LEVEL 3
DIGITAL SKILLS QUALIFICATIONS – LEVEL 3
IT USER SKILLS ENTRY LEVEL LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3LEVEL 3 AWARD IN IT USER SKILLS
Unit BankTLM Level 3 Award in IT User Skills in Open Systems and Enterprise (ITQ)
600/1778/8
Level 3
12
90
Coursework, E-assessment, Portfolio of Evidence, Practical Demonstration/Assignment
01-May-2011
NO
LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN IT USER SKILLS
Unit BankTLM Level 3 Certificate in IT User Skills in Open Systems and Enterprise
610/6120/7
Level 3
24
180
Coursework, E-assessment, Portfolio of Evidence, Practical Demonstration/Assignment
01-Aug-2025
NO
TLM Level 3 Certificate in IT User Skills – Handbook
LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN IT USER SKILLS
(Examined)
Unit BankTLM Level 3 Certificate in IT User Skills in Open Systems and Enterprise
XXX/XXXX/X
Level 3
XX
XXX
Coursework, E-assessment, Multiple Choice Examination, Practical Demonstration/Assignment, Written Examination
In Development
NO
Information to follow
LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN IT USER SKILLS
Unit BankTLM Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills in Open Systems and Enterprise
610/6648/5
Level 3
48
360
Coursework, E-assessment, Portfolio of Evidence, Practical Demonstration/Assignment
10-Nov-2025
NO
LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN IT USER SKILLS
(Examined)
TLM Level 3 Diploma in IT User Skills in Open Systems and Enterprise
XXX/XXXX/X
Level 3
XX
Unit BankXXX
Coursework, E-assessment, Multiple Choice Examination, Practical Demonstration/Assignment, Written Examination
In Development
NO
Information to follow
LEVEL 3 AWARD FOR RDK – B CERTIFIED ENGINEERS
The Level 3 RDK Development qualification is designed for a wide range of abilities and for people who require skills and competence in the broadband software functionalities. There is a wide range of units available for all skill levels and interests.
Unit Bank
TLM Level 3 Award for RDK – B Certified Engineers
603/7533/4
Level 3
12
90
Coursework, E-assessment, Portfolio of Evidence
28-Mar-2021
NO
TLM Level 3 Award for RDK Professionals – Handbook
LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN IT USER SKILLS IN CLOUD SYSTEMS AND SERVICES
Examined course
On UCAS Tariff Table from May 2018 onwards.
The purpose of this qualifications is to recognise the development of IT User Skills directly related to the National Occupational Standards. They support progression to higher level qualifications in digital technologies and they are complementary to existing qualifications in the TLM provision using the TLM assessment model. For example, they enable extending the range of IT User Contexts when compared to the Open System Computing Qualifications and they are complementary to Tech Awards in Product Manufacture or Design, Engineer and Construct. Anyone wanting to develop their knowledge and understanding of IT applications in order to hone practical skills relevant to learning and the world of work will benefit from these qualifications.The Level 3 Certificate for Digital Professional Expert is a minimum of 150 Guided Learning Hours with 3 mandatory units and two optional units, for example Cisco Cyber Security Essentials and Networking Essentials.
Please note: although the units are “optional”, they are actually mandatory as they are required for Guided Learning Hours. They are optional as there is a choice of many from which to select the required number.
Total Credits required to achieve the qualification – 24Mandatory Units:
- Level 3, Unit 40 – Cloud Based Services and Applications (5 credits)
- Level 3, Unit 41 – Cloud Based Systems and Security (5 credits)
- Level 3, Unit 42 – Undertaking a Real-World Project (5 credits)
TLM Level 3 Certificate in User Skills in Cloud Systems and Services (ITQ)
601/8775/X
Level 3
24
150
Coursework, E-assessment, Portfolio of Evidence, Practical Demonstration/Assignment, Written Examination
01-Oct-2014
NO
A*/A/B/C/D/E
SPECIFICATION:
The qualification at Level 3 has two assessment components both of which cover the full content of the qualifications.
- Coursework assessed in terms of competence in practical areas where knowledge and understanding can be applied in real and motivating contexts.
- An externally set and externally marked examination to assess knowledge and understanding that underpins user competence. This also covers all aspects.
The Certificate qualification is unit based and consists of mandatory and optional units, as well as a mandatory project to be undertaken in a work based environment to gain some hands on skills. A minimum of 24 credits is needed equating to a minimum of 200 Guided Learning Hours. An additional 30 hours are required to make up the mandatory 230 hours TQT (Total Qualification Time). As part of TQT, it is expected that candidates will carry out work and assessment activities outside of their guided hours, including research and analytical activities as part of their real-world project.
