Upskill your learners with Ascentis Digital Skills

At Ascentis we have a full suite of cutting-edge Digital Skills Qualifications to support and upskill learners from Pre-Entry through to Level 3. If you are already an approved centre you can access these qualifications at no additional cost. Alternatively to find out more about the benefits of working with Ascentis click here.

New Essential Digital Skills Qualifications (EDSQ)

The Ascentis Essential Digital Skills Qualifications (EDSQ) are available at Entry Level 3 and Level 1 and cover the basic digital skills needed for life and work. Our assessments are holistic and ensure that skills are explored in real world context with learners encouraged to use digital devices throughout the course of the qualifications. Our Essential Digital Skills Qualifications include some fantastic resources to support delivery and ensure learners are accessing the appropriate level.

Diagnostic Tools

Following feedback from centres, our diagnostic resources meet the requirements of the National Occupational Standards for Essential Digital Skills. These diagnostic resources, available for both Entry 3 and Level 1, help to determine the appropriate level of qualifications the learner should access. Additionally, once a learner has worked through the resources, their results can be used to inform teaching and identify any gaps in their knowledge.

ESOL Friendly

We provide fantastic resources to support the delivery of EDSQ for ESOL tutors and learners. These include a comprehensive teacher’s guide and a vocabulary resource for ESOL learners, which contains activities to help them to learn and understand the language used in EDSQ.

Why Choose Ascentis EDSQ

  • At both Entry 3 and  Level 1, our qualifications cover in detail the digital skills required for life and work
  • Qualifications can be delivered through classroom-based and blended learning
  • Learners are encouraged to use digital devices throughout the course of the qualifications, giving them an extra opportunity to engage with the online facilities and a range of software
  • No minimum registrations or registration windows – robust guidance is provided for booking assessments
  • Assessments are externally set
  • Assessments are marked online using a combination of tutor/computer marking
  • Tutor guidance and resources available to help you teach these qualifications and your learners to succeed
  • Access an exclusive 20% discount on BKSB Essential Digital Skills assessments and resources


Find out more about Ascentis EDSQ

Pre-Entry Digital Skills

The Ascentis Pre-Entry Level Award in Digital Skills has been designed to recognise the significant learning that takes place in order for some students of digital skills to be ready to undertake further study. This qualification allows learners to practice the underpinning essential digital skills for communication, handling information and content, transacting and problem solving, and online safety, enabling them to learn digital skills effectively.

Find out more about Ascentis Pre-Entry Digital Skills

Digital Skills (Entry 3 to Level 3)

Our Entry 3 to Level 1 qualifications are designed to help learners get started with a basic understanding of how to use a computer, use software and get online safely. These qualifications require no prior learning or experience.

Our Level 3 Certificate and Diploma in Technology Enhanced Learning qualifications aim to provide practical skills and underpinning knowledge required to fulfil a Learning Technologist type role.

Find out more about Ascentis Digital Skills.

If you would like to discuss any of these qualifications you can book an online meeting by clicking here or using the Book a Meeting button below.

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“We are very pleased that we made the move to Ascentis for all our ESOL exams. The exams are appropriate for our learners, and lecturers find the marking manageable. As an organisation, Ascentis is a pleasure to work with. Our queries are always dealt with quickly and we are extremely well supported by our verifier.”

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“We have been delighted with the impact Ascentis Extended Awards in Mathematical Skills (Stepping Stones) have had on our student’s progression towards their functional skills mathematics as well as preparing them for the completion of their GCSE. It has taught them the essential skills in mathematics which enabled them to deal with the practical problems and challenges of life – at home, in education and at work. These skills are valued by employers and further education, and are a platform on which to build other employability skills. We are also very impressed with the level of service and commitment shown by the staff of Ascentis, they are always available to help whenever help is needed.”

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