Information and Creative Technology


Overview of the course

This course designed is for students who wish to discover different types of IT and computer technology from across different pathways.

It will appeal to students who wish to develop their ICT skills and it will provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills such as coding, technology systems and software development, that they need to prepare for employment in the IT industry.

The qualification includes two externally assessed units that will assist learners as they progress to either into higher levels of vocational learning. This is a practical, work related qualification. You learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations.

https://qualifications.pearson.com/content/dam/pdf/BTEC-Firsts/Information-and-Creative-Technology/2012/Specification-and-sample-assessments/9781446936573_BTECFIRST_L12_CEC_ICT_Iss3.pdf

Opportunities

Learners can progress onto other higher level qualifications in ICT or secure employment in a range of business and ICT organisations.

Potential Career Opportunities. Computer Operator, Trainee IT Support Technician, End User Support Technician, IT Apprenticeship.

https://careerswales.gov.wales/job-information/articles/computinginformation-and-communication-technology

Key info

Most courses are two years long unless otherwise stated.

  QiW Code: C00/0486/4

  Language: En

  Qualification: Pearson BTEC Level 1/Level 2 First Certificate

All courses are accurate at the time of upload. Courses can only run if there are sufficient numbers.

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