The ICDL is recognised as an international standard for end-user computing skills and is endorsed by a number of universities, colleges and schools in S A. To obtain the ICDL, a student must pass seven modules. It certifies that the holder has the knowledge and skill needed to use the most common applications practically and productively.

CECS is registered with the ICDL Foundation (registration number 60703) since 2004.

What is an ICDL?

Who recognises ICDL?

Global standard

Prerequisite

You must be confident with the keyboard and mouse.

Modules

The ICDL course consists of the following seven modules:

• Module 1: Basic Concepts of IT
• Module 2: File Management (MS Windows)
• Module 3: Word-processing (MS Word)
• Module 4: Spreadsheet (MS Excel)
• Module 5: Databases (MS Access)
• Module 6: Presentation (MS PowerPoint)
• Module 7: Communication and Information

The detailed ICDL syllabus 4 is available here (198KB, 30 pages). The above modules covers both Beginners and Intermediate levels.

The ICDL has also been mapped to ISETT Seta Unit Standards and SAQA qualification 49077 (National Certificate: Information Technology: End User Computing). Find the mapping document here.

Course Dates

Saturdays
The course duration is 10 Saturdays from 8:30 - 14:30 on the following dates:-

The course fee is R 2 500.00 (vat inc) and includes the following:

• The complete ICDL syllabus
• A detailed step-by-step manual
• A Skills Log Book valued at R350.00
• Sample exams for all seven modules
• Access to our computers and the Internet on Fridays at no extra cost (conditions apply)
• Setting up of a personalised e-mail address

The course fee excludes the examination fee of R140.00 per module. You can also choose to write four modules to receive the ICDLStart Certificate.

A comparison with commercial ICT training companies reveals that the ICDL course will set you back at least R4000.00.

ICDL Benefits

• Raises the level of IT knowledge and competency of all computer users
• Improve productivity at work
• Reduces IT support cost
• Enable employers to invest more efficiently in IT
• Improve individual's job prospects and job mobility

ICDL Exam Dates?

ICDL exams are open to the public, and the next exam dates are the 30 Jul * 27 Aug * 01 Oct * 29 Oct * 26 Nov 2010. The exam time is generally 9:00 - 12:00, and a person can sit for up to 7 exams.

The exams are conducted in Windows 2000/Linux and Office 2003/2007/OpenOffice