e-Citizen

e-Citizen is a foundation-level programme that enables people to learn how to use computers and the Internet.

About e-Citizen

Computers and the Internet are a part of daily life. Every Citizen should be able to use them to engage in society and perform simple everyday tasks which are now routinely performed online.

e-Citizen is a certification programme that enables individuals to learn how to use computers and the Internet. It has been designed to help individuals get the most out of the Internet by explaining how it works and showing that it can be used for a range of purposes. These include dealing with government departments, finding information, buying products, and communicating online with family and friends.

Providing citizens with suitable online skills through the e-Citizen programme will give them the ability to access the life-enhancing aspects of the Information Society. e-Citizen is the ideal solution as it allows people to learn about the Internet without requiring prior computer knowledge.

What does it cover?

e-Citizen covers the following skills and knowledge:

Block 1: Foundation Skills
The Foundation Skills block gives the candidate the necessary skills and knowledge for basic computer and Internet use. This block covers:

• The computer
• Files and folders
• Simple applications
• Internet basics
• Email basics

Block 2: Information Search
The Information Search block makes the candidate aware of the nature and extent of information available on the Internet in the areas of news, government, consumer, travel, education / training, employment, health, interest groups, and business. This block covers:

• Searching – wide range of Internet sources
• Precautions – issues & risks
• Reliability of information

Block 3: e-Participation
Building on the computer and search skills already acquired, this block completes the skills set necessary for the candidate to become an e-Citizen. This block covers:

• Online services
• Practical applications

Full details of the material covered by e-Citizen is on the ECDL Foundation Website

How to get e-Citizen

Contact the KiwiSkills team for details of e-Citizen training and testing in your area.

e-Citizen in Ireland

The following video outlines the success of e-Citizen with the elderly in Ireland: