MH Community Link: IT Beginners
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In Barnet
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Barnet
Barnet and Southgate College makes every effort to ensure that details about course fees are as accurate as possible but these are subject to change and an assessment of individual circumstances and eligibility.For further information click here.
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Course programme
Adults aged 19+ recovering from mental health conditions who are at a stage in their recovery where they are able to benefit from being and studying at college. The applicants should be ready to make a commitment to the course, attend regularly and be able to cope with the college environment.
What qualifications or experience do I need ?Students will need to be able to demonstrate that they have Literacy skills at E2 or above, either through existing qualifications or by taking a test at interview. This course is one module on our Community Link programme - students also attend Core Modules in Personal and Social Development as part of the programme (See Course Profile for MH Community Link: Steps A, Steps B or Steps C). Students can choose a variety of modules to suit their tastes and needs, of which IT Beginners is one.
What will I study ?This is a beginners IT class. We will develop confidence using Microsoft Word and the Internet. Lessons are fun and use practical contexts for developing IT skills.
How will I be assessed ?There will be a Functional Skills ICT exam at Entry level. Students can take the exam in Spring and Summer term.
What qualifications could I achieve ?Edexcel Functional Skills ICT
How do I join the course ?Initial contact can be made by a mental health professional or GP working with the applicant, who will return a referral form to the course organiser. Alternatively you can also directly contact: Nadia Saccardi nadia.saccardi@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk 020-37644433
Will I need an interview ?Yes. Initial contact can be made by a mental health professional or GP working with the applicant, who will return a referral form to the course organiser. Alternatively you can also directly contact: Nadia Saccardi nadia.saccardi@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk 020-37644433
Any extra costs for equipment/materials ?Students may need to purchase a USB stick.
MH Community Link: IT Beginners