The ECDL is a European initiative to provide a tangible certification programme for general computer useage in business today. It has been developed by the European Commission after considerable research and testing across Europe. In Ireland it is administered and audited by ECDL Ireland which appoint and approve testing centres. A similar system works in other countries.
The ECDL certificate consists of seven core units which are considered fundamental to the use of modern computer systems found in most businesses today. The Licence is recognised across Europe and is likely to become a standard requirement over the coming years. Anyone wishing to get the certificate must sit seven short exams covering: IT Concepts, File Management, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access and internet. View Certification Paths.
- Use the most common business software
- Learn advanced word-processing features
- Learn to use the internet and e-mail applications
- Understand important IT concepts
- Learn about the inside of your PC its RAM, ROM, Processor
- Learn about computer security, viruses and ergonomics
and Much More…
Module 1: IT Concepts
Module 2: File Management
Module 3: Word Processing (Word)
Module 4: Spreadsheets (Excel)
Module 5: Databases (Access)
Module 6: Presentation Graphics (PowerPoint)
Module 7: Internet and E-Mail
The exams do not have to be taken at the same time and they can be taken in any order and as many times as required. Each time an exam is successfully passed the result is recorded on a skills card. When all of the seven modules are completed the successful candidate can trade in their skills card and will receive an ECDL Driving Licence as proof of successful completion.Need more information?
- To understand how to use a word processor, spreadsheet, presentation and database application.
- To be able to use the internet and e-mail to send and receive messages and attachments.
- To understand the basic concepts of IT and the use of computers in society.
- To pass the ECDL exams and receive the ECDL certificate.
My company wants to attain the ECDL. What do we do? IACT provides 7 online modules for your staff to complete. On Completion of the 7 modules and with the support of their online Mentor, your staff will be ready to sit and pass the ECDL exams.What if we just want to sit the exams?If you feel you are ready for the exams and have a skills card you can sit on one of our open exam courses which run every month. A time table is available with dates and we can provide you with your skills cards or you can buy them from ECDL Ireland.
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ECDL – The Licence to prove you can drive your PC
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Course Testimonials
“Found the ECDL course invaluable. The staff always have a smile for you, even though dealing with the public can be very tiring. Am looking forward to sitting other courses in IACT. I’ve already recommended IACT to my friends in work.”
Tracy-Frances Curtis – Dunnes Stores
