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Diploma in IT Skills

Overview

Special Notice: From 2007

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The Cambridge International Diploma in IT Skills has been withdrawn. After 31 December 2006, entries from new centres will not be accepted for the Diploma in IT Skills. After 31 December 2007, entries from new candidates will not be accepted for the Diploma in IT Skills. Candidates must complete all modules by 31 December 2008.

Scheme of Assessment

Based on Microsoft Office software, these Diplomas assess a range of the most important IT skills required at work or at home and are available at Foundation and Standard Levels. A fast, efficient way to gain accredited IT skills, modules are based on 10 to 12 hours teaching time, depending on candidate experience, and result in an immediate improvement in the ability to use some of the world's best known office software packages.

Diplomas in IT Skills are ideal for all types of candidate, including those returning to the workplace after a career break, enabling them to catch up on the latest developments in office technology. The Diploma courses can also be used for non-accredited diagnostic testing, for recruitment, assessment or career development purposes.

Assessment

Assessments are computer-based and available on-demand throughout the year to provide a high-quality and flexible assessment service for individuals and for Centres.

Feedback and results information is instant.

Modules
Using the Computer and Managing Files
Word Processing
Spreadsheets
Databases
Electronic Communication
Presentations

Two types of certification options are available to CIE centres:

Standard Service - Candidates are awarded one final certificate on completion of five application modules. The list price applies to this service.

Premier Service - As an alternative, centres may choose to award candidates a certificate on completion of each application module. A small supplement per candidate, per module will be added to the list price.

Please note: Centres wishing to offer IT Skills as a new qualification are advised to contact CIE.