ICDL Advance - IT Qualifications Level 3 (Advanced Certificate)
Course Titles: BCS Level 3 Certificate in IT User Skills (ICDL Advanced) (ITQ) (QAN: 500/6243/8) (29 Credits)
- Word Processing - (Unit Code: Y/502/4629) - (6 Credits)
- Spreadsheet - (Unit Code: J/502/4626) - (6 Credits)
- PowerPoint - (Unit Code: T/502/4623) - (6 Credits)
- Database - (Unit Code: T/502/ 4556) - (6 Credits)
- Improving Productivity using IT: (Unit Code: L/502/4157) - (5 Credits)
- Course Fee: £900
OR
Flexi/Single BCS Level 3 unit to acquire an award (3, 4, 5 or 6 credits per unit).
- Word Processing Software - (Unit Code: Y/502/4629) (6 Credits)
- Spreadsheet Software - (Unit Code: J/502/4626) (6 Credits)
- PowerPoint Software - (Unit Code: T/502/4623) (6 Credits)
- Database Software - (Unit Code: T/502/4556) (6 Credits)
- Improving Productivity Using IT - (Unit Code: L/502/4157) (5 Credits)
- Audio Software - (Unit Code: H/502/4391) (4 Credits)
- Bespoke Software - (Unit Code: J/502/4397) (4 Credits)
- Computerised Accounting Software - (Unit Code: L/502/4403) (5 Credits)
- Data Management Software - (Unit Code: A/502/4560) (4 Credits)
- Design Software - (Unit Code: A/502/4574) (5 Credits)
- Desktop Publishing - (Unit Code: H/502/4567) (5 Credits)
- Developing Personal and Team Effectiveness Using IT - (Unit Code: H/503/0501) (4 Credits)
- Drawing & Planning Software - (Unit Code: F/502/4611) (4 Credits)
- Imaging Software - (Unit Code: R/502/4614) (5 Credits)
- IT Security for Users - (Unit Code: D/502/4258) (3 Credits)
- Multimedia Software - (Unit Code: H/502/4617) (6 Credits)
- Optimise IT System Performance - (Unit Code: K/502/4246) (5 Credits)
- Project Management Software - (Unit Code: H/502/4620) (5 Credits)
- Set up an IT System - (Unit Code: R/502/4211) (5 Credits)
- Specialist Software - (Unit Code: A/502/4400) (5 Credits)
- Understanding the Potential of IT - (Unit Code: D/503/0500) (8 Credits)
- Using Collaborative Technologies - (Unit Code: T/502/4380) (6 Credits)
- Using Email - (Unit Code: T/502/4301) (3 Credits)
- Using the Internet - (Unit Code: F/502/4298) (5 Credits)
- Website Software - (Unit Code: Y/502/4632) (5 Credits)
Unit Fee: £225 per unit. 1 credit = 10 hours of Guided Learning Hours (GLH), the unit fee quoted for the Flexi/Single units will include all the resources you will need to complete your course see Book Your Course Now below. However the unit fee do not include your live test/exam and/or BCS invigilation fees, see Price List below.
View all of the above ICDL Level 3 Courses in detail:
Click here to download the ITQ specification guide
Course Level: Level 3
Advanced Certificate = 29 Credits (Mandatory)
Automated Testing
The tests cover all ECDL/ICDL units where a learner will take the test on a computer at an Approved Centre, or online and this offers instant results to the learner.
The tests vary in length and time allowance dependant on unit taken (45 to 90 minutes).
BCS is responsible for Quality Assuring the tests.
All tests are invigilated by a BCS registered invigilator.
Grading
The pass mark is 75% (pass or fail only) for all units with the exception of Improving Productivity Using IT (IPU) which is explained below.
The IPU unit is broken down into 2 sections:
- Knowledge
- Performance
Learners should use skills gained in previous IT User units to complete scenario-based assessments which prove their understanding of using IT to improve productivity in a practical work style environment.
To successfully pass the IPU unit, and the full qualification, learners are required to achieve:
- at least 75% in the knowledge section; and
- at least 75% of the tasks within the performance section.
Course Delivery: Online
Course Aims:
The course is designed for those learners who want to gain an internationally recognised qualification and improve their information and communication technology (ICT) skill set.
Qualification Objectives:
The aim of these nationally recognised IT user qualifications is to:
- improve learners' knowledge and understanding of IT
- develop skills to work effectively and efficiently using IT
- provide proof of IT competence
- allow progression to employment, promotion, further or higher education.
Who is the training for?
- Individuals who want to improve their IT skills to an advance level, gain an accredited qualification and aspire to continue into higher education.
