Launched in June 2001, e-Quals has quickly gained a reputation for being a flexible and up-to-date suite of IT qualifications that meets the needs of both learners and employers. You can choose the level and pathway that best suits your needs and abilities.

e-Quals offers you different routes into the IT world, whether you’re an experienced IT professional who needs to update your skills or someone who just needs to improve your word processing.

There are three standard routes:

1. Computer User
   when you need to improve your skills in using a computer - e.g. Word processing, using the internet, Powerpoint presentations, using databases
2. Software Developer
   when you want to develop or improve skills in programming, software design, analysis and testing
3. Systems Support
   when you want to develop your career in supporting IT systems, from basic customer support to advanced network management.

You can also study any individual subject from the e-Quals suite - e.g. focus on website design, computerised accounts, or indeed any of the other units.

In addition, e-Quals is a multi-level qualification. You can study e-Quals at levels 1 to 3, Certificate level, Diploma level, and Advanced Diploma level.

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