Free Level 2 IT Course in Nottingham. Classes run at The Nottingham Emmanuel School, full-time during the day. This is part of normal 16 to 19 education at the school. Over one year, you'll build practical IT skills covering the knowledge employers and universities look for. The course covers areas such as digital systems, software, and IT in business. You'll sit assessments throughout the year to demonstrate what you know and can do.
You'll develop practical skills in using and managing digital systems.
You'll learn how IT is used in business and professional settings.
You'll study software tools and applications used in the workplace.
You'll explore data management and how information is stored and processed.
You'll understand how networks and communication technologies work.
You'll apply IT skills to real tasks and projects assessed throughout the course.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based teaching at The Nottingham Emmanuel School. The Cambridge Technical Certificate in IT uses a mix of coursework and external assessment. You'll complete assignments and projects that are marked as part of the qualification, alongside any externally set assessments required by OCR. Your teacher will guide you through each unit and support you with your assessed work.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Nottingham Emmanuel School 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 information for organisations.
IT administrator. Supporting day-to-day technology needs in a business.
Digital marketing assistant. Using online tools to support marketing campaigns.
Office administrator. Applying IT skills across business operations.
Junior web content editor. Updating and managing website content.
What you could study next
Level 3 Cambridge Technical in IT (OCR). A natural next step that goes deeper into networking, programming, and systems. Supports entry to university computing courses or higher-level IT roles.
Level 3 IT Apprenticeship. Combines on-the-job training with a recognised qualification. A strong route into employed IT work.
A Level Computer Science. For those wanting to move toward a university degree in computing or software development.
