As leading IT qualification body, the CCS delivers a number of established education and certification programs in all areas of Computer Science and IT ranging from basic e-skills learning for end-users, individuals and students to professional training for IT practitioners and instructors. There are two main categories of certification. ECDL Certifications and CCS/ECDL Certifications.
ECDL Certification
The ECDL (European Computer Driving License) is the capstone of the Cyprus Computer Society that works with more than 200 Testing Centres on program management in order to serve thousands of students all over Cyprus. The ECDL is an internationally-recognized standard of competence, a widely acceptable certificate that asserts that the holder has the knowledge and skills needed to use the most common computer applications efficiently and productively in the workplace and at home. ECDL courses and exams are taken through the network of Test Centres across Cyprus. For more information visit ECDL Cyprus website: www.ecdl.com.cy
- Computer Essentials - essential knowledge and skills relating to the use of computers and devices. This module replaces the ECDL Core Modules and 1 and 2 and includes new content.
- Online Essentials - knowledge and skills underpinning the use of the Internet to identify and retrieve information, to engage in online activities, and to communicate effectively. This module replaces the ECDL Core Module 7 and includes new content.
- Word Processing - skills related to working with text in a word processing application. There is no change in the content/syllabus of this module.
- Spreadsheets - skills related to working with numbers in a spreadsheet application. There is no change in the content/syllabus of this module.
- Base Modules
- Computer Essentials
- Essential knowledge and skills relating to the use of computers and devices. This module replaces the ECDL Core Modules and 1 and 2 and includes new content.
- Online Essentials
- Knowledge and skills underpinning the use of the Internet to identify and retrieve information, to engage in online activities, and to communicate effectively. This module replaces the ECDL Core Module 7 and includes new content
- Word Processing
- Skills related to working with text in a word processing application. There is no change in the content/syllabus of this module.
- Spreadsheet
- Skills related to working with numbers in a spreadsheet application. There is no change in the content/syllabus of this module.
- Computer Essentials
- Standard Modules (candidates must choose three additional modules that best meet their requirements)
- Online Collaboration
- Internet services (social media, cloud technology)
- Computing/Coding
- Basic coding concepts
- Digital Marketing
- Basic skills for digital marketing
- Project Planning
- Project planning skills for students, individuals, head of departments, etc.
- Web Editing
- Software use for the creation, design and maintenance of a static webpage
- Image Editing
- Use of applications and software for editing images
- IT Security
- Technical solutions for information security
- Presentation
- Creation, editing and preparation of presentation on the computer
- Using Databases
- Basic concepts for databases and relevant applications
- 2D Computer Aided Design (CAD)
- Design skills for architects, engineers and other professions from the construction sector.
- Online Collaboration
- Advanced Word Processing
- ECDL Base Word Processing module is a pre-requisite
- Advanced Spreadsheets
- ECDL Base Spreadsheets module is a pre-requisite
- Advanced Database
- ECDL Standard Using Databases module is a pre-requisite
- Advanced Presentation
- ECDL Standard Presentation module is a pre-requisite
CCS/ECDL Cyprus Certification
ECDL Cyprus has developed a number of new products to compliment the standard ECDL products offered by ECDL Test Centers.
The exam is aimed at children who attend primary school, in grades 3, 4 and 5 and begin to develop their knowledge and skills in computer subjects. The e-KIDS test will be a standard system for assessing computer skills for children of this age.
With the rapid development of Information Technology and the expansive use of computers in almost every aspect of our daily lives, the need for teaching and assessing/certifying younger aged students was identified. This will ensure the gradual and smooth introduction of children in new technologies. The test addresses children attending the 3rd, 4th and 5th primary school grades which begin to develop their knowledge and skills in computer topics. The e-KIDS certification is a standard system for accessing computer skills for children of this age.