Open Awards
Level 2
QN: 610/1413/8
Curriculum Active
Open Awards Level 2 Award in Touch Typing (RQF)
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by Open Awards. Classified as a Vocationally-Related Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 50 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
Open Awards
Syllabus Units
2 Units
Guided Hours
50 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Touch Typing Skills
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Know how to touch type using standard alpha numeric keyboards
- Be able to apply touch typing skills when using standard alpha numeric keyboards
- Be able to touch type to meet given speeds and accuracy levels
2
Working with Display Screen Equipment (DSE)
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the health and safety risks from working with display screen equipment 1.1 Explain the health and safety risks from working with display screen equipment 1.2 Explain workplace controls in place to mitigate risks from display screen equipment 1.3 Outline own responsibilities for health and safety when working with display screen equipment2.
- Understand how to arrange the workplace/station to accommodate safe display screen working 2.1 Explain required adjustments to own workstation to meet health and safety requirements for display screen equipment including
- Display screen equipment
- Keyboard 2.2 Explain how arrangement of own workstation prevents
- Awkward movements
- Repeated stretchingand minimises risks from repetitive strain injury (RSI)3.
- Understand how to clean display screen equipment 3.1 Identify the equipment and materials required for cleaning
- use 3.2 State the processes for cleaning
- Know individuals who may be contacted for help and support with display screen equipment 4.1 Identify individuals who may be contacted for help and support with display screen equipment
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 610/1413/8
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- Open Awards
- Qualification Type
- Vocationally-Related Qualification
- Operational Start
- Sept 2022