Courses Available For Kent

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	IT
	OCR USING ICT Ideal for the complete beginner or those who have had limited use of a computer. Start up and learn how to use a computer correctly, word processing, e-mail and Internet and charts and graphs.
	ABC WORD PROCESSING This recognised employer word processing qualification will encourage learners to produce accurate and effective business documents. Learn editing, loading text, changing text appearance, creating tables and saving and printing.
	OCR CLAIT PLUS Clait Plus is a natural progression from New Clait or ECDL covering areas in more depth. You must complete 1 mandatory + 3 modules for full certification. Course includes creating managing and integrating files, spreadsheets, databases, DTP, Presentation graphics, Web Page Creation, Electronic Communication and graphs and charts.
	CITY & GUILDS EQUALS LEVEL ONE With e-quals you will not only develop your expertise, you can gain a qualification, which is recognised by employers all over the world. These comprehensive, progressive awards cover everything from getting to grips with basic IT to gaining the latest professional skills ideal if you use IT as part of your job or in life in general. You can choose Using Your Computer, Spreadsheets, Database, Internet, E-mail, DTP, and Presentation Graphics.
	BCS E.C.D.L. VERSION 4 The record breaking ECDL is the fastest growing IT user qualification in over 125 countries. The syllabus is designed to cover the key concepts of computing, its practical applications and their use in the workplace and society. ECDL Part 1 consists of Basic concepts of IT, using a computer and managing files and information and communication. ECDL Part 2 consists of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation graphics and using IT.
	ESOL English for Speakers of Other Languages English language training for people from entry level to level 1
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LEARNDIRECT
	ICT ENTRY LEVEL If you have never used a computer or the internet before Switch On or Surf Direct can help get you started including a how to use the mouse tutorial, introduction to computers, the history of the internet, the world wide web, e-mail and finding information and exploring websites.
	ICT LEVEL 1 If you’d like to learn the basics of computers and software packages to help you at work or at home our IT1 course range gives you some great courses to choose from. These workbook courses show you how to use some of the basic functions of the Microsoft software packages – choose from word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentations and desktop publishing.
	ICT LEVEL 2 These courses are designed to help you to work towards the ECDL and CLAIT Plus. Building on your existing knowledge, these courses help you learn new functions and applications in Microsoft Windows which can lead to Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) and CLAIT Plus qualifications – The Complete Desktop Tutor, Web Publishing using MS FrontPage, Presentations using MS PowerPoint.
	ICT LEVEL 3 If you would like to extend your skills in the most complex areas of Microsoft 2000 and 2002 applications including Databases using MS Access and Electronic Communication using MS Outlook.
	SKILLS 4 LIFE Do you want to gain a Maths or English qualification improve your word and or number skills, help your children with their homework, feel more confident filling in forms and sorting out money and becoming more confident at work. We have a range of courses available; you’re sure to find one that suits you.
	BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT (SME) Looking to improve your business and management skills, but too busy to fit it in? Or are you an employer wanting value for money courses that your staff can complete in a flexible way? We have hundreds of courses designed to address the issues faced in business today for example Personal Development, Running/Growing a business, Customer Care, Change Management and Complying with the Law to name just a few.
JOBCENTRE PLUS
	TBG Learning works closely with local jobcentres across Kent to help New Deal clients improve their chances of finding permanent work. TBG helps New Deal Jobseekers get back in the job market. Our courses help them to gain the skills needed to look for the right job, apply for appropriate vacancies, gain some work experience and improve all round employability. The courses also help the jobseeker better understand the qualities attitudes and behaviours employers look for i.e. communication skills, timekeeping, team working and motivation. Courses last from 6 to 26 weeks and provide training and work placements in the following areas: Customer service Business Administration with IT Retail Construction Some delivery is undertaken by sub-contractors. If you are unemployed, speak to your Jobcentre Advisor now to find out if you are eligible or call TBG Learning on 01474 566 588 Employers As part of these courses with Jobcentre Plus, TBG Learning Kent are looking now for employers who need extra personnel to fill a wide range of work placements across Derbyshire. “Our clients will bring to your company another pair of hands and are appropriately trained, prepared and ready to make a contribution to your business at no extra cost. With regular visits from our Work Placement Mentors, trainees will receive continuing support to help you and the trainee get the most from their work experience” TBG Learning is currently working with a range of employers across Kent including ASDA, Debenhams, Iceland, Dunhelm Mill and Rank. If you are an employer who would like to access this free resource, call Rachel Cakebread on 01474 566 588 to discuss how TBG Learning can give you an extra pair of hands for your business and offer someone the chance to get back in the job market.

Courses Available For Kent

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