BTEC First Diploma EDEXCEL -IT Practitioners

IT Practitioners
Qualification: BTEC First Diploma EDEXCEL

Duration: 1 year
This course is an excellent first step towards a career in a computer related area. It provides a broad understanding of IT and develops a variety of IT skills. Students learn to use a number of software packages. The programme includes studying aspects of software development and presenting information using software. There are no exams in this course. The Diploma provides excellent progression possibilities.

Qualification explained
BTECs are practical, work-related courses. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations, activities and demands. As well as learning about the employment area you have chosen, you develop the skills you need to start a career. The BTEC National Diploma is equivalent to three A Levels which means when you have finished the course you can choose whether to get a job straight away or go into Higher Education first. A BTEC National Award is equivalent to one A Level so it can be combined with other subjects. A BTEC First Diploma introduces you to the employment area you have chosen and provides a good basis to go on to a more advanced work-related qualification. A BTEC First Diploma is equivalent to four GCSEs grades A* to C and is normally taken at college as a full-time course.