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ECDL level 1 & 2 spreadsheet unit (BCS)
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The European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) is an internationally recognised qualification. By improving your skills, you will be able to work more efficiently in your job, at home or with IT in general. Both levels follow a structured syllabus working through a series of separately assessed modules covering specific knowledge areas and skills.
The level 1 unit is designed to give you an initial overview of the Spreadsheet office software to help you gain an ICT qualification.
This will allow you to use simple formulae to calculate values, sort and filter data and present data in a graphical format as a chart. (L1 Spreadsheets).
The level 2 unit gives you a more indepth experience of the Spreadsheet office software allowing you to work towards a qualification at this level. This unit will allow you to enter data and format worksheets, to create charts and produce high-quality documents. (Level 2 Spreadsheets)
You will work through a variety of exercises to suit your learning needs and will work individually, in pairs or in groups led by a specialist teacher.

Open Entry Requirements

This course is for anyone aged 19 or over. The course is in two parts, including a short preparation course, which must be completed prior to the main course. You will be required to complete a skills assessment prior to enrolling onto this course. Whilst no entry qualifications are required for the Level 1 Certificate, basic keyboard and mouse skills are necessary and some familiarity with the Internet is desirable. If you feel you do not have these skills, you may wish to enrol on an Introduction to Computers course first. You should have completed the BCS ECDL Level 1 Certificate in IT User Skills prior to joining this class at level 2 or be able to demonstrate computer skills at least comparable to those in the Level 1 qualification.

Open What Will I Need?

You will need to have regular access to a personal computer with Microsoft Office installed. Please bring a notepad, pen or pencil and a small folder for handouts and your work. You may wish to use a memory stick.
This course will be delivered online. You will need access to the internet and an email account. Your teacher will contact you on a weekly basis through Skype and email you will have the opportunity to contribute to group discussions across the County. You will be given tasks to complete at each session and instructions and online demonstrations.

Open Assessment Methods

Your teacher will give verbal and written feedback throughout the course. You will complete online assessments.

Open What Will I Achieve?

ECDL level 1 or 2 spreadsheet unit (BCS) this can be used towards the ECDL certificate in IT user skills at that level.

Open Progression

Level 1 or 2 ECDL certificate in IT user skills with the completion of additional units.

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06901
20/10/2021
15/12/2021
09:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday
75.00
Depending on circumstances, reduced fees may be available.
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