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Level 2 Digital Skills Course in Basildon

CostFREE
Duration3 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Oct 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Computer Course in Basildon. Classes run at ACL Basildon, part-time during the day. Funding may be available depending on your circumstances.

The course focuses on practical data skills that employers look for. You'll work with Excel to manage datasets, use formulas and functions, and present information clearly. Around 3 hours of study are involved in this qualification element. You should have completed the Access to Data Management and Analytics course before starting.

You'll finish with a Level 2 Award in Digital and IT Skills.

Who this course is for

Unlock the power of data with this industry-focused qualification. This course develops the practical skills employers are looking for, including managing datasets in Excel, using formulas and functions to analyse information, and creating clear, impactf

Entry requirements

You should have successfully completed the Access to Data Management and Analytics course prior to beginning the qualification part of the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll manage datasets using Microsoft Excel.
  • You'll apply formulas and functions to analyse data.
  • You'll create clear charts and reports to present information.
  • You'll organise and structure data for practical workplace use.
  • You'll develop digital skills that employers in data-focused roles look for.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at ACL Basildon. Teaching covers hands-on practice with Excel and data tools. Assessment is based on practical tasks and assignments that reflect real workplace scenarios.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. ACL Basildon will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Data entry administrator, inputs and manages data for a business.
  • Office administrator, handles records, spreadsheets, and digital files.
  • Finance assistant, supports teams with data and reporting tasks.
  • Operations coordinator, uses data tools to track and report on processes.
  • Junior data analyst, works with datasets to support business decisions.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in Data Analytics, a natural next step if you want to go deeper into data work.
  • Level 3 IT or Digital qualification, broadens your skills across a wider range of digital tools.
  • Microsoft Office Specialist certification, a recognised credential for Excel and Office skills valued by employers.
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