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IT Skills for Employment

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IT Skills for Employment

Want to improve your IT skills to get back into work or gain a promotion?

Computer skills are now essential in a wide range of industries, making sure that you are up-to-date and have a wide range of IT skills will make you a valuable asset to any employer. Our IT skills for work courses will make sure you are up-to-speed with the latest software –

These courses will teach you the essential IT knowledge that you will need in the workplace.

Word processing. An ability to use word processing software (e.g. Microsoft Word) efficiently is valuable across a wide range of sectors. This includes skills in data entry, layout and formatting, editing tools, and more.

Spreadsheets. With software packages like Excel used daily in a number of different roles (in sectors from marketing and sales to HR and finance), your ability to create, manage, and analyse spreadsheets (along with charts and graphs) is vital.

Presentation software. It’s also useful to be competent in this software as it will allow you to put together informative and engaging presentations. From slide editing and formatting, to animation and preparation, excellent PowerPoint techniques could drastically improve your employability.

It’s not just hard skills that employers are looking for when it comes to IT competency. From problem solving and analytical abilities, to communication skills and attention to detail, you will develop these skills that are needed to work in any job.

Range of courses available:

Computer Skills for Work – Level 2

Suitable for learners who wish to enhance their competence in using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. You will gain a Level 2 qualification by producing a portfolio that will show employers that you have the skills to work in office and administration settings.

ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence) – Level 2

Suitable for learners who wish to enhance their competence in using word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software. You will gain a Level 2 qualification by sitting a timed exam that will show
employers that you have the skills to work in office and administration settings.

ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence) – Level 3

Suitable for those who already have a good level of IT competence and experience of using Microsoft applications. This course will take your knowledge to an advanced level and gain you access to Further Education and University courses that specialise in computer skills and careers in IT.

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