Free Computer Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Braidwood Trust School for the Deaf, full-time during the day. The course covers a range of IT skills, and you can build up units to suit your learning needs. Entry to the course depends on prior attainment, and the centre will assess this before you start. The course typically runs over one year.
Who this course is for
Entry Pathways IT users is available at Entry 1,2 & 3 and Level 1. There are a wide range of units that candidates can follow, allowing centres to produce a teaching programme to suit their learners needs. The qualification is available in three sizes: Diploma (37 credits), Certificate (13 or more credits) and Award (8 credits or more).
Entry requirements
This course is being run in the academic year 2021-2022 but there is no guarantee that it will run in future years. Entry to the course will depend on the deaf student’s prior attainment
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in using computers and digital devices.
You'll learn to create and edit documents using word processing software.
You'll practise organising and managing digital files and folders.
You'll use online tools and the internet safely and effectively.
You'll build skills in communicating digitally, such as using email.
You'll complete units chosen to match your learning needs and goals.
How you will learn
You'll study in a classroom at the centre, full-time during the day. Learning is unit-based, so you work through a range of IT tasks and activities. Assessment is portfolio-based, meaning you collect evidence of the work you complete. Your tutor will guide you through each unit and confirm what evidence you need to gather.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Braidwood Trust School for the Deaf will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk, inputting and managing information accurately
Office administrator, handling digital documents and communications
Receptionist, using computers for bookings and correspondence
Retail assistant, using digital tills and stock systems
Customer service advisor, communicating via email and online tools
Library assistant, helping people access digital resources
What you could study next
Level 1 Certificate or Diploma in IT Users (ITQ): a larger qualification at the same level, covering more units and broader IT skills.
Level 2 Award or Certificate in IT Users (ITQ): the next step up, recognised by more employers and useful for office and admin roles.
Functional Skills ICT Level 1 or Level 2: a practical digital skills qualification that many employers and colleges accept.
