university of bedfordshire offers ecdl to students learning resources centre
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University of Bedfordshire offers ECDL to students
Learning Resources Centre
What is ECDL?• European Computer Driving Licence• Outside Europe, it’s known as the ICDL
(International Computer Driving Licence)• World leading computer application skills certification
programme• An internationally recognised qualification, which confirms
IT competence to potential employers• Fastest growing IT user qualification in the world – now
available in 125 countries• Currently has over 9 million candidates worldwide
What’s in it for me?• Builds your confidence in the use of a varied
range of computer applications• Helps you to use applications more efficiently • Reduces your stress and frustration when using
IT to complete your university assignments • Confirms your IT competence to potential
employers• Requires no previous knowledge of IT
Single Qualification - 7 Modules• Module 1 - Security for IT Users • Module 2 - IT User Fundamentals • Module 3 - Word Processing • Module 4 - Spreadsheets • Module 5 - Database Software • Module 6 - Presentation Software • Module 7 - Using Email and The Internet
The seven module ECDL maps to the international ICDL syllabus with the exception of Module 1 which has been designed to meet UK standards.
How long will it take?• Average total study time is estimated by
the British Computer Society to be around between 3-6 hours per module
• Learn online at your own pace• Take the tests when you are ready• 3 years to complete the ECDL from the
date of sitting your first test.
If your degree programme finishes in less than 3 years, you can complete your tests at another test centre.
Support• The ECDL course is primarily self study
using an on line tutorial• Additional support will include:– Supplementary material available on BREO– CST workshops for Word, Excel and PowerPoint– Drop-in sessions and workshops for some
modules will be provided if necessary
The supplementary material available on BREO can also be issued as a library loan.
How much does ECDL Cost?• The ECDL course fee is £120 which
covers:– Registration with the British Computer Society– Online tutorial– 7 practice tests – 7 tests– Support and training
Re-sits are available for both the practice and actual test at a cost of £10 per test.
Taking tests• Test dates and times will be scheduled
on BREO – sign up to the one most suitable for you
• The primary location for ECDL tests will be at the Luton campus LRC in Training Room 2 Level 0
Tests can also be taken at Polhill and Oxford House.
Taking the Tests• Before sitting the actual test, you will
need to sit a practice test • Each test can take up to 45 minutes• The pass mark is 75%• If you don’t get 75% for the practice test,
we recommend you do NOT take the real test until you have had a chance to revise
Most people complete the practice tests and actual tests well before the 45 minutes allocated per test .
To Register• Go to the Luton or Bedford LRC enquiry desks
with:• The £120 fee • Your completed registration form• Your signed learning agreement• Once you have been registered you will
receive an email detailing how to access the online tutorial
Once you have access to the online tutorial, you can start the course.
Any Questions?• Contact us on:
01582 [email protected]
• Useful links:Individual testimonialsEmployer testimonialsWhat organisations have certified staff?
Linda Martin or Rosa Ramos