European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL)

ECDL is a European-wide qualification, designed for those who wish to gain a basic qualification in computing.

How ECDL works
Courses Needed For Examinations
ECDL exam schedule
How to book

How does ECDL work?

A table outlining the seven ECDL modules which must be passed before the ECDL certificate is awarded.
ECDL modules
Module number	Module name	Description	Syllabus
1	Security for IT Users	This module requires the candidate to know about the basic components of a personal computer and understand some of the basic concepts of Information Technology (IT) such as data storage and memory.	Download Security for IT Users syllabus (PDF - 68KB)
2	IT Users Fundamentals	This module requires the candidate to demonstrate knowledge and competence in using the basic functions of a computer and its operating system.	Download IT Users Fundamentals syllabus (PDF - 106KB)
3	Word Processing	This module requires the candidate to demonstrate the ability to use a word processing application on a computer.	Download Word Processing syllabus (PDF - 90KB)
4	Spreadsheet	This module requires the candidate to understand and be able to accomplish basic operations associated with developing, formatting and using a spreadsheet.	Download Spreadsheet syllabus (PDF - 93KB)
5	Database	This module requires the candidate to understand the basic concepts of databases.	Download Database syllabus (PDF - 90KB)
6	Presentations	This module requires the candidate to demonstrate competence in using the presentations application on a computer. The candidate will be able to accomplish basic tasks such as creating, formatting and preparing presentations for distribution and display.	Download Presentations syllabus (PDF - 97KB)
7	Using Email and the Internet	This module is divided in two sections. The first section, information, requires the candidate to accomplish basic Web search tasks using a Web browser application and available search engine tools, to bookmark search results.	Download Using Email and the Internet syllabus (PDF - 111KB)

Courses needed for examinations

A table outlining the courses provided by Digital Services that will prepare you for the various ECDL Examinations

Courses
Module number	ECDL module	Course
1	Security for IT Users	Security for IT Users
2	IT Users Fundamentals	IT Users Fundamentals
3	Word Processing	Basic Word and Intermediate Word
4	Spreadsheets	Basic Excel and Intermediate Excel
5	Databases	Basic Access and Intermediate Access
6	Presentations	Powerpoint
7	Using Email and the Internet	Email and Internet

How to book

You can book a course or exam by phoning 028 9027 0707 or email digitalservicestraining@belfastcity.gov.uk.

Our Information Technology Training Team has over 20 years of experience in providing training in all areas of computing, from basic awareness to advanced level courses.