The aim of this course is to provide pupils with a broad range of ICT and administrative skills covering Level 4 experiences and outcomes. Pupils will be expected to:
Confidently select and use appropriate IT software to solve problems. Software will include Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, E-diary and E-mail.
Complete practical administrative tasks, developing skills which they will also be able to use in other subjects when it comes to processing and organising information.
Use specialist equipment and appropriate software to develop administrative and management skills in a simulated work environment to help support business and entrepreneurial activities.
Pupils assume the role of a junior administrative assistant within a simulated workplace. A wide range of teaching strategies are used with classes, such as thinking skills, direct teaching, paired and/or group work.
Work in class is supported through the use of software guides, websites and other digital media. Pupils will be involved in setting targets and evaluating their progress and that of their peers. Pupils are expected to take on an early responsibility for their personal organisation and learning.
Everything you need to know before selecting this course
Homework will be given to reinforce your learning and to assess your progress. Very often it may be to read over work or notes we have been doing in class or it can be to prepare for a class test.
Work will be assessed through
ongoing monitoring of classwork and class activities
Graded tests to help you decide whether you are confident to do National 5 in S4
Everything you need to know about future pathways from this course
S4 – National 4 and 5
S5 – National 5 or Higher
S6 – National 5 or Higher
There are a wide range of college courses available in Admin & IT. For example, North East Scotland College offers these courses in Administration.
This course is suitable for all learners who are interested in becoming a:
Legal Secretary
Administrative Assistant
Personal Assistant
Human Resources Advisor
The following link will give you an idea of some of the jobs people with a Admin & IT background might do: