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BCS Level 2 Word Processing Module (ICDL)
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ICDL is an internationally recognised qualification. This level 2 unit is designed to give an initial overview of the Word processing office software for the learner who wishes to gain an ICT qualification. By improving your skills, you will be able to work more efficiently in your job, at home or with IT in general. It follows a structured syllabus working through a series of separately assessed modules covering specific knowledge areas and skills.
This unit will allow you to:
• Create word-processed documents: enter text, edit and format work, use graphs, tables and pictures for a professional finish, and effectively use tools such as the spell-checker and mail merge. (L2 Word Processing).
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 who lives in North Yorkshire. 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.

Open What Will I Need?


This course is delivered online. You will need to have regular access to a personal computer with Microsoft Office installed and an email account to make the most of the online sessions. Your teacher will provide you with help to get up and running and ongoing regular “classroom” support.

Open Assessment Methods


Your teacher will assess your knowledge at the start of the course and within each unit, your individual learning will be tailored accordingly. Observation of your progress throughout the tasks along with sample assessments will be used to confirm your abilities. Completion of each unit is followed by an online assessment set by the British Computer Society (BCS).

Open What Will I Achieve?


On successful completion of this unit you will receive a certificate from BCS. Completion of the four units including the mandatory unit will gain you the BCS Level 2 ICDL Certificate in IT User Skills.

Open Progression


You can progress to other units at level 2 including Presentation, Email, Internet and Spreadsheets.

Open Is there anything else I need to know?

06981L2
03/01/2023
28/02/2023
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Tuesday
75.00
Concessions may be available based on income and benefit status
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