ECDL Essentials

ECDL Essentials is our Level 1 ITQ Award in IT User skills.

ECDL Essentials is an excellent introduction to the world of IT, with units covering the fundamentals of using IT, with a particular focus on the first steps in using a computer, explanations of the internet and email and how they can be used safely and productively.

Although ECDL Essentials is a fixed combination, the achievement can be used towards a flexible level 1 certificate or as credit transfer towards higher level ITQ qualification such as a Level 2 certificate or diploma.

The structure for the qualification is below:

ECDL Essentials

IT User Fundamentals

IT User fundamentals builds the learners confidence by teaching basic interaction with computers, from start up to productive use and basic computer house-keeping.
 

Using email and the Internet

This unit helps the learner understand how to use internet and email in a safe and secure way. It explains key terms and builds a knowledge of the fundamentals of computer security, and how to start browsing the internet and using email.
 

Security for IT Users

The Security for IT Users unit provides the learner with an essential understanding of how to use a computer in a safe and secure manner, protecting their data and that of other users.