Word and PowerPoint Level 1 Award
This course builds the digital skills needed for a successful career
What the course is about
This course will give you the Gateway Level 1 Award in Progression.
This will be achieved by doing two digital modules.
The module Word Processing Software will enable you to:
1 Be able to edit, format and arrange information in word processed documents for specific purposes
2 Be able to modify style and layout to enhance document presentation.
3 Be able to proof and print documents.
The module Presentation Software will enable you to:
1 Be able to create a presentation for different purposes and audiences.
2 Be able to layout, edit and format presentations.
Pre-course information session or interview
This is a a Level 1 course.
Therefore learners will either need to have completed one of our feeder courses like ICT for Beginners B or Digital Functional Skills Entry 3 or courses in Word 365 OR demonstrate that they are ready by taking our BKSB assessment of digital skills.
Assessment of progress, tests, exams
This course is assessed via a portfolio of evidence and results in the achievement of the Gateway Level 1 Award in Progression.
Who the course is for / Previous experience, knowledge or qualifications
This course would be ideal for:
- Anyone who wants to work in an office/education/training/sales environment or who does work in these occupations and wants to improve their skills
- Householders who want to build their IT skills
Digital skills are an advantage in just about every job role and this course is great way to build your skills and get a certificate to show to employers.
Materials and costs
It would be good if participants had a home computer to practice on outside of sessions.
Next Step
This course is ideal preparation for our Gateway Level 2 Digital and IT Skills Award.
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Additional information
English, maths and computing skills: all of our courses support the development of relevant English, maths and computing skills.
Refunds: please see details of our cancellation policy in our Terms and Conditions on our website www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/terms-and-conditions or in our brochure.
Attendance: before enrolling you should ensure that you can attend all classes offered as far as possible.
Places on courses: many of our courses are in high demand. If you have been offered a place but no longer require it, please advise us immediately as you may be preventing another learner from taking the place. Where learners do not attend the first session, without having given prior notice, Skills & Learning reserve the right to offer the place on the course to another learner; you will not be eligible for a refund it it is outside of the terms outlined in our cancellation policy.
Fully funded learners: if you have been offered a fully funded place on a course and no longer require it, you must advise us before the course starts so that your place can be offered to someone else. We reserve the right to withdraw future offers of fully funded places if you regularly do not start or complete funded courses.
Home study: you will be required to do significant study at home between sessions to assist with your learning and progress.
Qualification Levels: there is further information about qualification levels on our website.
Proof of identity: please bring photographic ID and your National Insurance number with you to your first session. You will also need to provide it for any external examinations you take.
Off-site activities: with some courses, there may be the opportunity for off-site enrichment activities at additional cost, for example: gallery, museum or exhibition visits. Where this is an integral part of the course, your tutor will discuss the arrangements with you during your induction.
Parking at centres: parking at centres may be limited; please be prepared to use on street parking or pay and display car parks. For information regarding each centre, please visit the venue section of our website www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/.
Refreshments: tea/coffee or vending machine(s) are available at some venues. Further information can be found in the venue section of our website www.skillsandlearningace.com/our-centres/.
Unspent Criminal Convictions we require learners to disclose any unspent criminal convictions. Please refer to www.skillsandlearningace.com/policies/disclosure-of-unspent-convictions.
If you have any accessibility or disability issues that we need to accommodate or if you think you may need any other support to complete your chosen course, please contact: 01202 123444 or e-mail enquiries@salbcp.com. All enquiries are treated in confidence.
Course Details
Fees and concessions
The total charge for this course is £141. Concessions FREE.
You could study this course for free if any of the following apply:
- You receive Job Seekers Allowance (including National Insurance credits only), Employment and Support Allowance
- You receive Universal Credit or other state benefits not included previously and your take home pay (disregarding Universal Credit and other benefits) is less than £892 a month (if you are a sole adult in your benefit claims) or £1,437 a month (if you have a joint benefit claim with your partner).
- You are not in receipt of benefits, are unemployed, want to be employed and the course is directly relevant to your employment prospects.
- If your income is below £25,000 p.a (gross including benefits)
If you’re not eligible, you can pay via an Instalment Plan or by paying the full course fee upfront.
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