IT Skills for Work
Want to improve your IT skills to get back into work or gain a promotion?
Computer skills are now essential in a wide range of industries, making sure that you are up-to-date and have a wide range of IT skills that will make you a valuable asset to any employer. Our IT courses will make sure you are up-to-speed with the latest software.
Word processing. An ability to use word processing software (e.g. Microsoft Word) efficiently is valuable across a wide range of sectors. This includes skills in data entry, layout and formatting, editing tools, and more.
Spreadsheets. With software packages like Excel used daily in a number of different roles (in sectors from marketing and sales to HR and finance), your ability to create, manage, and analyse spreadsheets (along with charts and graphs) is vital.
Presentation software. It’s also useful to be competent in this software as it will allow you to put together informative and engaging presentations. From slide editing and formatting, to animation and preparation, excellent PowerPoint techniques could drastically improve your employability.
It’s not just hard skills that employers are looking for when it comes to IT competency. From problem solving and analytical abilities, to communication skills and attention to detail, you will develop these skills that are needed to work in any job.
IT Skills for Employment - Level 1 qualification
To develop practical IT skills using industry standard software (Word, Excel) to develop the use of spreadsheets and other software to improve productivity at work. On successful completion of the course you will gain a nationally recognised IT qualification.
ICDL - Level 2 qualification
The ICDL Level 2 course will enable you to enhance your competence in using Word Processing software, Excel spreadsheet and PowerPoint Presentations. This course is packed with exercises, which will enable you to apply what you have learnt in the workplace and prepares you for the ICDL exam.
Before you start an IT qualification course, we carefully assess your skills to make sure you join a course at the right level for you.
Call 0161 253 5772 to book an assessment.
Digital Skills
It is estimated that one in five adults lack foundation skills in digital technology.
We all use digital skills every day for work and for leisure but sometimes it's not quite so easy to prove what you actually know. Our digital skills courses will teach you new skills and expand on your existing knowledge. Learn how to connect with friends and local communities, being safe online, shopping and handling information.