You will submit assignments for each of the five units that will be assessed by your specialist teacher to achieve this qualification. This course does not require you to sit exams.
This course has various start dates. Enrolment for this course is now open. This course runs for 6–10 weeks depending on prior knowledge. We recommend that you allocate approximately seven hours per week to your studies online. This can be done flexibly to suit you.
You will gain one of the following nationally recognised qualifications:
The decision which course students are assigned to is based on their BKSB English and ICT Initial Assessments.
Delivered by the Business department, this qualification would be ideal for anyone who would like to develop their knowledge, understanding and competence in a range of different IT skills, particularly those who use IT in their current job role. You must already have basic IT skills and basic knowledge of Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), to be able to complete the course successfully.
This online course is available via the Skills Network’s online learning platform which features:
Studying via online learning means you can choose when and where you study. We ensure you get all the support you need throughout your course in the form of a personal tutor.
The decision to which course level learners are assigned is based on their BKSB English and ICT Initial and Diagnostic Assessments results.
TQUK Level 2 IT User Skills
This course is split into five manageable units:
NCFE Level 1 Essentials Digital Skills
This course is split into five manageable units:
NCFE Entry 3 Essential Digital Skills.
This course is split into five manageable units:
You will submit assignments for each of the five units that will be assessed by your specialist teacher to achieve this qualification. This course does not require you to sit exams.
You will need a computer/laptop with internet connection if completing the course via the online platform.
Upon completion of this course, you could progress onto further qualifications in the IT User Skills suite at Levels 2 or 3 or sector specific qualifications such as:
This course may be FREE to you subject to eligibility criteria. Funding is available for those claiming benefits or on a low wage. (Eligibility criteria applies.) If you are not entitled to any funding the course fee is £150. This course is funded by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) and/or West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA). You must be living in the South or West Yorkshire regions to qualify for funding
Aged 19 or over and thinking about further education?
You may be eligible for free or reduced course fees . Please refer to our page ‘paying for your course.’
Part-time courses are only available for learners who are 19 years old and above. You may not have to pay for this course if you are employed but earn below £21,255 a year, or if you receive Job Seekers Allowance, Employment and Support Allowance or Universal Credit. If you are unemployed, actively seeking employment and receive Council Tax Benefit, Housing Benefit, Income Support or WFTC then you may also receive funding for this course. You will need to provide evidence of your eligibility which will be checked at enrolment.
This course is funded by South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (SYMCA) and/or West Yorkshire Combined Authority (WYCA). You must be living in the South or West Yorkshire regions to qualify for funding.
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
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