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Free Level 2 Computer Course in Manchester

CostFREE
Duration135 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Computer Course in Manchester. Classes run at St Antony's Centre, daytime with flexible study to fit around you. Before you start, you'll complete a short diagnostic test to confirm this is the right level for your existing IT skills. The course covers the Microsoft Office IT applications that employers use day to day, and takes around 135 hours to complete. It's a practical computer qualification built around the standards employers set for workplace IT.

Who this course is for

Introduction

This nationally recognised City & Guilds ITQ Level 2 (for IT Users) course provides flexible study to allow learners to develop and learn IT skills that are most needed in the workplace. The qualification is set by employers to meet the standards required at work when using Microsoft Office IT applications. This programme allows learners to make use of and develop their existing IT skills and offers learners new opportunities for both the workplace and in education progression to higher level courses.

Course content

Learners work through sequential and progressive programmes to achieve units, award (3 units) or certificate (4 units).

The units offered are:

  • Database software
  • Desktop publishing software
  • Presentation software
  • Spreadsheet software
  • Word processing software
  • Improving productivity through IT

Entry requirements

Evidence of competence at level 1 which will be assessed through diagnostic testing prior to the start of the course. This process will ensure we place the right applicant at the correct level to enable them to progress and achieve.

What you will learn

  • You'll use Microsoft Office applications including word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations
  • You'll manage and organise digital files and folders
  • You'll create and format professional documents for the workplace
  • You'll work with data in spreadsheets, using formulas and basic functions
  • You'll communicate effectively using email and digital tools
  • You'll develop the IT skills most commonly required by employers

How you will learn

You'll study in a classroom at St Antony's Centre, with flexible daytime attendance. Learning is practical and task-based, building on the IT skills you already have. Assessment is through portfolio evidence and practical tasks that demonstrate your ability to use IT applications to a workplace standard. Your initial diagnostic test shapes the programme so it matches your starting point.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. St Antony's Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrator, using IT daily to support office operations
  • Data entry clerk, inputting and managing records accurately
  • Receptionist, handling digital communications and documents
  • Customer service advisor, using IT systems to manage queries
  • Accounts assistant, working with spreadsheets and financial software
  • Office junior, supporting a team with a range of computer tasks

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate for IT Users (ITQ) with City and Guilds, building on your Level 2 skills for more advanced IT roles
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Business Administration qualification, combining your computer skills with broader office and organisational knowledge
  • AAT Level 2 Foundation Certificate in Accounting, if you want to move into finance and already have spreadsheet skills
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