End User Computing Learnership

The purpose of the qualification is to build the knowledge and skills required by learners in End User Computing. It is intended to empower learners to acquire knowledge, skills, attitudes and values required to operate confidently in the End User Computing environment in the South African community and to respond to the challenges of the economic environment. 

This qualification is designed to meet the needs of learners who require End User Computing skills in all sectors of the economy, as End User Computing is an essential skill in any business today. The qualification is designed to accommodate both learners in formal education and learners already employed. It aims to develop informed and skilled learners that can apply the acquired skills in any industry and should contribute towards improved productivity and efficiency in the workplace. 

The qualification provides a framework for learners to develop skills that will enable them to become competent in End User Computing. It introduces theoretical concepts of End User Computing and requires the application thereof, to develop a range of skills that will enable learners to be better informed workers in their chosen industry. It provides a balanced learning experience that lays the foundation for access to further education, lifelong learning and to productive employment. 

On completion of this qualification, the learner will be able to:  

• Demonstrate an understanding of applying Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based Word Processing Application skills in the Workplace 

• Demonstrate an understanding of applying Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based Presentation Application skills in the Workplace 

• Demonstrate an understanding of applying GUI-based Spreadsheet Application skills in the Workplace 

• Demonstrate an understanding of applying GUI-based Electronic Mail Application skills in the Workplace 

• Demonstrate an understanding of applying GUI-based Web Browser Application skills in the Workplace 

• Improve Communication by combining communication skills with End User Computing skills 

• Improve the application of mathematical literacy in the workplace, by better utilising End User Computing Applications. 

• Demonstrate an understanding of the use of Information Communications & Technology (ICT) in an organization & the impact it has on societies. 

Learning Programme 1: ICT and MS Windows 

Learning Programme 2: Internet Explorer & Projects 

Learning Programme 3: MS Word 

Learning Programme 4: MS Outlook 

Learning Programme 5: MS PowerPoint 

Learning Programme 6: MS Excel 

Learning Programme 7: MS Access 

Learning Programme 8: Financial Literacy 

Learning Programme 9: Communication 

Learning Programme 10: Mathematical Literacy