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Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Hereford

CostFREE
Duration12 months
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Information Technology Course in Hereford. Classes run at Hereford College of Arts, full-time during the day.

This Pearson Edexcel BTEC covers networking, programming, cyber security, database management, and web development. You'll study units that reflect how IT is used in real workplaces. The course takes around 12 months to complete.

You'll finish with a BTEC National Diploma in Information Technology at Level 3.

Who this course is for

The Royal National College for the Blind (RNC) is the UK’s leading Further Education College for those aged 16 plus with visual impairment.

Whatever your goal, moving onto Further Education, Higher Education, into the world of work, setting up our own business or independent living RNC has a range of qualifications and training to help you achieve it.

Entry requirements

An interest in the subject area or career path is desirable, however entry requirements can be discussed individually during Pre-Entry Assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll develop skills in computer networking and infrastructure.
  • You'll learn the principles of programming and software development.
  • You'll study cyber security and how to protect digital systems.
  • You'll work with databases and learn how to manage data effectively.
  • You'll build web pages and explore web development techniques.
  • You'll understand IT project management and how projects are planned and delivered.
  • You'll gain knowledge of IT systems architecture and how components work together.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical assignments, and project work. Assessment is mainly through coursework and unit assignments rather than exams. Each unit is assessed separately, and your work is marked against set criteria. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Hereford College of Arts will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, provides technical help to users in a business or organisation.
  • Helpdesk Technician, handles IT queries and resolves technical problems for staff or customers.
  • Web Designer, creates and maintains websites for businesses and clients.
  • Junior Network Administrator, supports and monitors computer networks in a workplace.
  • IT Technician, installs, maintains, and troubleshoots hardware and software.
  • Data Entry and Systems Administrator, manages records and digital systems for an employer.

What you could study next

  • HNC or HND in Computing, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to go deeper into IT or move toward a degree.
  • Level 3 or Level 4 Apprenticeship in IT, combines work and study in a specific IT role.
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, for those aiming for graduate-level roles in tech or software.
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