Free Level 3 IT Course in Harrogate. Classes run at St Aidan's and St John Fisher's Associated Sixth Form, full-time over two years. You'll need at least four GCSEs at grade 4, including grade 4 in both English and Maths. The course covers the knowledge and skills employers and universities look for in IT users and practitioners. It supports progression into Engineering, Media, Computing, Sciences, and Business.
Who this course is for
A knowledge and understanding of IT is a ‘must have’ for
every post sixteen student. Employers and universities
require students to be highly competent and informed IT
users and practitioners. Highly motivating, it develops
the knowledge and skills students need to be leaders in
the modern digital linked economy. The skills acquired
will support further study in any subject area including
Engineering, Media, Computing, Sciences and Business.
This qualification gives students a wide choice of
progression options into further study, training or relevant
employment.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 4 GCSE subjects at grade 4
Grade 4 in GCSE English
Grade 4 in GCSE Mathematics
What you will learn
You'll develop practical IT skills used across modern digital workplaces.
You'll learn how to work with digital systems and networked technologies.
You'll study how IT supports business, media, engineering, and scientific environments.
You'll build the knowledge to use and evaluate software and digital tools effectively.
You'll understand how organisations use IT to operate in a connected economy.
You'll develop skills that support further study in a range of subject areas.
How you will learn
You'll study in the classroom full-time, five days a week during the day. The Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma in IT uses a mix of coursework, practical assignments, and unit-based assessments. OCR sets the qualification structure, and your work is assessed against set criteria throughout the two years.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Aidan's and St John Fisher's Associated Sixth Form will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
IT support technician: helping users and maintaining systems in organisations.
Junior web developer: building and updating websites and web applications.
Digital marketing assistant: managing online content and digital campaigns.
Data entry and systems administrator: keeping business databases accurate and up to date.
IT helpdesk analyst: first-line support for software and hardware issues.
Junior network technician: supporting network infrastructure in business settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 A-levels in Computing or Business: deepen specialist knowledge for university entry.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma in IT (Level 3, larger): a more substantial IT qualification building on this introductory award.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Computing or IT: a Level 4 qualification for those moving into higher education or technical roles.
Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Digital Media: the natural next step for those aiming at graduate-level careers in tech.
