The ICDL programme defines the skills and competencies necessary to use a computer and common computer applications. It offers a wide range of modules including Computer Essentials, Word Processing and IT Security. Candidates take tests in themodules which are most relevant to their educational and professional requirements, thereby creating their ICDL Profile. Whether in school, university or in the workplace, ICDL offers the skills you need to succeed.

Create your ICDL Profile today by joining other ICDL candidates from around the world in certifying your computer skills to the international standard.

ICDL programmes are for anyone who wishes to become fully competent in the use of a computer and common applications. Computer skills enable people of all ages to understand and use technology to improve their personal and professional lives. ICDL modules provide a practical programme of up-to-date skills and knowledge areas which are validated by a test.

INTRODUCTORY COURSES

The ICDL Introductory Programmeshave been designed to address the needs of those who have no previous experience of computers, building a level of digital awareness among candidates and giving them the confidence to continue on the path to achieving digital literacy.

Both programmes, Digital Citizen and Digital Citizen Plus are designed to be entirely unintimidating in both their format and content. Candidates are taught and assessed using a paper-based workbook. The workbook consists of simple and straightforward exercises and learning information. Candidates have a tutor who works through the workbook and deals with any problems that the candidate encounters.

The workbook is a study aid and assessment document which helps the tutor to check the candidate’s understanding of an exercises. The candidate also carries out a number of exercises on the Internet.

On completion of the programme, the candidate keeps the learning section of the workbook as a reminder of the skills they have acquired. There is no formal exam at the end of the programme, and assessment is carried out by the tutor on a continual basis. Candidates must complete a final assessment in class without the help of the tutor. Typically, the programme is delivered over a 2 day period (16 hours). Candidates receive a certificate with the Digital Citizen or Digital Citizen Plus listed, on successful completion of the programme.

CHOOSE FROM OUR RANGE OF MODULES BELOW:

1. BASIC MODULE
2. INTERMEDIATE
3. ADVANCED MODULE

BASIC MODULE
ICDL Base modules certify skills that are considered essential skills because they are crucial for anyone who uses a computer to possess.
● COMPUTER ESSENTIALS
● ONLINE ESSENTIALS
● WORD PROCESSING
● SPREADSHEETS
INTERMEDIATE MODULE
ICDL Intermediate modules complement our range of Base modules. They will enable you to develop your skills in knowledge areas that are appropriate for your everyday life, or for your job role.
● PRESENTATION
● USING DATABASES
● IT SECURITY
● ONLINE COLLABORATION
● IMAGE EDITING
● WEB EDITING
● PROJECT PLANNING
● 2D COMPUTER AIDED DESIGN
● HEALTH INFORMATION SYSTEMS USAGE
● ICT IN EDUCATION
● COMPUTING
● INFORMATION LITERACY

ADVANCED MODULES
ICDL Advanced modules will enable you to become a ‘power user’/perform advanced actions in four of the most commonly used applications. These modules are aimed at the work user who needs to demonstrate an in-depth knowledge of these applications in the course of their job role. Prior to taking an ICDL Advanced module, it is recommended that you will already have successfully completed the respective ICDL module, however this is not mandatory.

● ADVANCED WORD PROCESSING
● ADVANCED SPREADSHEETS
● ADVANCED DATABASE
● ADVANCED PRESENTATION