Course code
1C3-006
Location
Southgate Campus
Length of course
1 year part time (day)
Course Overview
This course is designed for learners who need to develop essential digital skills for everyday life, work and further study. It is suitable for young people and adults with low digital confidence or limited experience, including learners progressing from Entry Level provision or those needing to meet national Essential Digital Skills requirements.
Get career-ready while you study
From CV workshops and interview preparation to work placements and employer projects, you’ll develop the skills and experience employers value alongside your course.
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements. Learners will complete an initial digital skills assessment to determine the appropriate level (Entry Level or Level 1).
Yes. All applicants are required to attend an interview and complete an initial assessment.
Apply online via the college website, attend an interview and initial assessment, and receive an offer subject to suitability.
What this course covers
Learners will develop practical digital skills aligned to the national Essential Digital Skills standards. Topics include communicating online, handling information and digital content, creating and editing documents, using digital devices safely and securely, and managing personal data and online identity. Learning is based on real-life digital tasks for work, study and independent living.
Assessment is externally set and externally marked by Pearson through practical digital tasks completed under controlled conditions. Learners must demonstrate competence against the national Essential Digital Skills standards.
Pearson Essential Digital Skills Qualification (Level 1)
Fees and funding
Learners may be asked to provide basic stationery. Optional trips or enrichment activities may incur small costs.
Progression
Progression to Level 1 or Level 2 IT and Digital qualifications, improved employability, and greater confidence and independence in everyday digital tasks for work, training or further study.
Modules
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