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The Foundation Level ECDL (equivalent to an NVQ Level 2) is designed to cover the key concepts of computing, its practical applications and their use in the workplace. The ECDL certification consists of seven modules covering topics ranging from basic IT concepts to database use. Each module is followed by an assessment.
Award of the ECDL certification is given on completion of all seven assessments, the modules are:
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Module 1 - Concepts of information technology |
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Module 2 - Using the computer and managing files |
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Module 3 - Word processing |
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Module 4 - Spreadsheets |
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Module 5 - Database |
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Module 6 - Presentation |
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Module 7 - Information and communication |
The START Certificate
The completion of any four of the above listed modules will result in a START Certificate being awarded. A common combination of modules requested by employers is:
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Basic concepts of IT |
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Using the computer and managing files |
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Word processing |
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Information and communication. |
All modules for both the ECDL and START qualification can be taken in any order.
Download ECDL Course Outlines
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