Vocational Information Technology - Level 2

Vocational Information technology - OCR Cambridge Technicals level 2

Programme Outline:

The Cambridge Technicals in Information Technology (OCR) are vocational qualifications designed to develop practical IT skills and knowledge, preparing students for further study or entry-level roles in the digital and technology sector.

The programme offers three qualifications: Certificate, Extended Certificate, and Diploma, allowing students to study a number of units depending on the size of the qualification. All units are internally assessed through coursework, with no formal external examinations. Students can aim for Pass, Merit, or Distinction grades.

Units include:

  • Communicating in the IT industry
  • Working in the IT industry
  • Installing computer hardware
  • IT support
  • Multimedia design
  • Presenting information using IT
  • Database systems

Successful completion of a Level 2 IT qualification provides the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to progress to Level 3 IT qualifications, further study, or entry-level roles in the technology and digital sector.