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Free Level 3 IT Course in Halifax

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 IT Course in Halifax. Classes run at Trinity Sixth Form Academy, full-time over two years.

The course is for 16 to 19 year olds. You'll study core IT topics including networking, systems, programming, and digital communications. The course also covers project management and data management, giving you a broad grounding in how technology works in practice.

You'll finish with an OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate in IT.

Who this course is for

Suitable for 16-19 year olds

Entry requirements

Students wishing to study at Trinity Sixth Form Academy are required to achieve five or more GCSEs (or equivalent) graded at 4 or above, including English and Maths. Please note however, that some individual subjects have their own entry requirements. Please check our website for more information https://sixth.trinitymat.org/applyandcourses/courses-and-entry-requirements/

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how computer networks are designed and managed.
  • You'll study operating systems and how hardware and software interact.
  • You'll develop programming and problem-solving skills.
  • You'll learn about cybersecurity and how to protect digital systems.
  • You'll cover data management and how organisations use information.
  • You'll practise project planning and technical communication.
  • You'll understand digital communications and how businesses use technology.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical tasks, and coursework assignments. Assessment is a mix of unit-based coursework and externally assessed components set by OCR. Some units are assessed through written exams; others through portfolios of work you build up during the course. Your teachers will guide you through each unit and support you with exam preparation.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Trinity Sixth Form Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • IT Support Technician, helps users fix hardware and software problems.
  • Junior IT Assistant, supports a team with day-to-day technology tasks.
  • IT Apprentice, earns while training toward a higher IT qualification.
  • Help Desk Analyst, handles technical queries for staff or customers.
  • Junior Network Technician, assists with setting up and maintaining networks.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 IT Apprenticeship, combines work experience with further technical training.
  • HNC in Computing or IT, a higher-level qualification for those wanting to specialise.
  • BSc in Computer Science or Information Technology, a full degree for those aiming at senior technical or developer roles.
  • CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification, industry-recognised credentials valued by IT employers.
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