The aim of this course is to enable the learner to become proficient in inputting data accurately as well as developing good standards of document production and proof reading skills.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
On completion participants will be able to:
1. Explain the importance of speed and accuracy in relation to data entry.
2. Use a data entry application to enter data using text, alpha, numeric and special characters.
3. Create a range of documents using appropriate text production techniques for punctuation and style.
4. Use a range of editing and formatting tools.
5. Make amendments to documents using insert, delete, change case, transpose, and new paragraph functions.
6. Copy text consisting of a minimum of 250 words, including character and numeric data, to a minimum speed of 25 words per minute and a minimum of 98% accuracy.
7. Proof read a single one page, double line spacing document containing a range of errors to identify errors and indicate required corrections.
PROGRESSION ROUTE
On successful completion of this course students may continue to QQI Level 5. Alternatively, successful candidates may move directly to employment, under direct supervision, in a general office.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Education: No formal education or qualifications are required although applicants may have participated in primary and secondary education. Applicants will be expected to demonstrate a standard of knowledge, skill and competence equivalent to NFQ Level 3 when accessing a Level 4 programme.
Aptitude: Applicants must have a motivation to learn, an interest in the subject and the ability to acquire the knowledge, skills and competencies set out in the course.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
Previous Experience: Applicants must be able to demonstrate a moderate range of knowledge, skills and competencies relevant to the course, be able to work with responsibility and demonstrate the ability to work on their own initiative.
FURTHER DETAILS
THIS COURSE IS:
• BTEI (Back to Education Initiative) course
• PART TIME
• QQI accredited
FREE to those:
on Social Welfare/Medical Card/CE Scheme and/or with less than Upper Second Level Education
To Enrol on this Course
Email: alimccann@ddletbaes.ie
Phone: 01-6283557
ONLINE: CLICK HERE