Entry requirements
An interest in learning about using IT. This is an entry-level course with no entry requirements.
Why take this course?
This course is aimed at those who are out of work or at risk of being out of work.
This qualification, the NPA Digital Passport at Level 4, will give you the opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills in handling information, in understanding and using computer networks as well as social media.
If you want to be more confident and skillful in using your smartphone, tablet or laptop, to understand more about how to use computer networks, to find out more about social media such as Facebook, Instagram and Twitter, then this is the qualification for you.
- Develop knowledge and skills in handling information, using computer networks and social media
- Gain confidence using smartphones, tablets and laptops
- Experienced digital skills coaches on hand to help
- Communications and numeracy training also available
- Support may be available for childcare and transport costs.
What you will experience
This course is part Campus attendance and part online teaching.
The National Progression Award (NPA) is made of 3 units:
- H7E9 44 Information Literacy
- H7EA 44 Network Literacy
- H7EB 44 Social Media Literacy
What you will need
IT equipment is provided during sessions.
Student Stories
Rebecca Clements
Computing
HND Web Development (including Digital Design and Development)
“I’ve had a passion for computing from a very young age. I decided when my son was starting school that it was the best time to go back and follow a dream I had put on hold.”
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Gillian Gray
Business & Management
HND Administration and IT
“I am dyslexic and suffer with my mental health so it was great to be assigned the same support tutor for three years. She was always available to talk to if I found myself in crises and I felt really well supported.”
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Ella-May Quinn
Computing
HND Web Development (including Digital Design & Development)
“I really enjoyed the course and the hands on nature of the learning. Being able to build websites was great and I got a real sense of achievement from the work we were asked to produce.”
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Scott Duncan
Computing
HND Digital Development & Design (Games Development)
“I feel the course has prepared me well for my new role and I’m excited to put my new skills into practice and have the opportunity to do something I love every day! “
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Margarita Ivanova
Business & Management
HND Accounting
“NESCol has made a huge difference for me and I would say to anyone considering retraining to just go for it – you’ll be surprised at what you can achieve and the difference it will make in a short time. I would highly recommend college to others who have moved to Scotland from abroad, especially if you are not sure where to start with gaining qualifications. College is a great because it gives you the option to go straight into work or continue on to further study.”
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Martin Meszaros
Computing
HND Cyber Security
“I really have so much to thank NESCol for. I’m sure it is an experience that will have a positive impact throughout my life.”
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Shay McGillivray
Computing
HND Technologies in Business
Shay’s HND has given him knowledge and skills that are vital for running a business today including cyber resilience, e-commerce solutions and social media and knows the course has given him a solid grounding in business operations, technology and project management which will serve him well for the continued success of their family business.
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Leah Innes
Business & Management
Business and Administration, SCQF Level 6
“I’ve gained invaluable on-the-job experience and it’s helped me boost my confidence in my day to day job”
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Steve Raeburn
Business & Management
Logistics Operations, SCQF Level 7
“An apprenticeship gave me the chance to prove to myself that I can do better.”
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Jake Fraser
Business & Management
Warehousing, Storage and Distribution, SCQF Level 5
“I would definitely recommend the apprenticeship to others as it’s helped me gain a lot of knowledge across the warehouse and company as a whole.”
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