IC3 Certification in Digital Literacy GS6   

In today's technology-driven society, digital literacy isn't an option—it's a requirement. This course is designed to help you demonstrate your digital literacy through Certiport's updated IC3 GS6 certification program and corresponding three Global Standard Six certification exams.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on a PC, Chromebook, or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 7 or later.
• Mac: macOS 12 or later.
• Browser: Chrome (all devices); Firefox (PCs only); Microsoft Edge and Internet Explorer are not supported.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

This computer literacy course will teach you how to efficiently, effectively, and safely succeed in any environment that requires the use of computers, devices, or the Internet. The IC3 Digital Literacy Global Standard Six (GS6) certification is developed and administered by Certiport and designed to cover a range of concepts and skills that can apply to almost any school or career pathway, making it an ideal credential to validate your digital skills.

The IC3 GS6 certification program consists of three exams (Level 1-3) that cover the following objective domains in increasing detail and complexity: Technology Basics, Digital Citizenship, Information Management, Content Creation, Communication, Collaboration, and Safety & Security. This comprehensive set of certifications are stackable across seven digital literacy domains. They will validate your understanding of each domain at the basic, intermediate, and advanced levels, each awarding its own certificate. The IC3-GS6 Levels 1, 2, and 3 sections are structured to align 100% with the IC3 GS6 learning objectives—with no prior computer knowledge or skills needed.

This IC3 certification course is prescriptive and competency-based, meaning that pre-assessment results are mapped to the course table of contents. The "Custom Path" feature allows you to streamline the training process by skipping course lessons and exercises that correspond to skills or concepts passed in the pre-assessment—ensuring a personalized learning experience that is tailored to your needs and abilities.

Upon successfully passing all three Global Standard Six certification exams, you will be awarded the IC3 Digital Literacy Master Certification and a Master Badge. This demonstrates an advanced understanding of the concepts and principles within the IC3 Digital Literacy program objective domains and validates your digital skills in a wide range of settings, from educational institutions to various career paths.

1. IC3-GS6-Level 1
   1. Introduction
   2. Basic Skills
   3. Computer Basics
   4. Word Processing
   5. Presentations
   6. The Internet
2. IC3-GS6-Level 2
   1. Computer Essentials
   2. Word Processing Skills
   3. Spreadsheet Skills
   4. Presentations, Databases and App Culture
   5. Internet
3. IC3-GS6-Level 3
   1. Computer Essentials
   2. Application Programs
   3. Internet

What you will learn

• Understand the seven digital literacy domains
• Experience a personalized learning path as you increase your digital literacy
• Upon completion of IC3-GS6 Level 1, you will have the foundational knowledge and basic competencies across the seven IC3 GS6 exam objective domains
• Upon completion of IC3-GS6 Level 2, you will have the ability to do essential tasks in an online environment and within core applications across the seven exam objective domains
• Upon completion of IC3-GS6 Level 3, you will demonstrate mastery of digital literacy and your ability to manage systems, collaborate, and troubleshoot while providing guidance to others

How you will benefit

• Successfully completing Levels 1, 2, and 3 IC3-GS6 courses will prepare you to pass the three IC3 GS6 exams and receive the IC3 certification
• IC3 preparation and certification provide you with a strong foundation of the computer knowledge and skills required for pursuing higher education and for success in today's workplace
• Obtaining the IC3 certification provides you with a global, industry-recognized credential for employment

Dave Paquin

Dave Paquin has been teaching computer skills in the classroom for over 15 years. He holds a Master of Science in Training and Learning Technology and has extensive experience as a Human Resources manager.