Benefits for Candidates

	Reinforces basic computer skills from the EQUALSKILLS syllabus.
	Builds up confidence in the use of the internet.
	Teaches practical information-search skills.
	Provides the know-how to use online services in real life situations.
	Forms a stepping-stone to more advanced computer training like ECDL.
	Enables access to the e-Citizen and ECDL community through the MyClick website.
	Gives candidates a free MyClick webmail account which remains live after the programme has been completed.

Benefits for Test Centres

The e-CITIZEN programme covers a particular level of basic training. This enables test centres to provide a fully rounded suite of programmes and cater for the specific needs of candidates.

e-CITIZEN provides a logical stepping-stone from EQUALSKILLS to ECDL.

e-CITIZEN enables centres to offer relevant and topical training to candidates who increasingly need to be familiar with the internet and the benefits it brings, in the home or workplace.