Highfield Qualifications
Level 1
QN: 603/4954/2
Curriculum Active
Highfield Level 1 Award in Digital Skills (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Highfield Qualifications. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 50 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 1
Awarding Body
Highfield Qualifications
Syllabus Units
5 Units
Guided Hours
50 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Being safe and responsible online
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to protect personal information and privacy, understanding personal rights and options for controlling the use of personal data
- Be able to protect devices and data from online risks and threats
- Be able to configure and use multifactor authentication to access and use online services
- Be able to backup data locally and using a cloud provider
- Be able to use appropriate language and behaviour online
- Be able to apply simple methods to avoid physical and psychological health risks while using devices
2
Communicating
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to identify and use appropriate modes of online communication for a range of contexts and audiences
- Be able to take steps to manage online identity
3
Creating and editing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to use applications to enter, edit, format and layout information
- Be able to edit and enhance an image
- Be able to enter, edit, sort, process, format and chart numeric data
4
Transacting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to interact with online transactional services and manage account settings
- Be able to compare online buying options for an item/service and identify best option
5
Using devices and handling information
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Be able to keep an operating system and applications up to date
- Be able to use appropriate techniques to carry out and refine searches
- Be able to organise and store information
- Be able to identify and apply solutions to common technical problems
- Be able to identify and use appropriate online learning resources to maintain and improve digital skills
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/4954/2
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Highfield Qualifications
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2019
- Operational End
- May 2026