This qualification is proof that a learner has taken the first digital steps towards being able to use the Internet to make life easier and to engage in the digital economy.

Once they pass this course, they receive a certificate and a digital badge.

A learner with this qualification:

• can explain the basics of digital technology and the Internet.
• is aware that you can use a smartphone instead of a computer to do many things on the Internet.
• is aware of how the Internet increases opportunities for them to work, live and learn.  
• critically evaluates online content before sharing it.
• can search for online content and create a safe password.
• has an email address and knows the basics of how to use it.
• is aware of different email folders, is careful with Spam, and can send and receive an email.
• Can send an email with an attachment.
  
• has a basic understanding about creating and using digital documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
• knows the importance of saving files and using folders.
• is aware of using fonts to design documents.
• knows the first steps towards creating a digital document, spreadsheet and presentation.