Level 2 Certificate in IT Essentials

Course Code

DLC010

Boost your knowledge of computers and software, from home!

Understand how to create documents and format text in a range of Microsoft office programs.
Explore how to improve your productivity when using various IT systems.
Learn more about IT security and the guidelines and procedures involved.

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This course covers accredited ITQ (IT User Qualification) units listed on Ofqual and can lead to a Level 2 RQF (Regulated Qualifications Framework) qualification. The ITQ is a nationally recognised qualification for those who need digital skills as users of technology.

As well as providing an excellent knowledge base in using a computer, the IT Essentials Level 2 course is ideal for:

Students who are planning to gain an internationally recognised qualification in IT.
Those aspiring to achieve a career in the IT industry.
Those that want to progress in their current IT career.
Learners who want to boost their IT skills.

Course Duration

Up to 1 year.

Study Hours

Approximately 140 hours.

Course Outcome

You will receive an ITQ – Level 2 Certificate.

Entry Requirements

To enrol onto this course you should be able to comfortably use a computer and navigate through the internet. You must be 13 years or over.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments. No external examination is required.

Introduction to computers
Hardware and software
Using Windows 10
Organising files
Managing files
Information networks
Health and safety
Lesson review and quiz
Assignment 1 – file management exercise

Introduction
The Microsoft Word application
Document creation
Formatting text
Word objects
Mail merge
Prepare outputs
Lesson review and quiz
Assignment 2 – Word processing exercises

Introduction
The Excel application
Cell basics
Managing worksheets
Formulae and functions
Formatting charts
Preparing Outputs
Lesson review and quiz
Assignment 3 – Excel exercises

Introduction
Using the Access application
Database tables
Retrieving data
Database objects
Preparing output
Lesson review and quiz
Assignment 4 – Access exercises

Introduction
Using the PowerPoint application
Developing a presentation
Inserting text
Inserting charts
Graphical elements
Preparing outputs
Lesson review and quiz
Assignment 5 – Build a presentation

Introduction
Web browsing concepts
Web browsing
Web based information
Communication concepts
Using email
Lesson review and quiz
Assignment 6 – Blog software research project

Introduction
Using IT systems
Selecting IT systems
Reviewing IT systems
Improving productivity
Lesson review and quiz
Assignment 7 – Productivity review

Introduction
System performance and security
Information security
Technology security
Guidelines and procedures
Data security
Lesson review and quiz
Assignment 8 – Write a security policy

Assessment

You will be assessed through project-based assignments which will require you to demonstrate skills you have learnt in each lesson. There is an assignment for each unit within the course.

Course Duration

You will have a full year to complete this course, which is plenty of time to be able to study at your own pace. This course will take you approximately 140 hours to complete.

Study Method

You will study this course through distance learning, which means you can learn at a time and place to suit you. You will study this course online and work will be submitted to your course tutor by email. You will receive a year’s full tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Outcome

On successful completion of this course students will receive our ITQ – Level 2 Certificate. This is not a nationally recognised qualification.
The course measurable learning outcomes have been benchmarked at Level 2 using the RQF framework to allow you to consider the depth of study, difficulty, and level of achievement involved.

Awarding Body

If you want to gain the Open Awards IT User Skills – Level 2 Certificate Qualification you can pay the required accreditation fee of £150.00 to be entered for this qualification. This qualification has been accredited on the Regulated Qualifications Framework (qualification code: 600/5670/8). This is a Level 2 Certificate Qualification with 32 Credits.
The certification is issued through Open Awards. Open Awards are an Awarding Body Organisation approved by Ofqual. Set up in 1981, Open Awards (previously the North West Region of the National Open College Network – OCNNW) have been in business for over 30 years and are a not for profit organisation and a registered charity.

The course focuses on Microsoft Windows 10 and Microsoft Office 2019/365 or earlier, and students will require their own versions of appropriate software. Earlier versions of Windows and Microsoft Office can be used, although some instructions may be different for the earlier versions of the software.

Please Note: The course covers the use of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office (PC Versions) and is designed for use on a PC. It will be possible to view the course materials using an Apple Mac although the information within the course will be specific to Windows based software.

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If you would like to gain the Open Awards IT User Skills – Level 2 Certificate Qualification you will need to pay the required accreditation fee of £150.00 to be entered for this qualification. It is your own responsibility to book and pay for this.

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.