Qualification description

National Qualification

Course overview

This course is aimed at people who wish to gain the basic skills necessary for working in an office environment. It is an introductory level course and assumes little prior knowledge of Computing or Information Technology. Students may progress to HNC/D level. On completion, students are generally confident in the areas of Computer Applications and Office Skills.

Typical career

Junior/Legal Administrative/Secretarial Positions

Course entry qualifications

Standard Grade
Two Standard Grades/Int 2's preferred
Other
Personal interview. Mature students may be admitted without formal qualifications.

Start date

September

Duration

2 years part-time

Possible academic progress

HNC/HND Administration and Information Technology

Course content

• Information Technology for Administrators
• Word Processing
• Spreadsheet
• Database
• Presentation Skills
• Audio Typing
• Internet Safety
• Accounting
• Office Administration
• Reception Skills
• Skills for Employment
• Work Placement
• Law in Employment
• Core Skills
• Working with Others
• Communication Skills
• Numeracy

Contact

Reception. Tel: 0141 565 2500. Email: enquiries@gcns.ac.uk