Digital Literacy – Learning for Life (L2)
The aim of this programme is multi purpose. The knowledge, skill and competence acquired on this programme are relevant to personal development and participation in society, community and employment and provides a basis for further progression. The programme covers the acquirement of basic knowledge, skills and competencies in a narrow range of fields of learning including key outcomes in literacy and numeracy.
Target Award
QQI General Learning – P2GL0
Start Date: 27-08-2025 Hours/week: 03 Hrs 00 Mins Duration: 16 weeks
No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 1 when accessing a Level 2 programme.
Age Requirements
Please see course details for minimum age requirements.
Learning Aptitude
Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience
Applicants must be able to demonstrate an elementary range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course and be able to work under direction.
| Module | Award | Body |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Skills | Computer Skills (M2T11) | QQI |
1. Turn a personal computer on and off safely.
2. Use frequently-used keys appropriately, e.g. enter, space bar, upper and lower case, delete.
3. Use a software package, involving opening a package, entering and manipulating text/image/data, save to file, print and exit safely.
4. Identify common information/symbols.
5. Access websites on the internet.
6. Name some benefits of electronically stored information packages and the internet
This course will also include TTRS (Touch Type Read Spell)