Accreditation

ICDL Syllabus

The ICDL process is based upon a standard worldwide Syllabus, which is developed and maintained by the ECDL Foundation. This ensures consistent ICDL program quality in every country of operation.

The ICDL Syllabus has been reviewed and endorsed as a computer literacy standard by numerous international educational institutions and computing societies. Because the Syllabus is updated periodically, the official version of the ICDL Syllabus is published in the Syllabus section of the ECDL Foundation Website.

The ICDL certification allows everyone to document their acquired knowledge and skills through a series of performance-based tests.

The seven ICDL modules that lead to documented computer skills are:

Module 1 > Concepts of IT
The physical make-up of a personal computer and concepts such as data storage, memory and viruses.
Module 2 > Using the Computer and Managing Files
The fundamental functions of a personal computer and its operation system.
Module 3 > Word Processing
Creating, formatting and finishing a word-processing document, and using more advanced word-processing features.
Module 4 > Spreadsheets
Developing, formatting and using a spreadsheet; using basic formulas and functions to perform standard mathematical and logical functions.
Module 5 > Databases
Designing and planning a simple database using a standard database package; retrieving information from an existing database.
Module 6 > Presentations
Creating, formatting and preparing presentations, using graphics and charts and various slide show effects.
Module 7 > Information and Communication (Internet and Email)
sing a Web browser application and available search engine tools to accomplish Web search tasks; using E-mail software to send, receive and organise messages.

Process

To obtain your ICDL, follow these easy steps:

  • Register to participate in the program by calling an accredited test centre.
  • Acquire an ICDL Skills Card, which is your entry point into the program and a record of your progress.
  • Complete a skills assessment exercise.
  • Participate in available training to address required areas of improvement.
  • Plan training and testing activity, and monitor your progress.
  • Successfully complete the seven, 45-minute ICDL test modules in any order within three years from the start date.
  • Receive your ICDL certification and display with pride!

To become an accredited test centre, follow these easy steps:

  • Complete our application form and send in with the appropriate payment.
  • Have the two legal agreements signed and witnessed.
  • The ICDL Accreditation Manager will arrange for a site inspection (if applicable) to be conducted by one of our ICDL Accreditation Officers.
  • Pre-purchase ICDL Skills Cards (a minimum of 30 cards initially) which is a record sheet of the candidates progress in the program.
  • Receive your accreditation kit including testing material.

Syllabus Version 4 - FAQs

Accredited Test Centres

Note: (There is no set fee for training or testing so we advise you to contact a few test centres near your location and compare the pricing.)

Learning and Testing Providers

he following is a list of Courseware Companies In Australia providing materials approved for Compliance with the ECDL Foundation ECDL/ICDL Syllabus Version 4.0: A complete list of providers can be found on the ECDL Foundation Website

Syllabus Version 4.0 Courseware Providers

Bookless Learning

Bookless Learning

Bookless Learning is a rich-media method of delivering ICDL to students. The Bookless Learning dynamic digital content provides an environment where students are engaged, barriers to learning are reduced and skills are developed by doing.

Automatic student reporting means no marking – saving time for teachers and trainers. Bookless Learning is easily scalable, uses few resources to deliver and is ideal for distance or remote learning programs.

Tel: 1 800 503 341
Fax: (02) 9475 4269
E-Mail: info@booklesslearning.com
Web: www.booklesslearning.com

Suite 220 Seabridge House,
377 Kent Street,
Sydney, NSW 2000
Australia

Electric Paper

Thirdforce EP

Thirdforce EP's core product series is designed specifically for the global ICDL certification program.

Containing over 80 hours of training materials, over 1,000 assessment questions and simulation-based testing system for accredited test centres, this is the complete solution for your ICDL program.

Contact: Laurel O'Hara
Tel: 1300 308 826
Mobile: 0415 461 344
E-Mail: auinfo@thirdforce.com
Web: www.thirdforce.com

79A Princess Ave
Rosebery, NSW 2018
Australia

Interaction Training

Interaction Training

Interaction Training has built its ICDL Courseware with the benefit of 25 years experience in self-paced learning. As our name suggests, you will learn by doing.

