Award For IT Users (Start IT - ITQ) (Entry 3) (QCF)

Qualification Name:Award For IT Users (Start IT - ITQ) (Entry 3) (QCF)
Course Name:Award For IT Users (Start IT - ITQ) (Entry 3) (QCF)
Course Code:BTBY
Centre:Willesden, Wembley Park
Applies to:Adults
Availability:Part Time Day (Part time (VI & First Step to IT)) 9.30-3.00)
Part Time Evenings (Thursday at Willesden 6.00-9.00)

Who is this course for?
This course is for you if you are with none or few IT skills.

What are the entry requirements?
You will require having Literacy level at Entry 2, Numeracy level at Entry 2 and basic keyboarding abilities.
After applying you will have an interview to determine which course is suitable for your needs and abilities.

• Minimum Literacy Level: Entry 2

You can read and understand short pieces of writing such as letters, messages, simple stories, timetables and adverts. You can write short pieces of writing - for example an email to a friend, a simple letter, a story or a message.
• Minimum Numeracy Level: Entry 2

You can work with numbers, symbols, and simple diagrams. You can add and subtract simple numbers and use simple fractions. You can use money, tell the time, measure things and know about squares, triangles and rectangles.

What qualification will I receive?
You will receive CIty and Guilds Award For IT Users (Start IT - ITQ) (Entry 3) (QCF).

Where can it lead?
You can go on to study Certificate For IT Users (ITQ)at level 1 (QCF).

What will I study?
Subject you will study include:
Mandatory unit:IT User Fundamentals
Word Processing
Spreadsheets
VI and First Step in IT will study the following qualification as well as the vocational qualification.
Functional Skills English
Functional Skills Maths
Functional Skills ICT
Personal and Social Development

How will I be taught?
You will be taught through doing practical work on computers and theoretical work in the classroom.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by practical assignment or collecting evidence.

What support is available while I am on the course?
You will have access to a personal tutor to help you throughout the course. The College offers a comprehensive range of student services, including learning and language support.

What will it cost?
Full Time Overseas FeesUp to £3570*
UK Home FeesUp to £1395*
Age under 19 on 31st August of the year you start your course? Study forFREE.

On income-based benefit? You could study for only £30.

Cost & Availability - Please be aware that certain courses are not subject to concessions.