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IT Entry 3 Essential Digital Skills

at Tameside College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2024see the detail

Entry levelStepping stonesOther1 yearPart time

What the college says

This is a 10 week accredited part-time programme. You will attend twice a week, it is an exam based course. You will learn through a variety of teaching methods which will aim to meet the needs of each individual and accommodate different learning styles for example, computer based, hands on tasks, case studies, practical work and interactive activities. Throughout the course you will study the following 5 units: 1. Using devices and handling information 2. Creating and editing 3. Communicating 4. Transacting 5. Being safe and responsible online.

What you need to get on

Have a basic knowledge of IT - No formal entry requirements needed. Progress from Go Digital or Digital Discovery Courses. You will need to take an initial IT assessment that will help us place you on the correct course.

How you are assessed

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

What this level means

A supported starting point if exams have not gone well yet.

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

  • Old Street

    Old Street, ASHTON UNDER LYNE, OL6 7SF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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