Advanced ECDL: Presentations 2013

This is a self study course which means you can study at home, workplace or wherever you choose at times that are convenient for you. You do not have any classes to attend.

The Advanced ECDL is a Level 3 qaulification (QCF). This is roughly equivalent to Level 6 in Scotland (SCQF). It is accredited by the British Computer Society (BCS).

Advanced ECDL Presentations (Module AM6) is a high-level certification programme for candidates who wish to create effective, high-impact presentations using advanced features and who need to be able to prove their skills in this area. The programme covers advanced presentation features that will allow candidates to use the presentation application to its full potential, and to plan and design more effective presentations that have greater impact and that will better engage and involve an audience.

Please note that although there are four Advanced ECDL Modules and these can enrolled on, completed and certified independently of each other. You only need to complete all four modules if you choose too.

The benefits for individuals with Advanced ECDL Presentations certified skills are listed below:

• It allows users to become more confident, efficient and effective in using a presentation application
• Proves mastery of the application
• Enables users to plan and design more effective presentations
• Improves user’s productivity
• Developed with input from computer users, subject matter experts, and practising computer professionals from all over the world. This process ensures the relevance and range of module content

The materials are provided as web-pages for you to work through online. As you progress through the course materials you will find written explanations of each feature, followed by practical exercises.

You will be supported throughout the course by a specialist Distance Learning Tutor. Your tutor will contact you (via your College email account) within 7-10 working days of receiving your welcome letter and materials. As you progress they will continue to make regular contact to offer support and guidance, usually by e-mail but sometimes by phone, to ensure you are making good progress and to support your learning throughout. Please note that you must be able to study independently through the course materials.

HOW WILL I BE ASSESSED?

An assessment will be carried out in the college assessment centre, when you have completed the course work. The cost of the Advanced Test is £60 payable at the time of booking. Payment can be made in cash at the Assessment Centre Reception in LG10, by cheque made payable to North East Scotland College or by Credit or Debit Card by telephoning the Assessment Centre on 01224 612237.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Prospective students should ideally have the ECDL certification and/or previous experience using computers and common software applications. It is essential that you have previous experience in using a computer, the Windows interface and Windows terminology.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Please click here for a list of the technical requirements for this course. You must also have the following Microsoft Office 2013 software installed:

• PowerPoint 2013

Please note: Microsoft Works cannot be used or this course