Digital Applications SCQF Level 6

Summary

Level Of Study

SCQF Level 6

Award

Diploma in Digital Applications Support at SCQF Level 6

Apprenticeship Certificate

Awarded by SQA

Entry Requirements

No set requirements

English Language Requirements

None

Mode Of Study

Blended and work-based learning

Duration

10 - 12 months

Assessment Methods

Assessment methods may include a personal reflective statement, workplace observation, witness testimony or professional discussion

Start Date

Ongoing

Locations

Online and work-based

About this course

This programme is delivered by QA with the apprenticeship certificate awarded by SQA.

The Digital Applications Modern Apprenticeship teaches learners to use digital applications competently and confidently in the workplace.

It gives apprentices the skills and reassurance they need to understand and use a wide range of digital applications relevant to their job role, whether it’s office tools, finance systems, web systems or any other bespoke or off-the-shelf digital application.

Careers

You will be equipped to work in roles such as:

• Office Administration
• Website Development and Publishing
• Application Super User

Modules

Mandatory Units

• Developing personal and team effectiveness using IT
• Health and safety in IT and Telecoms
• Understanding the potential of IT
• Digital information management
• Digital communications
• Digital network environments
• Optimising IT system performance

Typical Pathways

• Office support
• Applications support
• Website development and publishing
• Database development administrator

Classroom and Workplace Units

• PC passport
• Office system user
• Creative content skills
• Creative business skills
• Networking and applications support
• Website front end management and content creation technologies
• Web fundamentals
• Graphic design and creation technologies

Plus many more options that can be discussed with your account manager/skills coach.

Learner support

You'll have a whole team behind you to help you get the most out of your apprenticeship, including:

• Your line manager
• A skills coach
• A safeguarding specialist
• A learning support specialist

Entry requirements

There are no set entry requirements for learners. The only thing to bear in mind is that your job role must fit your chosen apprenticeship qualification, allowing you to complete the relevant modules. QA will undertake a role-matching exercise to help you.