NVQ Certificate in ITQ – IT User Skills (Level 3)

Who is the course for?

This course is aimed at anybody who uses a computer, with various software applications, on a regular basis.

What will I study?

Study method
Students are visited in the workplace by a tutor/trainer/assessor who will run through the various elements and criteria for each unit and provide training where necessary. You will then apply these new skills to your work and produce evidence to demonstrate your ability. Evidence examples could be screen shots, files or documents produced, Q&A.

To achieve the Certificate, the student must complete a selection of the following units – totalling 25 points

Selection Status Subject Points Compulsory Unit Improving productivity using IT 5 Optional Units Audio software 4 Bespoke software 4 Computerised accounting software 5 Using collaborative technologies 6 Database software 6 Data management software 4 Drawing and planning software 4 Design software 5 Desktop publishing software 5 Using email 3 Imaging software 5 Using the Internet 5 IT security for users 3 Multimedia software 6 Optimise IT system performance 5 Project management software 5 Presentation software 6 Set up an IT system 5 Specialist software 4 Spreadsheet software 6 Video software 4 Word processing software 6 Website software 5 How will I be assessed?

This qualification is competence based, this means that it is linked to your ability to completely perform a range of tasks connected with your work. Assessments will be carried out on your daily activities using a range of planned assessment methods i.e. observation, discussion and questioning.

How will the course be delivered?

The course should be completed within 9 – 12 months (however some people complete the course quicker than others).

Course Entry Requirements

No entry criteria, all welcome

The college operates a no refunds policy as detailed below. Cancellations and transfer requests are subject to the following conditions:

• More than 4 weeks notice – no charge
• 4 weeks notice – 30% of the cost
• 2-3 weeks notice – 50% of the cost
• 1-2 weeks notice – 75% of the cost
• Less than 1 weeks notice – 100% of the cost

All cancellations must be made in writing and are subject to a £10 administration charge. The full fee’s policy is available on request.

What will I get at the end of the course?

NVQ/OCR Diploma in ITQ – IT User Skills (Level 3): http://www.blackburn.ac.uk/course/nvqocr-diploma-in-itq-it-user-skills-level-3/

What can I do next?

There are many other IT courses on our website, take a look or contact us for more information.

How much does it cost?

The course is priced at £725.00 per delegate and includes skills analysis, course enrolment, NVQ registration, NVQ assessment, internal and external verification and certification.

(Prices Subject to Change)