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IT Level 2 (ICDL Extra) is an internationally recognised qualification. In a world where technology is ever-growing and is used in every industry, it has never been more important to have IT skills. It has therefore become really desirable for an individual to not only know how to operate a computer successfully, but also be able to use its most common programmes effectively. The International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) Extra programme, IT Level 2, will help you learn in depth how to operate the Microsoft packages, which are arguably the most fundamental programmes within the Windows programme. ICDL Extra was previously known as ECDL Extra.
Intech Centre has been operating since 1999 and we have been providing funded courses in Functional Skill, IT, ESOL, Employability and Digital Skills to help you get qualified.
We also provide exam only option if you just want to sit a Functional Skills Maths or English exam.
IT Level 2 (ICDL Extra) course is set up as individual online learning. This would require you to be independent up to a certain level and have the appropriate IT skills to work the programme. However, you shall have a highly qualified and skilled tutor to assist your throughout your whole programme and agree on your mandatory attendance days. They shall track your progress and offer you support through session plans, individual sessions, mini tests and assignments as well as any additional learning material that they may feel you require in accordance with any difficulties that you may face.
By the end of this course you shall update your IT skills in the following areas:
Microsoft Word
Microsoft word has quickly become one of the most used programmes within employment, therefore, this section will focus on teaching you how to use it in detail. This will vary from basics such as how to change the font, style and/or size of your text to how to create detailed adjustments to suite you needs, for instance, adding hyperlinks to your work.
Microsoft Excel
The use of Microsoft Excel is ever growing and is becoming a very convenient and simple way to store data. Therefore, in this section you shall learn in detail how to enter data into excel, create spreadsheets and work out sums.
Microsoft PowerPoint
Microsoft PowerPoint is one of the most favoured programmes when it comes to creating presentations. You shall learn how to create different presentation slides, choose different backgrounds and adaptations as well has how to include different graphs in accordance with your needs.
Improving Productivity of Using IT
This final section shall teach you how to identify the most effective programme of the above to use in accordance with work at hand and the programme that is most cost effective.
This programme shall provide you with the most desirable IT skills for some of the most used programmes in the field of work as well as on a personal level. You shall have a fantastic advantage in the field of employment with these skills.
At the end of this programme you shall be awarded with a BCS ICDL Extra Level 2 Certificate in IT User Skills.
In order to access this course, you must show majority skillset from the IT Level 1 (ICDL Essentials) course.
The length of IT Level 2 (ICDL Extra) course will vary slightly, depending on how quickly you absorb the material, however, in general it should last for an average of 3- 4 weeks.
Upon your enrolment, you shall discuss in detail with the tutor how long the programme should last. They will then set you a deadline and offer you assistance and support to ensure that you reach it.
In order to qualify for the government funding, you must be 19 years or older, living within a London Borough postcode and have not completed a similar level qualification.
Full eligibility check will be carried out during Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) session.
Call us on 020 7354 5655 to book your session.
Please see the Essential Digital Skills for Work (IT for Beginners) or IT Level 1 (ICDL Essentials) if you need to improve your IT skills first.
Depending on eligibility and availability, the course can be either funded or private. One of our advisers will discuss your options once you complete the enquiry form.
To find out more about this course and to book an appointment with one of our advisers, please call us on 020 7354 5655 or click on the ‘Enquire Now’ button and complete the form.
Please be advised that you will need to provide your ID, proof of address and proof of employment.
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