ICDL - An Internationally Recognised Standard of Competence for Computer Users.
By Jenny Mather

ICDL (International Computer Driving Licence) is an internationally-recognised standard of competence for computer users. The ICDL syllabus is designed to cover the key concepts of computing, its practical applications and their use in the workplace and society in general. It is broken down into seven modules, each of which has a test which must be passed before the ICDL will be issued.

If you decided to study to achieve the ICDL qualification, your newfound range of basic computer skills forms a solid foundation to build more computer literacy an ICDL can take you anywhere. Upon successful completion of the seven ICDL tests, you will receive an ICDL Computer Competency Certificate. 

Key benefits of ICDL for employers are that it: Establishes a tangible IT benchmark for new employees, Helps to ensure consistent levels of IT ability throughout an organization and Provides evidence to clients of an organisation's ability to deliver effectively.

ICDL also: Helps provide proof of the computer competency of potential employees, Helps to reduce IT support costs, Is a highly effective and innovative model for education and training, Helps to motivate staff and compliments an organisation's investment in people and Improves the productivity of staff using PCs.

An ICDL certified population also benefits the entire community by; Addressing the issue of IT skills shortage, Closing the IT skills gap, Attracting inward investment and Creating new business opportunities.

International Computer Driving License (ICDL) has become the international standard in computer literacy for employers, educational institutions and government agencies in 135 countries. Receiving an ICDL certification is almost like having a ticket to jobs across the globe.

ICDL is a worldwide qualification which is used as a measure of competence in computer skills. It is designed to help people both at work and at home. ICDL helps provide proof of the computer competency of potential employees and is open to anyone regardless of age, gender, education, experience or background.




Jenny is a freelance journalist and has written numerous articles on ICT qualifications

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