Computer Appreciation (Introduction)

Course summary

This a brand new qualification to Bethany School that offers a Computing/IT qualification at Level 3. It aims to develop core knowledge, skills and understanding of the IT industry. The qualification looks at equipping pupils for the 21st century workplace by offering four pathways: - IT Infrastructure Technician - Emerging Digital Technology Practitioner - Application Developer - Data Analyst The qualification is equivalent to a full A Level and is mapped against the new UCAS tariff. All pathways have a minimum of 40% externally examined units. Each cohort must pick two optional units from a suite of twenty units. Having worked with employers on the design of the qualification, supported by the inclusion of contextualised transferable skills, means that employers and higher education providers will be confident that pupils have the knowledge and skills for successful career progression.