Highly interactive exercises are combined with drills and workbooks to provide a complete learning experience. Built by Australian for Australians our ICDL Training is available on-line, behind your firewall, or from a CD. AICC or Scorm compatible

Contact: Ian Smith
Tel: +61 (02) 9948 0455
Fax: +61 (02) 9948 0203
E-Mail: ian.smith@interactiontraining.net
Web: www.interactiontraining.net/

PO Box 393
Milsons Point, NSW 2061
Australia

Cheltenham Courseware Pty. Ltd

Cheltenham Courseware Pty. Ltd

Cheltenham Courseware offers a complete range of approved ICDL training materials which allow you to print as many copies of the materials as you wish for use at your training centre. The courseware also includes Intranet ready , HTML formats.

TThe Cheltenham Courseware ICDL training materials include separate editions for different versions of Microsoft Office & Windows. There is no annual renew fee: the price is a one-off cost for the rights to use the materials.

You can now even purchase practice exam revision questions, available as printable student handouts. These include over 1800 practice questions for the core ICDL syllabus and are specifically written to help prepare for the ICDL examination.

You can download complete materials for free evaluation from their web site.

Contact:
Tel: 1300 852 204
Fax: 1300 852 206
E-Mail: info@cheltenhamcourseware.com.au
Web: www.cheltenhamcourseware.com.au

Joondalup Business Centre
15 Barron Parade
Joondalup, WA 6027
Australia

International Pass

International Pass

7 ICDL Learner-Friendly Workbooks for 7 Modules + Tutor’s Delivery Guide

From the company that co-developed the ECDL/ICDL Certified Training Professional (CTP) qualification on behalf of the ECDL Foundation, comes a unique set of ICDL Workbooks dedicated to meet all the needs of ICDL candidates.

Well laid out and easy to use, the workbooks have been designed in line with the principles embraced by the CTP programme and totally cover the ICDL syllabus.

Low cost Annual License is available that allows any accredited test centre to produce as many workbooks and delivery guides for their own use as they wish.

Contact us for further information or visit the website.

Contact: Jan Grant
Tel: +44 (0)870 129 6067
Fax: +44 (0)1482 307 654
E-Mail: jangrant@ipass.uk.com
Web: www.ipass.uk.com
Skype: jangrant@ipass.uk.com

Hesslewood Hall
Ferriby Road
Hessle
East Yorkshire, HU13 0LH
United Kingdom

KnowHow2

KnowHow2

KNOWHOW2 is an Australian developer of interactive software simulation courseware for the ICDL Syllabus Version 4.0 competency.

Each module takes you step-by-step through the learning process using meaningful examples, and contains practice tests to reinforce the skills you have learned.

The courses can be used on a single PC, run on a network, or over the Internet or Intranet.

Contact: Dorothy Amba
Tel: +61 (02) 4342 9144
Fax: 61 (02) 4342 9122
E-Mail: enquiries@knowhow2.biz
Web: www.knowhow2.biz

103-105 Paton Street
Woy Woy, NSW 2256
Australia

Software Publications

Software Publications

Software Publications Pty Ltd has produced approved learning material for the International Computer Driving Licence.

The material can be purchased by individual module, as a two-volume book (containing all seven modules). This is a comprehensive product which includes exercises, skills tests and revision sheets.

Contact: Renay Hawkins
Tel: (02) 9882 1000
Fax: (02) 9882 1800
E-Mail: office@softwarepublications.com.au
Web: www.softwarepublications.com.au/

Unit 10, 171 Gibbes Street
Chatswood, NSW 2067
Australia

ICDL Advanced Courseware Providers

Electric Paper CIA Training

Electric Paper for CIA Training

CiA Training Ltd are the first company in the world to supply training materials for all four of the ICDL Advanced modules, which have been approved by the ECDL Foundation and ACS.

These self teach resources have been designed to steer the user around the features needed to pass the ICDL Advanced assessments in a simple step by step approach. Each title is supplied with data files which are designed to assist in the learning process.

Electric Paper (EP is a Thirdforce brand)

Contact: Laurel O'Hara
Tel: 1300 308 826
Mobile: 0415 461 344
E-Mail: auinfo@thirdforce.com
Web: www.thirdforce.com

79A Princess Ave
Rosebery, NSW 2018
Australia

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