Overview

The Level 1 Introduction to Digital Skills provides learners with an opportunity to build skills within the computing and digital sector. This is a  skills-based qualification designed to help learners develop the personal and social skills needed to help them to progress to independent living, future employment or further vocational study.

The L1 Introduction to Digital Skills study programme gives you a basic yet comprehensive skill level that will support progression into the more technical aspects of computing. You’ll develop your knowledge of the digital sector and learn about the skills that you need to start your career.

You’ll be introduced to coding and developing basic games to support your understanding. You’ll learn about creative digital technologies and boost your software productivity skills.

You’ll have work experience in the digital industry and improve your employability skills as well as your maths and English.

This study programme gives you the skills to progress onto the L2 Digital and IT Skills study programme, preparing you to become a software developer, digital entrepreneur or IT technician.