- High school students who want to further improve their chances of securing placement in top universities to continue their higher education as the credits gained from the ICDL accredited qualifications can be transferred toward their degrees.
- Organisations who want to improve their productivity using IT by ensuring their staff are certified and IT Competent.
BCS Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for these qualifications. It is expected that an initial assessment has taken place for fully funded learner with the Approved Centre to ensure that the learner is capable of reaching the required standards.
Book your course now - (What is included in the course)
When you book your BCS accredited course with us, you will be provided with the resources you will need, which includes;
- BCS Registration Form
- BCS Learner Agreement
- Obtaining or creating your unique learner number (ULN) on the UK Learner Records Service (UKLRS) portal to register and record your achievements.
- BCS registration for you to obtain your BCS identification number from the awarding body
- Provide a learner with all the Course Learning Materials to complete the units and gain certification
- We provide all our learners with BCS approved learning materials only for all our accredited qualifications
- Setting-Up your E-Learning (cloud-based platform) BCS learning account
- Technical assistance and support for any platform issues
- Provide a learner with his/her progress report
- 1 diagnostic test for each unit - to check your knowledge and skills before the live test
- 1st live test for each unit is included in the course fee for the mandatory units only but excludes BCS invigilator's fee or any other subsequent resits for the live tests/exams
- The Flexi/Single unit course includes all the above but excludes live test and/or the BCS invigilator's fees
- Award or Diploma.
Technical assistance and support via email or scheduled phone call or video conferencing.
We recommend that you commit 1 to 2 hours per day studying for your course.
Invigilated Live Test
A learner needs to book his/her invigilated live test, 3 to 5 working days in advance or 10 working days in advance if reasonable adjustments are required prior to taking the live test, we will then setup your live test and assign a BCS registered invigilator to invigilate the live test. We will provide you with your Live test booking form when you enrol on the course, together with other additional forms you will need.
*Working days - Monday to Friday - 9:00am to 6:00pm._
You will have 52 weeks to complete your course from your registration start date, we will remind you one month in advance by email of your completion end date, if you need any additional course extension to complete your course, you will need to make a request in writing or emailing us at the following email address, admin@customisedcurriculum.com or writing to us at Customised Curriculum Limited, 79 College Road, Harrow, HA1 1BD.
Price List - Additional Charges
Please bear in mind that each live test invigilated by a BCS registered invigilator or additional course extension (annual) or additional live test resit will incur additional fee(s), see price list below,
- Annual BCS Account Renewal (only 2 allowed) - 2nd and 3rd year: £30 each renewal
- Booking each live test (exam) - 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th live test: £50 per live test
- Booking each assessment test £60 pounds per assessment test
- BCS registered invigilator's fee - 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th live test: £50 each booking
- Ordering extra copy of a certificate - £30 each certificate
- Ordering a confirmation letter of achievement - £30 each letter.
Enrol now on the BCS, The Chartered Institute For IT Online Learning accredited course and study for the course at you own pace, you will be guided and supervised by a BCS registered, Facilitator, assistance and support will be provided primarily by emails with some telephone or video conferencing, we will discuss your availability and commitment with you prior to your enrolment.
We'll monitor your progress via a system report to identify if you are struggling with a particular module allowing us to provide additional advice, guidance and support.
Special education needs (SEN)
A learner needs to inform us of any special education needs or disabilities to ensure we can provide reasonable adjustments or special considerations where relevant so that there are no unnecessary barriers for the learner.
Assessment Test
Assessment test is the process of evaluating an individual's skills, knowledge, ability and experience through the use of tests or assessment tools to ensure that a student is enrolled on the right course or for an employer to evaluate a candidate for a particular job or role in the hiring process.
Benefits of using assessment tests or tools.
- Assist educators to make an informed decision when enrolling learners onto a course.
- Allow HR departments to assess their employee's current IT skill set and invest in training to improve productivity using IT.
- Enable employers to evaluate a candidate when hiring for a particular job role.
- Allows an individual to evaluate his/her current level of skills, knowledge, ability and experience of his/her IT skill set.
How are assessment tests conducted?
Manual Testing
Assessment tests are conducted manually on a computer, either face to face or using video conferencing platform, the test is based on knowledge and performance tasks. It takes 1 hour to complete the assessment test i.e. 45 minutes for the performance test and 15 minutes for the knowledge test and the pass mark are 75% for knowledge test and 75% for the performance test. You will need to score 75% in each test for both tests to pass the assessment test. The assessment test will be sent to be marked by a BCS registered marker and it takes between 3 to 5 working days (excluding Saturday and Sunday) to receive your results.
