02 Mar 2021
Key Facts
Qualification purpose
Prepare for further learning or training and/or develop knowledge and/or skills in a subject area
Qualification Grading Type
Pass
Assessment Methods
Why choose Gateway Qualifications for this qualification?
Gateway Qualifications offers a range of innovative, flexible and dynamic vocational qualifications that are valued and meaningful and which will develop the skills necessary to gain employment or to progress through further study.
Rules of Combination
Learners must complete 6 credits from Group M (Digital and IT Skills Units)
Units
Learners must complete 6 credits from Group M (Digital and IT Skills Units)
Computer Programming
Computer-Aided Design
Computerised Accounting Software
Cybersecurity
Data Management and Analytics
Database Design and Development
Desktop Publishing Software
Digital Graphics
Digital Skills Career Progression
Digital Skills Project
Exploring New and Emerging Digital Technologies
Games Design and Development
Games Engines
IT Technical Support
Interactive Media
Mobile App Development
Network Management
Networking
Photo Editing Software
Presentation Software
Project Management Software
Social Media Marketing
Spreadsheet Software
Using Digital Technologies
Website Design and Development
Word Processing Software
What is the purpose of this qualification?
This qualification is for learners who want to develop and extend their digital skills to prepare for employment for different roles in the digital and creative industries, such as software and programming, network support and digital design. The qualification is also designed for job roles in other industries where specific digital skills are required, such as finance, marketing and machining and manufacturing. The qualification includes a mandatory unit along with optional units that relate directly to the skills, knowledge and behaviours expected by employers and covers a wide range and use of different digital technologies, systems and software.
What skills, knowledge, or understanding does this qualification develop?
Learners will develop knowledge and understanding of the core areas of Digital and an introduction to the skills required in the Digital sector
Progression & entry requirements
There is no requirement for learners to have achieved prior qualifications or units prior to undertaking this/these qualifications. Learners can progress in a number of ways: • broadening the range of skills they develop by increasing the size of their qualification (Award → Certificate → Diploma) • developing skills at a higher level by moving up the level of qualification from Level 1 to Level 2 and then to Level 3 • progressing to employment where they can apply their digital and IT knowledge and skills.Funding information
Learning Aims Search
The Hub provides a Learning Aims Search which you can use to check the funding status of any qualification or unit.
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From 1st July 2021, the Hub will be replaced by a new Find a learning aim (FALA) service. This service is currently in BETA so if you experience any issues with finding funding details, please double check on the Hub above, or contact your account manager.
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How to find a learning aim
If you’re not sure how to use the new find a learning aim website, we’ve created a handy walkthrough to help you:
How to Use: Find a learning Aim
We have done our best to collate and summarise the key information, and wherever possible we alert our providers to changes in funding policy.
This funding information is provided in good faith and it is always advisable to check directly with the funding agencies before committing to delivery.
Related Qualifications
- Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Award in Digital and IT Skills
- Gateway Qualifications Level 1 Certificate in Digital and IT Skills
- Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Certificate in Digital and IT Skills
- Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Diploma in Digital and IT Skills
- Gateway Qualifications Level 2 Extended Certificate in Digital and IT Skills