Key Facts

  • Starting
    30 Sep 2024
    Location
    Merton
    Start Time
    09:00
    End Time
    17:00
    Duration
    1 Year
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Roll-On Roll-Off (Any Day of Week)
    Start Date
    30 Sep 2024
    End Date
    26 Jun 2025
    Level
    Level 2
    Code
    MIT2005CP

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Level 2 Certificate - Understanding Coding

Level 2 Certificate - Understanding Coding

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This qualification is designed for learners who are looking to gain an introduction to coding. It will support the learner to progress into further study and support those interested in progressing to employment in a coding or IT related role.

This qualification is designed for learners who want to gain knowledge of coding. The qualification may also support progression into further study in coding or other topics within the digital sector.

  • Entry Requirements


    In order to be able to enrol for this course, Learners must meet the following criteria:

    • Be aged 19 or over
    • Have lived in the UK for the past 3 years
    • Have achieved a Grade C (or above) in GCSE English, or a Pass in Functional Skills Level 2.

  • Course Content


    • Unit 01 Understand the principles of coding
    • Unit 02 Understand terminology used in coding
    • Unit 03 Understand coding design principles
    • Unit 04 Understand the processes and practice of coding
    • Unit 05 Understand the importance of communication and project management in coding

  • Progression Next Steps


    The objectives of this qualification are to enable the learner to gain an understanding of:

    • principles of coding
    • the stages of the software development cycle *coding terminology and the key principles of writing code
    • different coding types
    • best practices in coding
    • methods of testing and the DevOps process
    • effective communication and project management in coding

    Learners who achieve this qualification could progress to:

    • Level 3 Certificate in Coding Practices
    • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in IT User Skills
    • Level 3 Certificate in Programming.

  • Additional Information


    This qualification is aimed at

    Individual adult learners Businesses

  • Course Structure


    The programme is run entirely online, using a range of virtual teaching and learning strategies, including live interactive webinars. You will need access to a PC/Tablet device and to be available for one full day each week for five weeks.

  • Assessment Details


    All assessment is completed through a series of questions on an online portal.