Course Summary
Course Category: Employment / Lifelong Learning
The ICDL Workforce program is a comprehensive suite of modules designed to build a professional foundation in the digital tools essential for the modern workplace. You will develop practical mastery in core applications—including documents, spreadsheets, and presentations—while learning to leverage online collaboration tools for efficient teamwork.
ICDL-COE - Computer & Online Essentials
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
-
Use fundamental computer and online skills, including file management, internet navigation, and basic troubleshooting.
Create and edit professional documents using word processing tools, applying formatting, layouts, and collaborative features.
Develop and deliver effective presentations, incorporating text, images, animations, and transitions.
Work with spreadsheets to organise, calculate, and visualise data, including formulas and chart creation.
Collaborate effectively online, using cloud storage, shared calendars, video conferencing, and team platforms.
Apply cybersecurity best practices, recognising threats, securing data, and using strong passwords and protective tools.
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Further Research
Career Progression
On successful completion of this programme, applicants will be able to use a wide range of software applications on a personal computer and source employment in a range of clerical - administrative positions in both the IT and other sectors.