The European Computer Driving License (ECDL) is a Europe-wide qualification which enables individuals to demonstrate their competence in computer skills. This is a highly sought-after qualification by most businesses and enhances any current employment. This formal qualification will provide you with a better understanding of computer programs you may have to use at work. This course is designed to give you in-depth knowledge and understanding of computer usage and Microsoft Office applications. You will look at legal issues, health and safety and good practice associated with computing.
ECDL has been split into three different levels to make it more achievable; Essentials, Extra and Advanced which are all validated through the British Computer Society. All the ECDL open learning courses are eligible for ITA (SDS Individual Training Accounts) funding. This is up to £200 towards the cost of a course.
Please note: There are 4 diagnostic tests and 4 exams for this course and you must sit them at an Edinburgh College campus.
If you don't sit them at an Edinburgh College campus, you will need to source your own BCS accredited testing centre and pay their additional fees to use it.
- Word Processing?
- Spreadsheets?
- Presentation?
- Improving Productivity Using IT
- You need to have ECDL Essentials or equivalent computing skills to SCQF Level 4
English Proficiency Requirements
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How the course is assessed
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- You will be assessed through online exam style assessments.These will be mostly practical focused with some theory
Please note : There are 4 diagnostic tests and 4 exams for this course and you must sit them at an Edinburgh College campus.
If you don't sit them at an Edinburgh College campus, you will need to source your own BCS accredited testing centre and pay their additional fees to use it.
Progression And Articulation Routes
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- ECDL Advanced
- NC Computing with Digital Media 4
Download our progression route map here
- This qualification enhances chance of promotion
- This is an open learning course. There will be a cut off where you will have had to have completed the course so be mindful of when you join the course throughout the year in order to give yourself enough time.
Course Cost And Funding Options
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Fee: £241 Open Learning (year 1)
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