BCS Level 1 Essential Digital Skills

We understand that you work on an 8-week shift pattern so, you can start this course when it is suitable for you and your work pattern.

This level 1 qualification will cover:

- Using Devices and handling information
- Creating and editing
- Communicating
- Transacting
- Being safe and responsible online

You will take two online, onscreen tests as part of this qualification. The two tests are
a Knowledge Test and a Skills Test. 

On successful completion, you will achieve a BCS Level 1 Essential Digital Skills qualification.

There are no entry requirements for this course.

Prior to enrolment, you will complete an assessment, the outcome of the assessment will decide which level you will be enrolled on to. There is further information below regarding how to book an assessment.

This course is delivered online.

This course is FREE to individuals (including those who are employed on the day they start their programme of learning) who:

• Are a Greater Manchester Resident
• Aged 19+
• Have not previously attained a GCSE grade A* to C or grade 4 to 9 in a related IT subject
• Does not hold a Functional Skills qualification above or at the level being applied for

If you are unsure about whether you meet the criteria, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

You will need to attend an Information and Enrolment session which will last approximately one hour.

During the session, you will complete a maths and English initial assessment and your enrolment paperwork.

Please book your session using the links found on this page.