IT User Skills - Level 1 Award

This introductory course will equip you with the IT skills needed for today's workplace. You will gain new IT knowledge, including Microsoft Office (covering word processing, spreadsheets and presentation software).

Topics covered can include:

• Word processing software (Microsoft Word)
• Spreadsheet software (Microsoft Excel)
• Presentation software (Microsoft PowerPoint)

You do not need to have any previous qualifications.

All applicants must have an initial assessment and interview to confirm that the course is suitable for them.

The course includes ongoing assessment and may include a final portfolio or exam.

Adults - Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 2

If you will be aged 19+ on 31st August prior to the start date of your course, up to Level 2, then your study with us will be free. You must have lived for 3 years within the EU/EEA/UK prior to the start of your course, you must have lived in the UK before 1st January 2021 and you must have permission to live in the UK for at least 12 months from the first day of learning. Please see here for the documents you will need to show us.

Some courses will have other associated costs, such as for specialist materials and trips. Many of our students are eligible for financial support, see here for details.

The course gives you the chance to develop useful, transferable IT skills to help you progress to further learning, or employment in roles such as a junior administrator.