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Digital Skills Centre

The Internet Core Competency Certification (IC3) is an entry-level digital skills certification that validates computer and internet skills. This certification is suitable for those starting a degree programme, a placement or a new job.

The IC3 certification focuses on seven domains:

  • Technology Basics
  • Digital Citizenship
  • Information Management
  • Content Creation
  • Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Safety and Security

It is composed of three exams, each awarding its own certificate, that validate an understanding of each domain at the basic, intermediate, and advanced levels:

  • Level 1 measures knowledge of fundamental concepts and essential components.
  • Level 2 requires a working knowledge of each of the seven skill groups.
  • Level 3 validates an advanced understanding of digital literacy and indicates that the candidate has the technical foundation needed to advance successfully along their educational and employment paths and support the development of more specialised technological skills.

For pricing information, please email digitalskills@lsbu.ac.uk


Exam objectives

Below you can find exam objectives for each of the IC3 certification levels: