End User Computing (NQF3)

ACCREDITED BY

mictseta

SAQA ID

61591

CREDITS

130

NQF LEVEL

3

DURATION

6 months

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    • Introduction to Computers

    • Concepts of ICT & the use of its

      Components

    • Microsoft Windows

    • Word Processing: Microsoft Word

    • Spreadsheets: Microsoft Excel

    • Database Creation: Microsoft Access

    • Presentations: Microsoft PowerPoint

    • Internet & Email: Microsoft Outlook and

      Internet Explorer

    • Basic Mathematical Literacy

    • Basic knowledge of HIV/AIDS in the

      workplace

    • Networking Fundamentals

End User computing is an essential skill in any business today and is required in order for businesses to meet local and global economic challenges and requirements of a digital world. The End User Computing NQF Level 3 qualification is foundational and generic, which allows for maximum mobility between qualifications. Apart from the workplace needs the qualification will address, it is also designed as an entry-level qualification into most further education and training fields

The MICT & Microsoft Solution

The Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT SETA) is a public entity established in terms of the Skills Development Act, 1998 (Act No. 97 of 1998). The MICT SETA plays a pivotal role in achieving South Africa’s skills development and economic growth within the sub-sectors it operates namely; Information Technology, Film and Electronic Media, Electronics, Advertising and Telecommunications.

A qualifying learner will be able to:

  • Competently apply the knowledge, techniques & skills of End User Computing applications in the workplace.

  • Understand the impact and use Information Communication & Technology (ICT) in an organization and society.

  • Improve Communication by combining communication skills with End User Computing skills.

  •  Improve the application of mathematical literacy in the workplace, by better utilizing applicable End User Computing Applications.

End User computing is an essential skill in any business today and is required in order for businesses to meet local and global economic challenges and requirements of a digital world. The End User Computing NQF Level 3 qualification is foundational and generic, which allows for maximum mobility between qualifications. Apart from the workplace needs the qualification will address, it is also designed as an entry-level qualification into most further education and training fields

The MICT & Microsoft Solution

The Media, Information and Communication Technologies Sector Education and Training Authority (MICT SETA) is a public entity established in terms of the Skills Development Act, 1998 (Act No. 97 of 1998). The MICT SETA plays a pivotal role in achieving South Africa’s skills development and economic growth within the sub-sectors it operates namely; Information Technology, Film and Electronic Media, Electronics, Advertising and Telecommunications.

A qualifying learner will be able to:

  • Competently apply the knowledge, techniques & skills of End User Computing applications in the workplace.

  • Understand the impact and use Information Communication & Technology (ICT) in an organization and society.

  • Improve Communication by combining communication skills with End User Computing skills.

  •  Improve the application of mathematical literacy in the workplace, by better utilizing applicable End User Computing Applications.

This certification provides a foundational qualification for people who are pursuing a career in the computer industry, or related fields – This course can be used as a bridging course to the FET Certificate in IT: Technical Support & Web Design (NQF 4) or IT System Support Engineer Course.

Includes all learning materials loaded on your Free Tablet

Minimum Requirements: Grade 10 (English & Math Literacy)

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Certified IT: End Users have a range of Career Opportunities available. We have listed some of the more widely available careers for certified end users below;

  • Data Capturer

  • Executive Assistant

  • Personal Assistant

    Students have the option of specialization through IT programs offered at Careers Business Institute. Enquire for the full range of IT courses to upgrade and/or specialize in.