Training Providers / Ipswich ITEC Services Ltd

A1 Assessor Award

This qualification is intended for those who want to assess NVQ candidates against national standards using a range of methods. The course will be tutor lead with group workshops to cover the learning principles. Each assessor-candidate will need to work with two NVQ candidates within their specialism who they will assess under the supervision of a qualified assessor. The 'assessor-candidate' will be carrying out the following tasks: Developing plans for assessing competence with NVQ candidates Judging evidence against NVQ criteria to make assessment decisions. Providing feedback and support to NVQ candidates on assessment decisions. Contributing to the internal quality assurance process. Candidates plan a programme of development and assessment with their assessor and compile an e-portfolio of evidence to prove that they are competent and knowledgeable in their work role. The induction for this course can be held individually or in a group, at ITeC. Thereafter the candidate works at an agreed pace submitting evidence to the e-portfolio and usually attends 4 x half day group workshops or agrees one to one support from the tutor/assessor.

Create Manage and Integrate Files (IT2)

The aim of the course is to develop a learner's ability in working text documents, spreadsheets and databases, creating and styling complex documents and combining data from different sources, including graphics.

Databases

The course aims to enable a learner to design and build a simple database, to use 'query' and 'sort' tools, run reports and print out data.

Databases - Intermediate

The aim of the course is to develop a learner's skills in entering, manipulating and formatting data.

Graph & Charts - Intermediate

The aim of the course is to enable a learner to present data using graphs and charts. To set parameters, format and print while controlling source data.

Introducing Computers

The course aims to enable a learner to undertake the basic operation of a computer.

iTQ (NVQ in the use of IT in the workplace)

Within the course there are specific tasks to be recorded, ususally in text and uploaded to the e-portfolio which will be explained at induction Feedback from these tasks will be given by the assessor, who will help candidates to develop ideas and knowledge. The assessor will make pre-planned visits to the workplace to observe tasks being carried out and to plan work. The assessor will encourage the learner, helping them to identify the best ways to evidence their competence.There are no exams in this course and completion takes place when all tasks have been undertaken and units of the award fully evidenced to the satisfaction of the Assessor and internal and awarding body quality control.

Mailmerge - Intermediate

Course aiming to enable a learner to create, maintain and print datafiles and standard documents and to be able to print selected merged documents using merge facilities, all in a workbased environment.

Management NVQ L3

This course programme requires candidates to relate the tools and techniques in the course directly to their job role. Candidates will quickly begin to develop the depth of awareness of management styles and strategies. Through discussions with our experienced management tutor they will explore how these styles can be applied and used in the workplace to the benefit of the company. Initially, to gain maximum benefit for the course content, our tutor/assessor will assist the candidate to identify the units that relate most to the candidate's current job role. Our tutor/assessor will supplement the online learning courses with discussion and mentoring to develop management skills which are evidenced by observation, discussion and testimonies.Much of the course content can be achieved by developing the IT skills required for the job role. Candidates who have already achieved IT qualifications may be able to use these to demonstrate competence for units of the NVQ award.Whilst most of this course is distance learning, we may from time to time invite candidates to a group workshop either face to face or online.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) - Access

The aim of the course is to provide in-depth coverage of MS Access and prepare a learner for the MOS test.