Level 2 Award in Digital and IT Skills

This course offers a practical introduction to key digital and IT skills. Learners will engage with modules focusing on fundamental aspects of IT, including Word Processing software and spreadsheet software. This program is designed to provide a solid foundation for anyone looking to advance their skills in the digital world. 

Module examples: 

• Word Processing Software – This unit will develop learners’ ability to maximise the tools available in word-processing software to prepare, process and produce a wide range of sophisticated and professional documents accurately and efficiently. 

• Spreadsheet software – Learners will develop an understanding of spreadsheet software tools and techniques to be able to produce spreadsheets. They will learn how to apply advanced formulae and functions to process data and use automated tools to aid productivity. 

Next steps: Learners can progress onto a Level 3 Course in Digital and Data to include Software Developer, Apprenticeships or Skills Bootcamps in Digital. Learners can also progress to employment where they can apply their digital and IT knowledge and skills. 

There is no requirement for learners to have achieved prior qualifications or units prior to undertaking this qualification.  

The new Digital and Data Centre at Exeter College provides a nationally significant and prestigious digital learning centre in the heart of the city. Complete with digital learning laboratories, state-of-the-art IT suites and interactive seminar spaces, learners have access to cutting edge equipment to help gear them to move directly in to industry or further study.