IT - Stage 1

Who is the course for?

This course is designed as a simple step by step introduction to information technology.So, if you have had very limited use of computers, or none at all, and wish to develop a foundation understanding in computing, this is the course for you.

Is this course for me?

This course can be completed within five half days, 15 hours classroom time.

You don’t need any experience of computing.You will need a good standard of English to get the most out of this course.

What does it cover?

This course covers the following areas:

Web Browsing
Web Mail
File Management
Foundation Word Processing

What will I be able to do?

By the end of this course you will be able to:

Surf the internet for potential employment opportunities and any other business or personal uses
Send, receive and organise e-mails from any personal computer with an internet connection
Create, edit and organise files and folders
Write a simple employment application letter or any other personal or business communication

What do I get out of it?

You will receive an eDCC qualification in each specific area of learning listed above.The eDCC is verified by the Oxford Cambridge and RSA Examinations board (OCR).These are recognised industry standard qualifications are

What can this lead to?

On completion you may go onto the following courses:

Information Technology Stage 2
Introduction to Customer Services
Office Skills

Who do I talk to about this?

Talk to our ‘Into Work’ team on: 01706 358490

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