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Level 2 IT Course in Birmingham for Young People with an EHCP – Queen Alexandra College

CostUsually funded by your local authority
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

For young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), usually aged 16 to 25. Places are usually arranged through your local authority.

About this course

Free Level 2 IT Course in Birmingham. Classes run full-time at Queen Alexandra College, five days a week during the day. This is a specialist programme for students with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), with referral through your Local Authority or a direct application to the college for an initial assessment. The course runs for 12 months and sits within a wider study programme that includes therapies and specialist support.

Who this course is for

Suitable for students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties

Entry requirements

High Needs Students with EHC Plan and referral through Local Authority OR apply directly to College to apply for initial assessment. This will form part of a wider study programme which will include therapies and specialist support for LLDD

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical skills in using computers and digital tools for everyday tasks.
  • You'll learn how to create and manage documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
  • You'll understand how to stay safe online and protect your personal information.
  • You'll explore how IT is used in the workplace and in daily life.
  • You'll practise communicating and sharing information using digital technology.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Queen Alexandra College, supported by specialist staff and therapists as part of your wider study programme. Assessment for the OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate in IT is through coursework and practical tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you work through the units, showing what you can do.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Queen Alexandra College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support assistant: helping users with everyday computer problems
  • Data entry clerk: inputting and managing information on computer systems
  • Office administrator: using IT tools to support day-to-day office tasks
  • Receptionist: managing communications and records using digital systems
  • Retail assistant: using IT for stock, sales, and customer records

What you could study next

After this Level 2 IT Course, you could move on to a Level 3 IT qualification to deepen your technical knowledge. Options include the OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in IT or a BTEC Level 3 in Information Technology. If you want to move into a specific area, you could also look at qualifications in digital marketing, cybersecurity, or business administration at Level 3.

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