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Level 1 Computing diploma

at North Hertfordshire College, STEVENAGE · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessGood2023see the detail

Level 1Stepping stonesIntroductory Diploma36 weeksFull time

What the college says

Our ICT and computing courses include lots of opportunities for you to get hands-on experience of the world of work, including:Work experience with businesses like Fujitsu, ECP Network, Avnet, Computacenter, and Royde and TuckerEngagement with guest speakers from businesses like Hertfordshire ConstabularyThe opportunity to enter Worldskills competitions to showcase your skills against the best students from around the worldEnrichment activities such as a visit to Euro Gamer,The National Museum of Computing, Cyber Security Conference and the UCAS Convention.ICT and computing courses give you a range of skills from computer systems and networks to advanced database design and software development - whether you?re beginning your career, want to retrain within IT or want to study for fun.Your course will be a mix of classroom-based theory sessions, workshop sessions that explore practical skills, project working with employers and the local community and work experience.Topics include advanced skills in security for IT users, keeping yourself safe online, spreadsheet and presentation software.You will learn the skills you need for the workplace including communication, numeracy, organisation and relationship-building.

What you need to get on

Five GCSEs at grade E or above, including maths and English, or an equivalent qualification at Entry level 3.

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?

Not approved for 16 to 18 funding.

Where it runs

  • Stevenage Centre

    Monkswood Way, STEVENAGE, SG1 1LA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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