Automated Testing
All assessment tests are conducted online (automated testing) with instant results.
For assessment test fee, see price list above.
BCS Registration Requirements
We advise you to read and understand the 'BCS Registration Requirements' before you book your course. The mandatory information required to register for BCS accredited qualifications can be found in the Curriculum Tab above.
If you have any further questions, give us a call on +44 208 907 5522 or use our contact form.
ICDL Flexi Qualifications Level 3
- Word Processing (Advance Certificate)
- Spreadsheet (Advance Certificate)
- PowerPoint (Advance Certificate )
- Database (Advance Certificate)
- Improving Productivity using IT (Advance Certificate)
See further information on all ITQ qualifications specification guide Click here
For further information on the BCS The Chartered Institute For IT Click here
BCS Registration Requirements;
As stated in BCS learning-hub-operational-requirements,
Copyright © BCS 2021
BCS IT User Operational Requirements Manual V3.4 -September 2021
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14.2 Registrations
A Learner must be registered for the qualification they wish to take before any assessment can commence. At first registration with BCS a Learner will be given a BCS identification number, which is a unique number for all BCS qualifications a Learner takes. A Learner can be registered for multiple BCS qualifications, using the same BCS identification number.
14.2.1 What information is needed to register Learners?
Before a Learner is registered, Centre staff must ensure:
- The Learner is registered before the date of their first live test or assessment
- The Learner's identification document(s) is checked and recorded, see section 14.2.2 Learner identification
- The Learner's official name as shown on their identification is used to register them
- The centre address details are used if registering a learner under the age of 18.
The following information is requested when registering Learners:
- ULN (Unique Learner Number from Learner Record Service UK)
- *Learner Title
- *Learner First Name
- *Learner Surname
- *Date of Birth
- *Gender
- *House Number or Name (Address)
- *Postcode
- *Contact Details
- *Ethnicity
*Indicates mandatory fields.
14.2.2 Learner identification
All Learners, except school children, known staff or residents of HMP, must provide identification prior to registration for any BCS qualification. Learners are required to provide either one item from List 1, or two items from List 2.
Identification seen for each Learner must be recorded on the central recording system, as this information is required for compliance and audit purposes.
List 1: One item required
- Valid Passport
- Valid biometric identity card
- Valid full driving licence with photograph or,
List 2: Two current items required
- Standard acknowledgement letter (held by people seeking asylum)
- Rent book or tenancy agreement
- Bank card: credit, charge, cheque guarantee, debit (in date)
- Bank or building society book
- Cheque book
- Letter showing home address
- Benefit Statement for example Universal Credit, Jobseeker Allowance, Disability Living Allowance or Employment Support Allowance
- Benefit letter or agreement
- Services identity card
- Utility bill
- Original birth certificate
- Marriage certificate
- Travel pass with photograph
- Any other form of identification
We will not be able to enrol you on any BCS accredited qualifications if you are unable to provide the item(s) requested from List 1 or List 2.
Once you have met the BCS registration requirements, you can book you course from the Overview Tab above. We will send you a BCS Registration Form, by email which you will need to complete and send it back to us with your identification document(s) requested in List 1 or List 2, we will then process your enrolment immediately and you can start learning.
Please return your completed form and document(s) requested for your BCS registration to administration at admin@customisedcurriculum.com.
If you have any further questions, give us a call on +44 208 907 5522 or use our contact form.
Additional Information
ICDL is the International Certification of Digital Literacy and is a practical test in use of computers in education and/or workplace.
The European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) is a Europe-wide qualification in basic computer skills. If you have passed ECDL or ICDL, employers know you have the skills to carry out the main tasks on a computer. The ICDL is the first qualification in personal computing skills to be recognised nationally, internationally, and throughout the European Union. And it looks great on your CV.
In the UK, the ECDL is most commonly taken by adults who are in work, or trying to return to work, but some schools and colleges also enrol students for it. BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT has confirmed that it is suitable for students of any age.
ECDL or ICDL is a Level 1, 2, and 3 qualification(s) and is accredited by OFQUAL. This means that it is equivalent to a GCSE or A' Level in terms of UCAS points (i.e. for university applications). It satisfies the government's Key Skills requirement for IT.
Students are not considered to have 'graduated' from secondary education until they have Key Skills Level 2 in IT, English, and Maths.
If you do not have these Key Skills, then sixth form colleges may insist you take qualifications in them before allowing you to enter other courses.
If you have any further questions, give us a call on +44 208 907 5522 or use our contact form.
Course Delivery Location: UK and International
- Online Learning
If you have any further questions, give us a call on +44 208 907 5522 or use our contact form.
