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The European Computer Driving Licence (ECDL) is an internationally recognised computer skills certification programme spanning some sixty countries.

Also known as the International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) for countries outside of Europe, the programme is enjoying phenomenal world-wide recognition and growth.

The overall objective of the ECDL programme is to raise the level of core knowledge about Information Technology (IT) and computer skills competency on a global basis and provide an internationally recognised certification.

The ECDL/ICDL programme is administered on a global basis by the ECDL Foundation (ECDL-F).

This is achieved through the establishment of ECDL/ICDL Licensees in each country who administer the programme locally based on a strict set of ECDL-F standards and quality guidelines.

The ECDL/ICDL consists of seven modules:

1. Basic Concepts of IT
2. Using a Computer and Managing Files
3. Word Processing
4. Spreadsheets
5. Databases
6. Presentation
7. Information and Communication

When a candidate registers to start the ECDL/ICDL certification process he/she receives a Skills Card on which the progress through the seven tests is recorded. When all seven modules are completed the candidate receives the European/International Computer Driving Licence.

The keys of ECDL/ICDL success lie in its ability to deliver a flexible, modular programme accessible to all that;

• Prepares people for the Information Society
• Raises the level of computer knowledge and skills of the workforce
• Provides an essential qualification that allows all people to be part of the Information Society
• Establishes a model for computer skills education and training
• Facilitates increased mobility across the workforce and wider community

Endorsed by many Governments, learning institutions and leading corporates in Europe and around the world, ECDL/ICDL has become the leading formal computer skills certification sought by students, workers, employers and the general public.

Achievement of this qualification is being seen more and more as the standard by which employers can benchmark the computer competency of both current and potential staff and by which staff can increase their job prospects and future opportunities.

In education, the ECDL programme in Europe in particular has been evaluated and approved by many Governments as a policy framework for the development of Information Technology (IT) in schools. The programme has been adopted to prepare school students for their participation in the Information Technology society.

For more information Please visit the ICDL official website http://www.icdl.org