City & Guilds
CIE has reviewed its provision of ICT qualifications and is planning the introduction of the CLAiT 2006 (Computer Literacy and Information Technology) examination as a new qualification for Centres in 2006/2007.
This examination is currently offered by their sister organisation OCR in the UK, where it is the most popular IT user qualification in the UK with more than two million entries and represents the benchmark qualification in this field.
The following diagram gives a break down of the three levels to be offered.
Level 1(New CLAiT) Level 2
(CLAiT Plus) Level 3
(CLAiT Advanced)
Unit 1
(Core)
New CLAiT
New CLAiT is a qualification designed to recognise the skills, knowledge and understanding of IT users everywhere, whether in employment, education or training. New CLAiT is suitable for beginners looking to boost their IT confidence. For details, please see OCR New CLAiT factsheet.
CLAiT Plus
CLAiT Plus is a qualification designed for those with some experience wishing to increase their IT productivity. Candidates can increase their efficiency and improve their computer capabilities. For details, please see OCR CLAiT Plus factsheet.
CLAiT Advanced
CLAiT Advanced is for confident IT users looking to advance their IT skills. CLAiT Advanced is a qualification designed to recognise the skills, knowledge and understanding of those who use advanced IT skills. The qualification recognises complex and specialist skills in the use of IT in vocational contexts. For details, please see OCR CLAiT Advanced factsheet.
Vendor Units
OCR CLAiT include optional vendor units, e.g. BBC Becoming Webwise, Certiport Internet Computing Core Certificate (IC3) and Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS). CIE does not offer these options at the moment, but talks with Certiport/Microsoft are planned. However, following successful completion of a BBC Becoming Webwise, Certiport IC3 or Microsoft Office Specialist test, candidates are able to claim an equivalent CLAiT unit from within the CLAiT suite.
Flexible Options
New CLAiT, CLAiT Plus and CLAiT Advanced can be tailored to individual needs, progressing skills and helping learners to meet the demands of the modern home and office.
With all levels of CLAiT 2006, candidates have the choice between single units, a certificate (core plus two optional units) or a diploma (core plus four optional units).
Suitable for all abilities from complete beginners to confident IT users, CLAiT features clear progression routes and plenty of choice.
Foundation Level 1(New CLAiT) same learning level as IGCSE Grades D-G Standard Level 2
(CLAiT Plus) same learning level as IGCSE Grades A*-C Advanced Level 3
(CLAiT Advanced) same learning level as AS/A level
For more information, please contact the School Office.
