The ECDL Advanced Programme provides an opportunity for people who wish to develop advanced skills in computer applications to achieve certification with the same international acclaim as the core level ECDL. It lays out a clear progression from the basic skills of the core level, so that candidates can plan further learning with a definite goal in mind.

For several years ECDL has been the standard in basic skills, which is sought by employers, and desired by colleges and individuals alike. Now, in a more technologically mature society, requirements are multiplying and standards are rising. Candidates need the skills to deal with complex tasks, large documents, and high-level functionality. ECDL Advanced addresses the needs of this more sophisticated computer user in today’s society. The four applications which are covered in the ECDL Advanced programme, Word Processing, Spreadsheets, Database and Presentation, offer a broad range of skills to candidates with the same quality assured that they are accustomed to in the ECDL product range.

Many ECDL test centres are experiencing a demand for follow-on courses from candidates who have completed the core level ECDL. By offering the ECDL Advanced programme, test centres are providing a service to their clients, increasing the pool of accomplished computer users in the community and boosting their training and testing business.