  Information Technology Qualification (ITQ)
The brand new ITQ replaces the traditional IT NVQ and has been carefully designed to meet the needs of both the candidate and their employer.
Unlike the traditional NVQ, no prior knowledge is needed as evidence is gathered both in the workplace and whilst on courses delivered by Wrexham ITeC.
The ITQ is suitable for anyone working in an office environment, including people working in IT/IS Departments.
At Level 2
The level 2 ITQ gives you a good all round knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite. This is facilitated via the ECDL qualification. A small amount of portfolio building is required in addition to this, in order to prove you can apply some of these skills as part of your job. This qualification proves to your employer that you are familiar with a variety of Microsoft Office packages.
At Level 3
The level 3 ITQ gives you an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Word, Access and Excel. This is facilitated via the BCS Level 3 Diploma in IT. A small amount of portfolio building is required in addition to this to demonstrate your ability to use additional IT skills as part of your job. These range from creating presentations to the installation of upgrades to hardware. Your ITQ assessor would help you choose the most appropriate units.
The ITQ is different to traditional NVQ’s as it combines learning with existing occupational competence. It’s a chance to gain both vocational and academic qualifications at the same time.
The relevant courses are offered on either a one-day a month basis or a two-day a month basis and courses last between one and two years. This time will obviously be dramatically reduced if the learner already holds the ECDL version 4 or BCS Diploma in IT qualifications.
| Duration: |
Framework takes between 14 and 24 months to complete. This is based on either 2 days a month day release or 1 day a month respectively. This will be to suit you and your employer |
| Framework: |
ITQ Level 2/3 in Information Technology
Key skills:
- Application of number 2
- Communication 2
- Information Technology 2
- Working with others 2
- Improving own learning 2
Workbook - Level 2 only
ECDL - Level 2 only
Diploma in IT (BCS Technical Certificate) - Level 3 only |
| The NVQs work on a point system: |
Level 2 = 100 points
Level 3 = 180 points |
| Level 2 |
- ECDL syllabus 4
- ITQ mandatory Unit (Make selective use of IT)
- Workbook (if only completing Level 2)
= 100 points |
| Level 3 |
- BCS Technical Certificate - 100 points
- Mandatory Unit (Make Selective use of IT - 35 points
- The remaining 45 points are achieved through a wide range of optional units. Your Assessor will help you identify these. |
| What commitment is required: |
- Induction day at Wrexham ITeC
- Time to attend ITeC Workshops/training once a month
- Assessor to visit the Learner in the workplace – at least once a month for between 1 - 2 hours during which time the Learner will need to be released from work duties. (All visits by Assessor and days in ITeC will be on agreed pre-arranged dates).
The progress and success of the Learner will be enhanced by the support given by the Employer as well as the Assessor and Wrexham ITeC. |
| Cost: |
No direct cost to Employer or Employee. |
| How is it delivered: |
In the workplace and attending courses at ITeC |
| Benefits: |
On completion Learner gains -
- NVQ - ITQ Certificate
- ECDL - Level 2
- BCS Technical Certificate (Diploma in IT ) - Level 3
- Key Skills Certificates
- High Street Vouchers on completion - subject to eligibility and current terms and conditions
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If you would like to learn more about the courses then please contact us on 01978 367100, Fax 01978 367111, e-mail: wrexhamitec@wrexham.gov.uk |
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