
Level 1 - 3 Courses Available: Take apart computers, and learn about the transformation of data through networks.
We're here for you during the coronavirus pandemic: we're offering all our courses online with small group sessions in-class.
The course prepares you to work in technical support job or as a helpdesk operator. You will learn about monitoring and maintaining the computer systems and the networks in an organisation. It will prepare you for a role providing technical support directly to staff and customers.
You will learn about network planning and installation, installing and configuring computer systems & networks, cyber security, and diagnosing and solving hardware and software faults. You will be taught by industry professionals who will support you through your course and onto the next stage of your career.
12 Weeks
Duration
1.5 - 2 Days
Days per week
9.30am - 4.30pm
Morning Hours
6.00pm - 9.00pm
Evening Hours
Online
Environment
Mandatory Units:
Additional/Optional Units:
Entry Requirements:
Qualifications:
Progression Options:
15 - 20 Weeks
Duration
1.5 - 2 Days
Days per week
9.30am - 4.30pm
Morning Hours
6.00pm - 9.00pm
Evening Hours
Online
Environment
Mandatory Units:
Additional/Optional Units:
Entry Requirements:
Qualifications:
Progression Options:
30 - 40 Weeks
Duration
1 - 2 Days
Days per week
9.30am - 4.30pm
Morning Hours
6.00pm - 9.00pm
Evening Hours
Online
Environment
Mandatory Units:
Additional/Optional Units:
Entry Requirements:
Qualifications:
Progression Options:
Will my course cost?:
All our courses have one or more mandatory units and a choice of additional units.
Course content is tailored for you (and your employer) and the list of units outlined here are a guide only. Units covered will also depend on your prior learning and credit requirement. If there is something specific that you are interested in learning, please discuss this with your tutor during induction.
There are other courses available to help you build up the skills and qualifications you need to be eligible for our courses. Please get in touch to discuss this further!
During your appointment assessment, we will help you work out which course will be the most suitable for you based on your results, previous experiences and interests.
Course tuition fees
As a charity, ELATT works tirelessly to access a range of funding and donations to keep our courses free.
In 2018-2019 we had 900 students in total, and only 10 had to pay fees. That means 890 (99.9%) got a free course!
If you are over 19, you might have to take out a student loan to do a Level 3 course. We also can't train you if you are on a Student Visa, Visitor's Visa or Temporary Stay, or are an Overseas Student.
Each year we support hundreds of different people from all walks of life, of all backgrounds, ages, circumstances and skills levels. There's a really good chance that you can get a free course at ELATT, so apply now!
Course registration fees
Our courses for students aged over 19 usually have a registration fee of £30. If you are unemployed or earning less than the London Living Wage annually, you won't need to pay this course registration fee.
These are all the study days and times. Your course will take place on some of these times. You'll find out more information after you apply.
Mornings
Monday9.30 - 16.30
Tuesday9.30 - 16.30
Wednesday9.30 - 16.30
Thursday9.30 - 16.30
Friday9.30 - 16.30
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
Evenings
MondayClosed
Tuesday18.00 - 21.00
WednesdayClosed
Thursday18.00 - 21.00
FridayClosed
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed
Hardware Operation
Learn the insides of computers, servers and other essential IT devices.
Network Management
Learn about network management and the transformation of data.
Constant Need
System issues will always exist, supporting consistent engineering workflow.
Modern Technology
Test and work with modern technology in today's world.
Occupation: IT Manager
"Now I know that I can study and work and achieve great things, I am striving to achieve more professional qualifications so that I can continually do well in my career. I have learnt so much and I will apply all my expertise to my new job where I will be managing the IT networks at the Royal Hospital Chelsea."