Course Overview
This level 3 qualification covers advanced level IT user skills and applications. By completing this qualification, you will develop advanced IT user knowledge and skills you need to work productively in a managerial job role that requires the expert use of common IT software applications.
This course is available as part of a Personal Learning Account (PLA). PLA is an initiative from the Welsh Government which offers people the chance to access free, part-time courses with flexible and convenient learning that fits around their existing lifestyle (subject to eligibility).
…anyone over 19, living in Wales, in employment and earning less than £34,303 a year.
… anyone wanting to develop advanced IT user knowledge and skills.
… anyone wanting to learn practical and transferable skills to improve efficiency and productivity in their line of work.
This course is delivered by virtual classroom. Virtual classrooms are equivalent to face-to-face classroom courses, but delivered in an online environment.
Course Duration: 15 days
Throughout the course you will learn the following:
You will complete 5 individual mandatory units:
- Word Processing Software
- Spreadsheet Software
- Presentation Software
- Database Software
- Improving Productivity
You can expect to develop skills including:
- How to use IT tools to improve productivity and work more effectively; such as using automated tools and advanced features of software applications.
- How to realise the full potential of spreadsheet software to produce high-quality management information.
- How to exploit the advanced features of word processing software to enhance work, improve productivity and save time.
- How to use advanced features to create high-impact presentations, and demonstrate expert presentation skills.
- How to use advanced tools available within database software to organise and manage information.
None – however, delegates are expected to have a very good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, typically covered in ICDL Level 2 or equivalent.
You will need access to internet, a windows computer and webcam/microphone.
The PLA programme intends to provide quality career advice and guidance to participants before, during and after their learning.
Prior to being enrolled onto your PLA funded course, an individual learning plan will be discussed with you to ensure that the right learning has been considered.
This will include a general discussion on the following topics:
- formal education or qualifications in related fields
- prior experience within the industry or field
- career aspirations
- dedication of time required
