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he International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) Concept is a global computer literacy initiative developed to raise the level of knowledge about Information Technology (IT) and increase the level of competence in using personal computers and common computer applications for all the citizens of the world.

ICDL is an internationally-recognized standard of competence for computer users. It is a certificate awarded to a person who has passed one theoretical Test on the Basic Concepts of Information Technology (IT) and six practice-based Tests using a personal computer and common computer applications.

1. Basic Concepts of Information Technology (IT)
2. Using the Computer and Managing Files
3. Word Processing
4. Spreadsheets
5. Database
6. Presentation
7. Information and Communication

The ICDL's core certification, the ICDL, is the cornerstone of the entire range of ICDL Certification.

As the global standard for end-user computer skills, the ICDL is widely recognized for the variety of benefits, it brings to the individual, employers and society.

The ICDL has been shown to:

1. increase essential IT skills levels
2. increase confidence in computer use
3. provide internationally-recognized qualification
4. improve job prospects and job mobility
5. provide a platform from which to move on to higher-level IT education.