Overview
ECDL / ICDL programmes are for anyone who wishes to become fully competent in the use of a computer and common applications. Each ECDL / ICDL module provides a practical programme of up-to-date skills and knowledge areas which are validated by a test.
What are ECDL / ICDL Certification Programmes?
ECDL / ICDL certification programmes consist of modules which define the skills and competencies necessary to be a proficient user of a computer and common computer applications.
Each ECDL / ICDL module provides a practical programme of up-to-date skills and knowledge areas which are validated by a test. Currently, there are 13 ECDL / ICDL modules in total. Modules 8-13 are not available in all countries.
ECDL / ICDL* Certification: ECDL / ICDL is the international standard in end-user computer skills. Our collective experience in implementing certification programmes across education systems and government administrations has demonstrated that for a recommended level of ICT competence to be achieved which would enable effective employability, a certification of a minimum of seven ECDL / ICDL modules is appropriate
To receive the ECDL / ICDL certificate, modules 2,3, and 7 are compulsory modules plus any 4 additional modules. Currently, the majority of countries offer Modules 1-7. Modules 8-13 are not available in all countries.
* ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) is known as ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence) outside of Europe
Modules
- ECDL / ICDL Module 1 - Concepts of Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- ECDL / ICDL Module 2 - Using the Computer and Managing Files
- ECDL / ICDL Module 3 - Word Processing
- ECDL / ICDL Module 4 - Spreadsheets
- ECDL / ICDL Module 5 - Using Databases
- ECDL / ICDL Module 6 - Presentation
- ECDL / ICDL Module 7 - Web Browsing and Communication
- ECDL / ICDL Module 8 - 2D Computer-Aided DesignECDL / ICDL
- Module 9 - Image Editing
- ECDL / ICDL Module 10 - Web Editing
- ECDL / ICDL Module 11 - Health Information Systems Usage
- ECDL / ICDL Module 12 - IT Security
- ECDL / ICDL Module 13 - Project Planning
