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Flexi IT Courses
Tresham's Flexi IT centres are based at our Kettering, Corby and Wellinborough campuses where you can work towards a variety of IT and Computing courses. You can:
● Gain recognised qualifications and enhance your CV
● Learn at your own pace at times to suit you
● Choose from courses for complete beginners to advanced
● Work in a friendly and relaxed environment
● Benefit from help and advice from our professional trainers.
Computer Literacy and Information Technology - CLAIT
The CLAIT qualifications are highly regarded by employers and are available at Levels 1, 2 and 3. To gain the full qualification you will need to take 3 units including the core, or 5 for the Diplomas. Certificates are awarded for individual units.
European Computer Driving Licence - ECDL
The internationally recognised ECDL will look good on any CV. To gain the full ECDL qualification you will need to complete both parts. You will need basic computer skills to start Part 1 which includes the key tasks involved in using a computer at work.
Microsoft Office Specialist - MOS
The MOS programme is a new globally recognised qualification that demonstrates skills at using Microsoft Office desktop applications. Certification at Level 2 (Specialist) is available fro each of the Microsoft packages: Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. You will need to have New CLAIT, an equivalent qualification or relevant experience before enrolling. Expert Word and Excel at Level 3 with a combination of Level 2 units can lead to the Microsoft Office Master Certification.
ITQ: OCR Level 2 NVQ for IT Users
The ITQ is an innovative, module based qualification at level 2. It is the first of a new breed of NVQs designed in partnership with employees. Providing a flexible and modern approach to computer learning, it is easily adapted to individual needs. It is ideal for those who use IT skills in their day-to-day work and is also suitable for the unemployed to help improve job prospects. There are no formal entry requirements and other qualifications such as new CLAIT and ECDL can count towards the end qualification. Each unit has a UNIT Value and to achieve the full qualification, you will need to complete a minimum of 100 Unit Values, including the core unit and a combination of option units.
e-Type
This qualification will develop you touch typing skills to help increase your speed, accuracy and efficiency in using a keyboard.
Text Processing (Business Professional)
Ideal if you wish to pursue a career in an office environment. Also suitable if you already work in an office and want to update your computing skills or gain a qualification to demonstrate your ability.