Extended Certificate in Digital & IT Skills

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<p>The Level 2 Extended Certificate in Digital and IT Skills is a nationally recognised qualification designed to develop intermediate digital and IT user skills needed for work, further study and daily life.  </p>
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<p>Part of the Gateway Qualifications IT suite, which is designed to reflect real-world IT skills required by employers.  </p>
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<p>Suitable for adults looking to advance their IT capabilities in word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, databases and digital productivity tools.</p>
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<li>Presentation Software </li>
<li>Database Software </li>
<li>Cybersecurity </li>
<li>Explore new and emerging Digital Technology </li>
<li>Using Digital Technology  </li>
<li>Digital Skills Career Progression </li>
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<li>Must have completed Level 2 Award Digital and IT Skills  </li>
<li>Must be aged 19 or over.  </li>
<li>No formal qualifications required.  </li>
<li>Suitable for those with basic IT competence who want to progress to intermediate level.  </li>
<li>Accessible to anyone who uses IT at work or in everyday life</li>
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<p>City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton WV1 3AU</p>

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<li>Builds a strong foundation of professional IT skills aligned to employer expectations.  </li>
<li>Enhances employment prospects across all sectors, especially administration, customer service, finance and digital roles.  </li>
<li>Recognises learning that takes place across work, education and training settings, with flexible unit choices.  </li>
<li>Helps students develop confidence in using IT tools to complete real world tasks.  </li>
<li>Provides a stepping stone to higher level IT qualifications.</li>
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<li>Through teacher led workshops and practical hands on IT activities.  </li>
<li>Independent practice using a computer, with guided support.  </li>
<li>Activities that mirror workplace tasks, such as creating documents and managing data.  </li>
<li>Flexible, individualised learning approaches to support different skill needs. </li>
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<li>Assessed through a portfolio of evidence, showing competency against unit outcomes.  </li>
<li>Internally assessed and internally quality assured; externally verified by the awarding body.  </li>
<li>No external exam required. </li>
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<li>Course fees may apply, depending on eligibility. </li>
<li>No specialist equipment required.  </li>
<li>You may wish to bring basic stationery (pen, notebook). </li>
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<p>Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Extended Certificate in Digital and IT Skills</p>

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<li>Progress to:</li>
<li>Level 3 IT User Skills or Digital Skills qualifications</li>
<li>Specialist IT pathways (e.g., Cybersecurity, Programming, Web Design)</li>
<li>Business Administration or Customer Service qualifications</li>
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<p>Apply digital and IT skills confidently in office-based and digital-focused jobs.</p>

<p>Perform workplace tasks more efficiently using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and databases.</p>

<p>For further information, careers, or educational advice contact our Student Services Team:</p>

<p>01902 558180 | enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk | www.aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</p>

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