ECDL ONLINE


Category: E Learning Courses

Course Format
Online

Approximate Study Time
80 Hours (Self Study) 		Payment Options
You can spread the payments for this course over 4 monthly payments.

Initial payment of £50.00

Followed by 3 monthly
payments of £25.00		 Price: £125.00
VAT inclusive

Approximate Delivery Time
1-2 Working Days
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ECDL VERSION 5 COURSE
 
The European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) is a relevant and internationally recognised qualification for computer users.

ECDL improves your understanding and efficient use of computers. The course opens up a variety of opportunities through the broad range of skills it provides.

The qualification is widely recognised by employers as proof of ability and competence when working with IT. The ECDL is designed for novice and intermediate computer users.
 
Please Note: Students should enter their preferred Microsoft Office version (Office 2003, Office XP or Office 2007) and their operating system in the course order comments box when ordering.

The ECDL is a European wide standard, however there are various version across Europe according to the local requirements. This ECDL Course has been designed to cover the UK Standards (UK National Occupational Standards) and exam information may differ slightly from country to country.

The ECDL course consists of the following modules:

  • Module 1 - Security for IT Users
  • Module 2 - IT User Fundamentals
  • Module 3 - Word Processing
  • Module 4 - Spreadsheets
  • Module 5 - Database Software
  • Module 6 - Presentation Software
  • Module 7 - Using E-mail and the Internet
Students will also get access to the Improving Productivity module.
 
The ECDL Online Course takes the trainee step-by-step through the complete ECDL v5 curriculum required to achieve the internationally-recognised European Computer Driving Licence qualification. The course we offer is ECDL Approved Courseware.
 
There are 3 separate courses available for students covering the last 3 Microsoft Office products. Students should choose their course depending on which version of Microsoft Office they use (Office 2003, Office XP and Office 2007).
ECDL Course
 
On completion of each section you can apply and sit for your ECDL test at an appropriate testing centre. The full course consists of seven lessons, each corresponding to the 7 modules and exams featured in the full ECDL curriculum. The exam fees are extra and are paid direct to the ECDL exam centre.

The course consists of the following Units:

  • Unit 1: Security for IT Users

This unit consists of the following topics: System Performance Security; Information Security; Technology Security; Guidelines and Procedures; and Data Security.

  • Unit 2: IT User Fundamentals

This unit consists of the following topics: Operating System; File Management; Maintain Systems; Print Management; health and Safety; Security; and Law.

  • Unit 3: Word Processing

This unit consists of the following topics: Using the Application; Document Creation; Formatting; Objects; Mail Merge; and Prepare Outputs.

  • Unit 4: Spreadsheets

This unit consists of the following topics: Using the Application; Cells; Managing Worksheets; Formulas and Functions; formatting; Charts; and Prepare Outputs.

  • Unit 5: Database Software

This unit consists of the following topics: Understanding Databases; Using the Application; Tables; Retrieving Information; Objects; and Outputs.

  • Unit 6: Presentation Software

This unit consists of the following topics: Using the Application; Developing a Presentation; Text; Charts; Graphical Objects; and Prepare Outputs.

  • Unit 7: Using Email and the Internet

This unit consists of the following topics: The Internet; Using the Browser; Using the Web; Web Outputs; Electronic Communication; Using Email; and Email Management.

Pre-Requirements:

There are no particular entry requirements although students should be able to comfortably use the Internet.

The course is only available for PCs and is not compatible with Apple Mac. The recommended settings to run this course are: Internet Explorer; Flash Player; Popup windows enabled; Minimum Windows 2000 Operating System; and Authorware may also need to be installed for some courses.

Course Duration & Support:

Students may register at any time and have access to the materials online for a 1 year period. The courses are designed as self-study courses but if you have any problems you can email our technical support.

ECDL Examinations:

ECDL examinations can be sat at hundreds of centre’s across the country. When you are ready to sit your first exam, you can apply for your ECDL examinations at an appropriate testing centre.
 
 
ECDL Examination Fees:

Each module of the course corresponds to an examination which needs to be sat at an ECDL testing centre, and all seven exams must be passed to gain the full certificate. The seven “mini” exams can be sat in one session or individually over a period of time (up to three years to complete) at a cost of approx. £20.00 per exam. The exams are in a multiple choice format and take 45 minutes to complete.

You will also need to be supplied with a log-book from the exam centre for approx. £30.00. The log book lists all of the modules for the certification and as you pass each module, the accredited testing body will sign the logbook. When all the modules have been successfully completed, the logbook is exchanged for your European Computer Driving Licence Certificate.

The ECDL qualification is widely recognised by employers as proof of ability and competence when working with IT.

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