Overview
The Essential Digital Skills Qualification (EDSQ) has been designed to meet the content, conditions and requirements set out by the Department for Education (DfE) and Ofqual (in line with the Digital Skills Framework).
During your studying, you will develop skills for both work and everyday life to help you develop your digital literacy.
The course will provide you with skills such as: using an operating system, installing/removing applications, carrying out web searches, open/read/save files and keeping your details safe online.
Unit content for both Entry Level 3 and Level 1 is:
- Using Devices and Handling
- Creating and Editing
- Communicating
- Transacting
- Being Safe and Responsible
By the end of the course, you will have a better understanding of using technology at home and the workplace.
Assessment Methods
The assessments are on-demand exam based to check understanding of the course content. These are marked based and require supervision.
Progression Options
Progression option from EDSQ Entry Level 3 will be to EDSQ Level 1.
Essential Digital Skills Qualification (EDSQ)
Entry requirements for the qualification will be based on an initial
assessment which will identify which level to start.
50 Hours