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Certificate in Information and Creative Technologies – Level 2

This qualification equips you with a broad knowledge of IT subjects and appropriate vocational skills. You will study how IT is used to communicate within businesses, the career opportunities available in the IT industry, how businesses use spreadsheets and databases, and how to present information effectively.

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Course Summary

Subject Area: IT, Digital Skills and Computer Science
School Leaver - Vocational/Technical
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Full Time or Part Time: FT
Level: 2
Number Of Years: 1
Interview Required?: Y
Joseph Wright Centre

Apply now at: https://www.derby-college.ac.uk/course/certificate-in-information-and-creative-technologies-level-2
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Course Information for Students

This qualification enables you to gain a broad knowledge of IT subjects, to explore the opportunities offered in the IT sector, and to acquire appropriate vocational skills.  You will study how IT is used to communicate within businesses, the career opportunities available in the IT industry, how businesses use spreadsheets and databases, and how to present information effectively.

You will also develop your skills in maths and English, which will support your main programme of study, help your future progression and enhance your life skills.

You need one GCSE at grade D/3 or above, to include English or Maths. You will be expected to re-sit GCSE Maths and/or English if you achieved a grade D/3 and Level 1 Literacy and Numeracy.

You are required to complete units from the list below:

  • The online world
  • Technology systems
  • A digital portfolio
  • Creating digital graphics
  • Mobile apps development
  • Spreadsheet development
  • Database development
  • Software development
  • Website development
  • Installing and maintaining computer hardware
  • Installing and maintaining computer software
  • Multimedia products development

You will also take Functional Maths and English and/or GCSE.

This course will be delivered on-site.

You should provide a USB memory stick.

The BTEC involves a combination of coursework and exams – with assessment methods including presentations, posters, observations and various research projects.

Your Functional Skills Maths and English qualification is assessed by a portfolio and online assessment and/or GCSE exams.

You can progress to the Diploma programme or commence employment at a junior level.  Progressing to an apprenticeship is also an option.  If choosing to study further with Derby College Group, you will continue to develop your skills in maths and English.

For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk

Course Information for Employers

If you are an employer and would like to know more about the apprenticeships and professional training we deliver or how you can get involved in co-creating and co-delivering the curriculum, please contact us via email on businessenquiries@derby-college.ac.uk, call us on 01332 387 421 or visit our employer pages here.

Career Information



This course could lead to one of these careers...

Information Technology Professionals

£39914

Information Technology Professionals

Human Resource Managers and Directors

£42148

Human Resource Managers and Directors

IT Operations Technicians

£27034

IT Operations Technicians

IT User Support Technicians

£29336

IT User Support Technicians

IT Business Analysts, Architects and Systems Designers

£38412

IT Business Analysts, Architects and Systems Designers

Cyber Security Professionals

£43329

Cyber Security Professionals

IT Quality and Testing Professionals

£37529

IT Quality and Testing Professionals

More Careers Information at: https://www.derby-college.ac.uk/career-pathways
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Course Information Last Updated On: February 26, 2024 4:12 pm