European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

The ECDL course introduces the learner to the basic physical make-up of a personal computer and covers some of the basic concepts of Information Technology (IT) such as data storage and memory, the context for computer-based soft-ware applications in society, and the uses of information networks within computing. The learner shall also gain an understanding of how IT systems are found in everyday situations; and how personal computers can affect health. The candidate shall be aware of some of the security and legal issues associated with computers.

Knowing how to use a computer today is not enough anymore, proving you can work in basic applications such as Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Databases and Email is becoming more and more important, in fact a lot of public sector departments are now insisting that their employees are able to prove their competency in IT skills.

If you want to put yourself in the driving seat with an employer and learn how to use the most common computer applications efficiently and productively, you should enrol on the European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) course.

The ECDL is the ideal qualification to have if you want to gain a fundamental understanding of IT and because it's recognised throughout Europe, you'll also have an internationally recognised qualification - positive proof of your new skills. You'll cover topics such as word processing, plus learn how to manage files, but that's not all. The skills you'll learn with the ECDL will also help you improve your productivity at work - something an employer, or prospective employer will really appreciate.

Overview

The European Computer Driving Licence® (ECDL) is the internationally recognised qualification which enables people to demonstrate their competence in computer skills. The record breaking ECDL is the fastest growing IT user qualification in over 125 countries.

ECDL is designed specifically for those who wish to gain a benchmark qualification in computing to enable them to develop their IT skills and enhance their career prospects. No prior knowledge of IT or computer skills is needed to study ECDL.

How the ECDL works

The ECDL syllabus is designed to cover the key concepts of computing, its practical applications and their use in the workplace and society. It is broken down into seven modules, each of which must be passed before an ECDL certificate is awarded.

Once a candidate is registered at an accredited Test Centre, a logbook listing all 7 modules is issued. The modules may be taken in any order and over any period of time up to three years - even all at once - offering maximum flexibility. When all 7 modules have been successfully passed, the logbook is exchanged for a certificate and ECDL 'licence' card.

The seven modules that make up the ECDL are:

1. Basic concepts of IT
2. Using the computer and managing files
3. Word processing
4. Spreadsheets
5. Database
6. Presentation
7. Information and Communication

Benefits of taking ECDL

1. Raise your level of competency in IT and computing skills
2. Improves your productivity at home and work
3. Requires no prior knowledge of IT or computer skills
4. Provides you with a worldwide recognised qualification

For Syllabus and related sample test documents for ECDL certification programmes, please click on the relevant links provided:

Syllabus

• ECDL/ICDL Syllabus Version 4.0

Documents on this site are provided in PDF Format. You will need Adobe Acrobat Reader to display the files on your PC. Please select the icon provided to download Acrobat Reader.
Please note, it is important to download the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader, as PDF documents on this site are only viewable in Acrobat versions 5 and later.

British Computer Society

The British Computer Society (BCS) manages and promotes the ECDL in the UK on behalf of the ECDL Foundation. More information about the ECDL Foundation and its other ECDL member countries is available on the ECDL. BCS ECDL Information here.

Go to the ECDL Foundation site by clicking here

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