Introduction To Computing Level 1
BTEC Introductory Certificate
The Introduction to computing course will allow you to develop a strong foundation of specialist skills required within the IT sector.
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Level 1
Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 1 year
Start date - September-June
Where - Huddersfield Centre
Course Overview
This course is a great introduction into the IT industry. It will enable you to develop your generic and sector-specific skills to work within the fast-paced computing industry.
During this course you will also begin to gain knowledge on more sector-specific skills, such as creating and developing a website, learning and using multiple computer programs, applications and software to solve technical issues.
On this course, you will learn about the importance of organising and prioritising workload within the industry, as well as developing your communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
This course is a great introduction into the IT industry. It will enable you to develop your generic and sector-specific skills to work within the fast-paced computing industry.
On this course, you will learn about the importance of organising and prioritising workload within the industry, as well as developing your communication, teamwork and problem-solving skills.
During this course you will also begin to gain knowledge on more sector-specific skills, such as creating and developing a website, learning and using multiple computer programs, applications and software to solve technical issues.
Core Skills Gained:
A minimum of 4 GCSEs with the following grades: English at 2 or above and maths at 1 or above and 2 other GCSEs at 2 or above.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
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You will be assessed through projects, practical demonstrations, observations, written assessments and report writing.
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Employment in Information and Communication Technology roles are down NAN% since 2021
Wide range of jobs in the Computing & IT Industry
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Qualifications & levels explained
There is a wide range of qualifications and levels available, but not all of them may be right for you. If you’re not sure what qualification type or level you should be searching for, take a look at our qualifications explained.
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We can help you find that perfect career even if you’re not sure what it is yet! At Kirklees College, our mission is to make you as successful as you can be, from finding the right career to gaining the right skills.
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