Course | The College Merthyr

About the Course

Merthyr
01 August 2026
PLA
Part Time

Course Outline

This is a beginner-level qualification designed to help learners develop essential digital skills for everyday tasks and workplace productivity. It’s ideal for those with little or no prior IT experience

Entry Requirements

None

What will I learn?

IT user Fundamentals. Covers basic computer concepts, file management, and working with desktop environments

Using email and the internet

IT Security for users

Word processing & Spreadsheets

Course Assessment

Online performance-based and knowledge tests

Career Progression

It support Assistant, Administrative Assistant, Receptionist With IT Responsibilities, Customer Service Representative (with digital tools)

Duration

01 August 2026 - 31 July 2027

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