Certificate for ICT (OCNW) - Level 1

Certificate for ICT (OCNW) - Level 1

Course ID:
PC68257

Academy:
Community

Introduction:
This Open College of the North West (OCNW) qualification is an alternative to ECDL (European Community Driving Licence). It is aimed at adult learners who may have no experience or very limited experience of using ICT and wishing to develop ICT skills particularly for leisure, home and community needs. It may additionally appeal to self taught ICT users who wish to consolidate and formalise their knowledge and skills without the added pressure of exams.

Study Mode & Location:
This part-time course is offered on a taught and flexible basis and will be held at the majority of our Community Venues.

Course Content:
You will study the following units:

• Unit 1: Using a computer.
• Unit 2: Developing and presenting documents (Word Processing).
• Unit 3: Finding and using information (searching using the Internet, CD-Roms).
• Unit 4: Exchanging information through the use of e-mail.
• Unit 5: Spreadsheets.
• Unit 6: Databases.

Office XP will be used throughout the course.

Assessment:
All parts of the course are assessed, mainly through the compilation of a portfolio. However, two of the units are assessed through external assignments.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Upon successful completion of this course, there is the opportunity to continue your studies to Level 2 by undertaking an OCNW Level 2 Certificate in ICT.

How To Apply
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Money Matters
Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study for FREE or at a reduced price.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.