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

 

ECDL Base is a certification of an individual’s digital literacy. It consists of four modules that cover key ICT skills and knowledge areas and are mandatory for all candidates. These four essential modules are:
  • 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.
     
ECDL Standard is the 7-module certification that comprises of four essential modules of ECDL Base (which certifies an individual’s digital literacy), plus three additional modules to develop and certify an individual’s digital competence. In keeping with the established global standard, this certification retains its 7-module structure but allows candidates to choose modules that reflect their own needs.
  • 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.
  • 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.
The ECDL Expert Certificate is a higher-level programme designed for those who have successfully reached the relevant ECDL Base or ECDL Standard levels of the advanced modules and wish to further enhance their computer proficiency and expertise. ECDL expert Certificate gives Candidates the opportunity to become expert in the use of office applications, acquiring skills sets over and above the routine and commonly used features of the software. The ECDL expert Certificate is awarded when the candidate successfully passes all four ECDL Advanced modules:
  • 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
The ECDL Certified Training Professional (CTP) is an international qualification in IT training and certifies the abilities of IT Trainers to deliver high-level quality training in computing. Despite the rigorous application of international standards on all aspects of administering the ECDL / ICDL, there had, until the development of CTP, been little control over the provision of classroom-based training by individual trainers and training organisations. As one of the Foundation's non-end-user certification, CTP provides trainers and training organisations with an objective quality standard against which their own training services can be measured.

 

The Robotics module covers the main concepts and skills needed to assemble, programme, and control a simple robot. Robots are not only found in science fiction. Programmable mechanical devices are increasingly used to automate common tasks; for example, in factories and distribution centres. People will interact more and more with these devices in different environments such as home, school, or healthcare. Early exposure to this technology will help to explain their use as well as open paths to future learning and more specialised skills development.

 

 

 

CCS/ECDL Cyprus Certification
ECDL Cyprus has developed a number of new products to compliment the standard ECDL products offered by ECDL Test Centers.
 

CCS and ECDL Cyprus, recognising the need for training of accounting staff in the effective use of computerized accounting systems, have developed this education and certification programme. Computerised Accounting aims to provide the industry, capable staff who will successfully respond to the needs of today enterprises and organizations in the Accounting Department.
Given the rapid development of information technology and the expansion of the use of computers in almost every aspect of our daily lives, the need arose for teaching and assessment/certification programs even for the youngest ages, in order to ensure the gradual and smooth introduction of children in new technologies.
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.
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