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Level 3 Introductory IT Course in Helston for 16 to 18 Year Olds

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See IT Courses in Cornwall.

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About this course

Free Level 3 Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT course in Helston. Classes run at Helston Community College, full-time during the day. The course runs over two years and covers areas including cybersecurity, emerging technologies, social media, and data analysis. You'll need four GCSEs at grade 4 or equivalent to apply; studying Core Maths alongside is also advisable. The cambridge technical introductory diploma in it qualification is awarded by OCR, a name employers and universities recognise in the IT sector.

Who this course is for

Do you like learning about cybersecurity, emerging technologies, social media and data analysis software?

Entry requirements

You will need the general college requirements of 4 grade 4s or equivalent GCSE qualifications. It is also advisable to study the Core Maths qualification alongside this subject.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore cybersecurity principles and how organisations protect data and systems.
  • You'll work with data analysis software and interpret real datasets.
  • You'll examine emerging technologies and their impact on business and society.
  • You'll study how social media platforms function and are used strategically.
  • You'll develop problem-solving skills applied to IT challenges.
  • You'll build an understanding of IT systems, networks, and infrastructure.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Helston Community College. Assessment is a mix of coursework assignments and external assessments, as set by OCR for the Cambridge Technical suite. You'll complete units that are assessed individually, building toward the full Diploma over the two-year programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Helston Community College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT support technician: first-line technical support in businesses or schools.
  • Junior data analyst: working with datasets and reporting tools.
  • Cybersecurity assistant: supporting security monitoring and compliance tasks.
  • Social media coordinator: managing digital content and online platforms.
  • IT administrator: maintaining systems, networks, and user accounts.
  • Technical support specialist: troubleshooting hardware and software issues.

What you could study next

The level 3 cambridge technical introductory diploma in it classes give you a solid base for further study. You could progress to a full OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in IT at Level 3 for greater depth, or move into a degree-level programme in computing, cybersecurity, or data science at university. An IT-focused Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) is another route if you prefer a more applied path.

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