Apprenticeships allow 16+ year olds to start work and earn a wage while learning new skills that lead to nationally recognised qualifications. Apprenticeships are designed with the help of employers in the industry so they offer a structured programme that takes Apprentices through the skills needed to do a job well. Most of an Apprentices training takes place on the job but they will also have to complete off-the-job training within the College. This Apprenticeship Programme is designed for new entrants to roles in which they will be working with IT systems and software. The framework offers a wide range of optional units that the Apprentice can study to match their particular organisational and job role requirements. Available at Levels 2 and 3 the framework is suitable for those whose main job role is to use IT applications in support of colleagues or customers in any sector or industry. This can include providing support and assistance to colleagues to make effective use of available IT systems and software- developing testing and implementing solutions to improve workplace productivity through the use of IT- using the advanced features of IT Application Software in the creation and amendment of many types of formatted information including documents diagrams spreadsheets and presentations- maintaining simple websites using the internet to find and exchange information and using social media to disseminate information. Areas to be covered: A range of units are available allowing the programme to be tailored to the role. Compulsory Units: - Improving Productivity.- Using IT.- Understanding the Potential of IT.- Develop Personal and Team Effectiveness.Using IT Optional Units (not exhaustive).- Set up an IT System.- Optimise IT System Performance.- IT Security for Users.- Using the Internet.- Using Email.- Using Collaborative Technologies.- IT Software Fundamentals.- Audio Software.- Video Software.- Bespoke Software.- Specialist Software.- Computerised Acc
Name: Apprenticeship in IT Users - Levels 2 & 3 Qualification title: Extended Diploma in IT (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment The Diploma in IT User Skills (ITQ) comprises a number of units that must be successfully achieved. For each unit the student must gather evidence which shows that they have met the required standard in the assessment criteria. Evidence can take a variety of different forms including observations question and answer sessions products of students work personal statements discussions assignments etc. A compulsory Employee Rights and Responsibilities Portfolio must also be completed. The student will complete English Mathematics and IT (unless a relevant qualification is already held). Awarding Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Created 20150902 09:14:10 Updated 20150902 09:14:10
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Title: Extended Diploma in IT (QCF) Qualification: Extended Diploma in IT (QCF) Classification: Information and Communication Technology