Qualification details

EDEXCEL Level 2 Certificate in Digital Applications for IT Users

Qualification summary

Edexcel qualifications in Digital Applications for IT Users aim to:
• promote the use of digital applications for achieving a goal, rather than just for their own sake
• create confident users of digital applications, able to apply their skills purposefully and effectively
• enhance students’ creativity and communication skills
• develop students’ project management skills
• encourage students to reflect critically on their own and others’ use of digital applications.

Qualification details

100/5326/8
2
OG - Other General Qualification
Accreditation start date:
01/09/2005
Operational start date in centres:
Accreditation end date:
31/12/2012
Certification end date:
31/12/2014
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English
This qualification supports progression into further education, training or employment. Appropriate further education for those achieving a Level 2 qualification includes a Advanced Level Diploma in IT or Creative Media, GCEs and BTEC National Awards, Certificates and Diplomas. Appropriate training includes an Advanced Apprenticeship.
Computer Operator
Database Administrator
Internet/Web Professional
Multimedia Designer
  • 06 Information and Communication Technology
    • 06.2  ICT for Users
180
Pass/Merit/Distinction
Portfolio of Evidence
All assessment is portfolio based. Assignments are set by Edexcel. Students work is internally marked and externally moderated by Edexcel.
Candidates must complete either D101 or D201 from Group A plus one unit from Group B. At least one of the two units making up the Certificate must be at Level 2.
  • A  -  Mandatory
  • B  -  Optional