The Chartered Institue of IT have done a very nice piece on the European Computer Driving Licence this month. So without a further a do this is their article but remember we have the complete library of ECDL for £150.00+vat or the individual courses for £55.00+VAT.
The European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) is a relevant and internationally recognised qualification for computer users.
ECDL improves your understanding and efficient use of computers. The course opens up a variety of opportunities through the broad range of skills it provides.
The qualification is widely recognised by employers as proof of ability and competence when working with IT.
ECDL offers flexible courses and patterns of study, and is designed for novice and intermediate computer users. A downloadable syllabus is available for each of the ECDL courses. By looking at these in relation to your current experience and skill levels, you should be able to determine which is right for you.
ECDL is the fastest-growing IT user qualification in the world, and is now available in over 125 countries.
No prior knowledge of IT or skill in computing is needed to study ECDL; it is designed for people wishing to gain a benchmark qualification in computing to enhance their career prospects or for personal development.
717 ECDL completers were surveyed in Spring 2009; of these, 98% said they would recommend ECDL to friends and family.
The skills gained over the course of the qualification will not only improve your career options, but take the frustration out of using your computer on an everyday basis by boosting both your efficiency and your confidence.
ECDL is split into three levels: ECDL Essentials, ECDL Extra and ECDL Advanced.
The qualification that is right for you will depend on your current skills and experience, as well as on what you want from your qualification.
ECDL Essentials and Extra
This qualification is ideal for novice computer users wishing to prove and improve their computing skills for the benefit of themselves and of future employers.
It is also particularly suited to those who require the utmost flexibility in their learning programme, perhaps due to personal or career commitments.
ECDL is designed for novice or intermediate users. It assumes no prior expertise, and offers a flexible working programme.
The basic ECDL qualification is broken down into two levels: ECDL Essentials and ECDL Extra. These can be taken individually to obtain single certificates, or together to achieve the overall ECDL qualification.
ECDL Essentials is a Level 1 ITQ Award and consists of 3 modules. ECDL Extra is a Level 2 ITQ Certificate and consists of 4 modules. As the qualifications map to the ITQ standards they are eligible for funding in England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
ECDL is also available as a single qualification comprising seven modules which is eligible for funding in Scotland.
The modules that comprise ECDL
IT User Fundamentals
(Level 1 - Essentials)
Using Email and the Internet
(Level 1 - Essentials)
Security for IT Users
(Level 1 - Essentials)
Word processing
(Level 2 - Extra)
Spreadsheet Software
(Level 2 - Extra)
Presentation Software
(Level 2 - Extra)
Improving Productivity Using IT
(Level 2 - Extra)
ECDL Advanced
If you have already completed your ECDL and want to progress your skills, or if you are an IT Power User, ECDL Advanced may be the best qualification for you.
ECDL Advanced allows you to demonstrate your higher level computer skills, showing employers that you are confident, competent and efficient.
Modules are available in:
Word Processing
Spreadsheets
Databases
Presentations
Certificates in each application are awarded individually; should you choose to complete all the modules you will be awarded with an additional 'ECDL Expert ' certificate. Each module should require around 40 hours of study.
As with all wanttolearnit.com courses, if you would like the ECDL qualification then we have a list test centres on the website where you will be able to take the exam.
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