Prove you know Computers – IC3

IC3 – Internet Core Computing Certificate

The IC3 Certificate covers a range of computer and application skills.

The new structure (GS6 – Global Standard) is a comprehensive set of stackable certifications across seven digital literacy domains. It is composed of three exams, each awarding its own certificate, that validate an understanding of each domain at the basic, intermediate, and advanced levels. 

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Applications Covered

It includes:

• word-processing
• spreadsheets
• presentations
• internet and email

And also covers:

• Computer Fundamentals (operating systems, cables, connections)
• Data Security
• Data Backups
• Internet Searches
• and more

Topics – All Levels

• Technology Basics
• Digital Citizenship
• Information Management
• Content Creation
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Safety and Security

What Tests are Available?

Concepts (Know) – Level 1

Certifies that candidates have the foundational knowledge and basic competencies of Digital Literacy across seven competency domains.

Configure (Do) – Level 2

Proves a candidate’s ability to do essential tasks in an online environment and within core applications across the seven objective domains.

Design and Create (Lead) – Level 3

Finally Level 3 certifies a candidate’s mastery of digital literacy and their ability to manage systems, collaborate, and troubleshoot while providing guidance to others.

The Tests

To achieve the IC3 Certificate, you need to take and pass three exams.

Each exam has a maximum time of 50 mins to complete.

The number of questions, per test varies between 40 and 45.

Passing Scores and Validity

The exams are scored on a maximum of 1,000 points or 100%.

Pass is 700 or 70%.

Once passed the exam has no expiry date, but there are updates/new versions released every so often.

Personal Experience – IC3

I knew it has been a while, so I checked my online transcript, and apparently it’s been 11 years since I completed the IC3.

The original version in 2003, and then a 2008 update and finally 2010 – the GS3 (Global Standard).

During my research, I discovered that IC3 is currently on GS6 – so maybe it’s time to re-take. 😉

My memories of these certificates are positive.

One thing that I liked is that compared to the other options, IC3 covers a wide range of computer topics in only three exams.

It includes the standard software but it’s just that with the other topics included it’s a much more rounded option, and means that you can show a good understanding of computers – rather than just applications.

Should you take the IC3?

Yes – if you want a recognised certification, that covers a range of computer topics.

Again, if you want a faster option to a qualification, then IC3 can be a good answer with just three tests to pass.

More Information

Available on the official Certiport IC3 site.

Next Steps

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