COURSE INFORMATION

DIGITAL & BUSINESS

LEVEL 1 IT USER SKILLS

The primary purpose of this qualification is to recognise the development of employability skills and/or knowledge. The practical nature of the units will introduce you to specific IT-related skills which can be learnt new or used to build upon existing knowledge and competencies. Ultimately this qualification serves to build learner confidence and provide learning opportunities that are stimulating and engaging.

You will study these units as part of the course:

Word processing software
Presentation software
Using the internet

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no requirements for this course
Acceptance onto this course is subject to successful assessment and guidance interview

COURSE DURATION

15 weeks

AWARDING BODY

Openawards

ASSESSMENT

A portfolio of work is to be submitted for moderation.

WHERE COULD THIS COURSE TAKE YOU?

On completion of this course you may choose to undertake further study.

LEVEL 2 IT USER SKILLS

The primary purpose of this qualification is to recognise development of employability skills and/or knowledge. The practical nature of the units will introduce you to specific IT-related skills which can be learnt a new or used to build upon existing knowledge and competencies. Ultimately this qualification serves to build learner confidence and provide learning opportunities that are stimulating and engaging.

You will study these units as part of the course:

Word processing software
Presentation software
Use of Spreadsheets

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Level 1 IT

COURSE DURATION

15 weeks

AWARDING BODY

Openawards

ASSESSMENT

A portfolio of work is to be submitted for moderation.

WHERE COULD THIS COURSE TAKE YOU?

On completion of this course you may choose to undertake further study.

LEVEL 1 CERTIFICATE IN SKILLS FOR PROFESSIONS IN DIGITAL INDUSTRIES & TECHNOLOGY

This qualification is suitable for learners who are new to, or would like to improve their digital skillset. You will study theses unit as part of the course Collaborative Working using Digital Technology Developing Multimedia Products Digital Content Creation- Audio & Video Digital Safety & Security Understanding Digital Data Introduction to Study Skills Time Management Skills

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no entry requirements for this course
Acceptance onto this course is subject to successful guidance interview

COURSE DURATION

To be confirmed at guidance interview

AWARDING BODY

A portfolio of work is to be submitted for moderation.

ASSESSMENT

OCN London

WHERE COULD THIS COURSE TAKE YOU?

For learners ready to progress a natural progression route would be on to the Level 2 Skills for Professions in Digital Industries.

LEVEL 2 DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

This qualification aims to develop learners’ knowledge and skills in carrying out a range of administrative and business support functions.

Here are some of the units that you will complete whilst on this course:

Communication in a business environment
Understand employer organisations
Manage personal performance and development
Develop working relationships with work colleagues
Understanding Leadership and being a mentor
Understanding Business cultures and diversity in the workplace
Undertaking an Enterprise project
Developing Customer Service skills

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A Level 1 English qualification is required
Acceptance onto this course is subject to successful guidance interview

COURSE DURATION

One Year

AWARDING BODY

Openawards

ASSESSMENT

OCN London

WHERE COULD THIS COURSE TAKE YOU?

On completion of this course you may choose to undertake further study: qualifications you may wish to progress onto include Level 3 Access to Business & IT, Level 3 Diploma in Business Administration, Level 3 Diploma in Customer Service. This qualification may also lead to employment in an office environment, a busy reception and finance.

LEVEL 3 EXTENDED CERTIFICATE IN BUSINESS

The Extended Certificate is for learners who are interested in learning about the business sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in business-related subjects.

You will study these units as part of the course:

Exploring Business
Developing a Marketing Campaign
Personal and Business Finance

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

ALevel 2 Business
Minimum Level 1 English & Maths
Acceptance onto this course is subject to successful guidance interview

COURSE DURATION

To be confirmed

AWARDING BODY

Edexcel

ASSESSMENT

Internal & External assessments

WHERE COULD THIS COURSE TAKE YOU?

On completion of this course you may choose to undertake further study.

LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE IN UNDERSTANDING THE RISK OF CYBERBULLYING

This qualification was developed in response to the worldwide social media safety problem, its aim is to raise awareness of the security and safeguarding risks of using online resources.

You will study these units as part of the course:

Understanding the risks to personal information when using online and social media platforms
Understanding the safe use of online and social media platforms
Understanding the risks of cyberbullying when using online and social media platforms

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

There are no entry requirements for this course
Acceptance onto this course is subject to successful guidance interview

COURSE DURATION

To be confirmed

AWARDING BODY

Pro-Qual

ASSESSMENT

A portfolio of work is to be submitted for moderation.

WHERE COULD THIS COURSE TAKE YOU?

On completion of this course you may choose to undertake further study.

LEVEL 3 CREATIVE DIGITAL MEDIA

This course will enable you to develop an understanding of the media industry through analysing media representations and pitching and producing media projects.

You will study theses unit as part of the course:

Media Representations
Pre Production portfolio
Responding to a commission
Film production

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

A suitable level 2 qualification
Acceptance onto this course is subject to successful guidance interview

COURSE DURATION

To be confirmed

AWARDING BODY

OCR

ASSESSMENT

Online Assessments and internal assessed work

WHERE COULD THIS COURSE TAKE YOU?

On completion of this course you may choose to undertake further study.