefit, housing benefit, income
support, pension guarantee credit who sign to declare that they are
intending to enter employment.
You will be required to provide valid proof that you are
entitled to receive a free course or a reduced fee at
enrolment.
Fee information
Accredited courses
Fee A
Full Fee (Full fees for courses of 15 weeks or more can be paid in two instalments. You must include the first half with your enrolment)
Fee B
If you are:
- aged 16-18 years old on an accredited course
- on Job Seeker's Allowance or on Employment Support Allowance (Work-Related Activity Group)
- unemployed and in receipt of a means tested benefit (or are dependent of someone who is unemployed and in receipt of a means tested benefit) and sign a Declaration of Intention to enter employment
- aged 19-23 studying for a first full Level 2 qualification and do not already have a full Level 2 qualification or equivalent
- aged 19-24 studying for a first full Level 3 qualification and you do not already have a full Level 3 qualification or equivalent
- studying GCSE English or maths and do not already have a grade C or above
- studying an accredited English or maths course
- studying an entry or Level 1 accredited course and are aged 19-23 and have prior attainment below full Level 2. (This does not apply to ESOL courses)
- taking part in a Family Learning activity
Fee C
Exam fees are non-refundable and payable at enrolment. In some cases exam fees are to be confirmed.
*first £40 of the exam fee applies.
Non-accredited coursesFee AFull Fee (Full fees for courses of 15
weeks or more can be paid in two instalments. You must include the
first half with your enrolment).Fee BLearners who are working and
are in receipt of means tested benefits other than JSA/ESA e.g.
housing benefit, council tax benefit, income support or pension
credit.Fee C
Learners in receipt of 'active' benefits i.e. job seekers allowance, Employment Support allowance (Work Related Activity Group).
or
Learners in receipt of wider benefits (or their unwaged
dependant) e.g. council tax benefit, housing benefit, income
support, pension guarantee credit who sign to declare that they are
intending to enter employment.
You will be required to provide valid proof that you are
entitled to receive a free course or a reduced fee at
enrolment.
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