BCS ECDL Extra Certificate

To obtain this qualification you must successfully achieve the following units: Word processing software (4 credits). Spreadsheet software (4 credits). Presentation software (4 credits). Improving productivity using IT (4 credits mandatory unit). There is a 1 hour assessment at the end of the mandatory unit and a 45 minute test at the end of each other unit. Suitable for: ECDL Extra is intended to assess the main applications that users require. It allows individuals to develop their IT skills and enhance their career prospects by developing competency and confidence in a range of IT skills to get the most out of a computer. Employers are likely to obtain various benefits from providing employees with an opportunity to work towards this qualification, including savings in time and money through increased staff performance, a reduction in IT problems, increased job satisfaction amongst staff and increased staff retention.