Free Level 2 IT Course in Fareham. Classes run at Fareham College, full-time during the day. Entry requires four GCSEs at grades 3 to 9, including English and maths, or equivalent. The course is designed for learners aged 16 to 18 years old, or up to 24 years old with an Education, Health and Care Plan. Over one year, you'll build practical IT skills covering areas such as digital systems, software, and communication technologies.
Who this course is for
Full time learners who are 16-18 years old
Entry requirements
You will need four GCSEs at grades 3-9, or equivalent (including English and
maths).This full-time course is designed for young people aged 16-18 (or
up to 24 if supported with an EHCP).
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in using and managing digital systems.
You'll learn how software applications are used in professional contexts.
You'll explore how data is stored, processed, and communicated.
You'll study IT security and how to protect digital information.
You'll gain an understanding of networks and how they function.
You'll apply IT skills to real tasks and projects.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Fareham College. Assessment is through a combination of coursework and assignments completed throughout the year. You'll build a portfolio of work that demonstrates your skills and knowledge across the units covered on the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Fareham College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
IT support technician: helping users with hardware and software issues
Data entry administrator: managing and inputting business data accurately
Office administrator: using IT systems to support day-to-day operations
Junior web content assistant: updating and maintaining website content
IT helpdesk assistant: first-line support for technical queries
Digital marketing assistant: supporting online campaigns using digital tools
What you could study next
Level 3 Cambridge Technical in IT (OCR): a natural next step that goes deeper into specialist IT topics and can lead to higher education or technical roles.
Level 3 IT apprenticeship: combines on-the-job training with a qualification, ideal if you want to earn while you learn.
T Level in Digital: a two-year technical qualification with an industry placement, equivalent to three A levels.
