Get IT competent with a Pitman Training ECDL Studies Diploma

All employers in today’s business world require their staff to be competent users of IT and to be able to produce a range of work to meet the requirements of their organisation. Learning and using these essential skills will ensure you are ready for all the challenges a career in today’s business world will bring.

Starting off with the right skills will ensure you have a broad knowledge and the technical ability to be successful in a wide range of challenging positions within any organisation. Being successful at this level will enable you to achieve further accreditations at a higher level and further enhance your career progression.

Studying for this diploma is easy with Pitman Training. Our tried and trusted methods are the best available. You will work at your own pace in our comfortable premises, helped by experienced tutors as required. You choose your own hours and keep the reference materials when the course is over. On completion, you will receive a Pitman Training Diploma that is recognised nationally and internationally by employers.

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Core Subjects

Module 1 - Basic Concepts of Information Technology (IT) 

Module 2 - Using the Computer and Managing Files

Module 3 - Word Processing

Module 4 – Spreadsheets

Module 5 – Database

Module 6 – Presentations

Module 7 - Information and Communication

Additional Recommended Study

Computer Keyboard Skills

Learn how to touch type accurately, using the correct keyboard technique. This may help to reduce the risk of RSI (repetitive strain injury).

Effective Business Communication

Learn how to communicate effectively in business by letter, email, telephone and presentation. This will cover correct use of grammar, punctuation, principles of letter writing and CV writing.

Guideline Learning Time

5 to 6 weeks full-time or up to 120 hours flexi study

(full-time is based on approx 20 hours a week)

Your Pitman Training Diploma will be issued upon successful completion of all seven core subjects. A maximum of one ‘course completed’ subjects is accepted. Students should fully discuss all terms and conditions of diploma study with a course advisor.