The Internet and Computing Core Certification (IC3) provides both students and job seekers with the foundation of knowledge needed to succeed in environments that require the use of computers and the Internet. The Global Standard 3 is an internationally recognized standard for digital literacy and reflects the most relevant skills for school and business today.
Benefits of IC3 Certification:
- Validate your Internet and computing skills
- Highlight your talents
- Demonstrate your qualifications in emerging fields
IC3 Certification recognizes that the recipient has demonstrated abilities in critical entry-level skills needed to use the latest computer and Internet technology effectively to achieve business objectives, expand creativity, improve profitability, and provide a competitive edge.
IC3 Certification Exams – Internet and Computing Core Certification requires successful completion of the following 3 components:
Living Online:
Covers skills for working in an Internet or networked environment.
Key Applications:
Covers popular word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications and the common features of all applications.
Computing Fundamentals:
Covers a foundational understanding of computing.
Pricing
Courseware
IC3 using Vista and Microsoft Office 2007 – $75.00 plus applicable taxes
IC3 using Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2010 – $75.00 plus applicable taxes
Instruction
Due to small class sizes and student’s varying experience and knowledge of computers and Microsoft Office software, Educational Services offers continuous intake and flexible class schedules to accommodate our students’ diverse needs. As such, we offer all of our computer courses on a time-block basis of 18 hours of instruction for $180 (plus applicable taxes) to be used within regular hours of operation at the discretion of the school and student.
Practice Examinations
Educational Services administers IC3 practice examinations for students enrolled in our programs as well as outside clients who have completed the course independently and wish to test their abilities prior to attempting the official examinations.
Individual Practice Exams – $40.00 plus applicable taxes *
Complete IC3 Practice Exams (includes all 3 components) – $104.00 plus applicable taxes *
Certification Exams
In order to achieve Internet and Core Fundamentals (IC3) Certification, the candidate must successfully complete all 3 exams.
IC3 certification includes 3 exams (Living Online, Key Applications, and Computing Fundamentals), each sold separately.
IC3 Exam including one retake $68.00 each plus applicable taxes *
IC3 Exam without retake $58.00 each plus applicable taxes *
All practice tests and certification exams include a fee of $25 for proctoring and must be pre-booked 48 hours in advance. Those candidates that purchase their own exam vouchers and simply require the use of certified testing facility and proctoring are required only to pay $25 (plus applicable taxes) and must schedule their exam 48 hours in advance.
