What Qualification/level is this course?
Level 1 Award in Introduction to Programming https://www.gatewayqualifications.org.uk/unit/158874/

Who is the course for?
Suitable for all, no previous experience necessary.

What can I expect to learn?
The Award in Introduction to Programming qualification provides a foundational understanding of programming principles, covering the basics of computational logic, logic gates, and an introduction to various programming languages. Participants will delve into both text-based and graphical programming languages, exploring their differences and applications. The course also guides learners through the process of designing, developing, testing, documenting, and reviewing simple computer programs.

How will I learn?
The sessions will be interactive with video and audio for tutor presentation and demonstration. The tutor will guide you through the sessions to ensure that you achieve the course outcomes.

How will I know how well I am doing?
Tutor will give feedback as appropriate ithroughout the course to help you gauge your progress. There are a variety of teaching and learning activities and signposting to online content which covers the underpinning skills, knowledge, and behaviours to meet the unit’s assessment criteria and to help prepare you for the summative assignments.

Will I have to do any work at home?
A range of assessment methods are used to enable you to show clear evidence of where you have acheved assessment criteria. These assessment may need to be completed as part of your home study or may be undertaken during the class sessions.

What will I need to provide?
Notepad and pen for note taking.

Are there any other costs?
No

What can I do next?
Your tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in this subject. For information on ACL courses please see http://www.aclessex.com/ The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers. To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk

Further information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.