Functional Skills IT Level 2

Functional Skills · Level 2 · 6 lessons · 6 hours · Free

Build essential digital skills — using computers and operating systems, the internet, email, word processing, spreadsheets, online safety, and presentations — aligned with UK Functional Skills Level 2 IT.

What you'll learn

This course is organised into 6 modules, each ending with a short quiz to check your understanding. You can work through it at your own pace, and it is completely free.

1. Computer Fundamentals and Operating Systems
   • Computer Hardware
   • Software and Operating Systems
   • Managing Files and Folders
   • Module quiz
2. The Internet and Online Communication
   • Browsing and Searching the Web
   • Email and Online Accounts
   • Cloud Storage and Online Collaboration
   • Module quiz
3. Word Processing and Document Creation
   • Creating and Formatting Documents
   • Page Layout, Tables and Images
   • Proofing, Templates and Sharing
   • Module quiz
4. Spreadsheets and Data Handling
   • Spreadsheet Basics
   • Formulas and Functions
   • Sorting, Filtering and Charts
   • Module quiz
5. Online Safety, Security and Data Protection
   • Passwords, Accounts and Malware
   • Phishing, Scams and Safe Browsing
   • Data Protection, Backups and Digital Footprint
   • Module quiz
6. Presentations, Productivity and Assessment Preparation
   • Creating Effective Presentations
   • Digital Productivity and Accessibility
   • Understanding the Assessment and Exam Strategies
   • Module quiz