The Pearson BTEC level 3 national extended certificate in information technology is intended as an applied general qualification covering 360 guided learning hours, and is equivalent in size to 1 a level. It is designed for students interested in an introduction to the study of creating it systems to manage and share information, alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, but not necessarily in it. The course provides pupils with a foothold in the real IT world. Pupils are required to demonstrate a range of skills including independent learning, research and analysis skills. They will develop their use of software by using advanced tools on programs and experience a range of software from Microsoft to the Adobe suite. Independence is a key skill which they will develop to pursue a career in IT. Units include: • Fundamentals of IT • Database development • Website Development • Social Media
Pupils must have completed an ICT qualification at Level 2 which is equivalent to a Merit or Distinction and grade 4 English GCSE.
4 units of work (2 Exam units and 2 Centre-assessed units).
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Wolverhampton |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Ecclestone Road, Wolverhampton, WV11 2QE |
The Pearson BTEC level 3 national extended certificate in information technology is intended as an applied general qualification covering 360 guided learning hours, and is equivalent in size to 1 a level. It is designed for students interested in an introduction to the study of creating it systems to manage and share information, alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, but not necessarily in it. The course provides pupils with a foothold in the real IT world. Pupils are required to demonstrate a range of skills including independent learning, research and analysis skills. They will develop their use of software by using advanced tools on programs and experience a range of software from Microsoft to the Adobe suite. Independence is a key skill which they will develop to pursue a career in IT. Units include: • Fundamentals of IT • Database development • Website Development • Social Media
Pupils must have completed an ICT qualification at Level 2 which is equivalent to a Merit or Distinction and grade 4 English GCSE.
4 units of work (2 Exam units and 2 Centre-assessed units).