Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Information Technology

Course summary

This qualification is designed for learners who are 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. The objective of this qualification is to give learners the opportunity to develop their knowledge and skills in IT systems, systems management and social media in business. This will enable learners to progress to further study in the IT sector or other sectors. Learners will study three mandatory units: • Unit 1: Information Technology Systems (synoptic) • Unit 2: Creating Systems to Manage Information • Unit 3: Using Social Media in Business. This qualification includes a choice of optional units, including: • Unit 5: Data Modelling • Unit 6: Website Development. This will allow progression to a variety of degrees when combined with other suitable Level 3 qualifications.