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Essential Digital Skills Award 1

at The Manchester College, MANCHESTER · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2025see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesOther1 yearFull time

What the college says

This qualification is designed to develop your professional and digital skills in order to prepare you fully for employment. Employers expect applicants to have the necessary digital and workplace professional skills to be able to function at an acceptable standard with minimum training. It is ideal for those with little experience in computing and can aid progress to further education or employment. It’s also helpful for those seeking a more in depth knowledge of particular subjects where the practical use of software is essential, such as accountancy and associated spreadsheet use. You will not only develop the technical skills required, but also your organisational and interpersonal skills. There are five outcomes for this qualification; • Using devices • Finding and evaluating information • Managing and storing information • Identifying and solving technical problems • Developing digital skills

What you need to get on

The provider has not listed entry requirements. Ask them directly, and ask what happens if your grades come out lower than expected.

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • City Campus Manchester

    City Campus Manchester 60 Great Ducie Street, Manchester, M3 1PT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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