The Level 3 Certificate is graded across 6 levels from A*- E with A* the highest grade equating to 80%+ of the available marks and grade E equating to a minimum of 50%. Candidates that complete the coursework to the appropriate standard at Level 3 will carry forward 30 marks. Those that achieve 20 more marks from the exam will be awarded a grade E (50%).55% for a grade D, 60% for grade C, 70% for grade B, 75% for grade A and 80% or more for A*.
[The published grade boundaries may be subject to change]
TLM Level 3 Certificate in IT User Skills in Cloud Systems and Services – Handbook
LEVEL 3 DIPLOMA IN IT USER SKILLS IN CLOUD SYSTEMS AND SERVICES
Examined course
The purpose of this qualifications is to recognise the development of IT User Skills directly related to the National Occupational Standards. They support progression to higher level qualifications in digital technologies and they are complementary to existing qualifications in the TLM provision using the TLM assessment model. For example, they enable extending the range of IT User Contexts when compared to the Open System Computing Qualifications and they are complementary to Tech Awards in Product Manufacture or Design, Engineer and Construct. Anyone wanting to develop their knowledge and understanding of IT applications in order to hone practical skills relevant to learning and the world of work will benefit from these qualifications.
The Level 3 Diploma for Digital Professional Expert is a minimum of 360 Guided Learning Hours with 3 mandatory units and 5 optional units, for example Cisco CCNA 1-4, Cisco CCNA Security.
Please note: although the units are “optional”, they are actually mandatory as they are required for Guided Learning Hours. They are optional as there is a choice of many from which to select the required number.
Total Credits required to achieve the qualification – 40Mandatory Units:
- Level 3, Unit 40 – Cloud Based Services and Applications (5 credits)
- Level 3, Unit 41 – Cloud Based Systems and Security (5 credits)
- Level 3, Unit 42 – Undertaking a Real-World Project (5 credits)
TLM Level 3 Diploma in User Skills in Cloud Systems and Services (ITQ)
603/1123/X
Level 3
40
360
Coursework, E-assessment, Portfolio of Evidence, Practical Demonstration/Assignment, Written Examination
15-Mar-2017
NO
A*/A/B/C/D/E
SPECIFICATION:
The qualification at Level 3 has two assessment components both of which cover the full content of the qualifications.
- Coursework assessed in terms of competence in practical areas where knowledge and understanding can be applied in real and motivating contexts.
- An externally set and externally marked examination to assess knowledge and understanding that underpins user competence. This also covers all aspects.
The Diploma qualification is unit based and consists of mandatory and optional units, as well as a mandatory project to be undertaken in a work based environment to gain some hands on skills. A minimum of 40 credits is needed equating to a minimum 360 Guided Learning Hours. An additional 40 hours is required to make up the mandatory 400 hours TQT (Total Qualification Time). As part of TQT, it is expected that candidates will carry out work and assessment activities outside of their guided hours, including research and analytical activities as part of their real-world project.
The Level 3 Diploma is graded across 6 levels from A*- E with A*the highest grade equating to 80%+ of the available marks and grade E equating to a minimum of 50%. Candidates that complete the coursework to the appropriate standard at Level 3 will carry forward 30 marks. Those that achieve 20 more marks from the exam will be awarded a grade E (50%).55% for a grade D, 60% for grade C, 70% for grade B, 75% for grade A and 80% or more for A*.
[The published grade boundaries may be subject to change]
TLM Level 3 Certificate in IT User Skills in Cloud Systems and Services – Handbook
LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE FOR RDK – B CERTIFIED ENGINEERS
The Level 3 Certificate for RDK Professionals qualification is designed for a wide range of abilities and for people who require skills and competence in the broadband software functionalities. There is a wide range of units available for all skill levels and interests.
Unit BankTLM Level 3 Certificate for RDK – B Certified Engineers
603/7534/6
Level 3
24
150
Coursework, E-assessment, Portfolio of Evidence
28-Mar-2021
NO
TLM Level 3 Certificate for RDK Professionals – Handbook
LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE FOR RDK – V CERTIFIED ENGINEERS
The Level 3 Certificate for RDK Professionals qualification is designed for a wide range of abilities and for people who require skills and competence in the broadband software functionalities. There is a wide range of units available for all skill levels and interests.
Unit BankTLM Level 3 Certificate for RDK – V Certified Engineers
603/7828/1
Level 3
24
150
Coursework, E-assessment, Portfolio of Evidence
30-Aug-2021
NO
TLM Level 3 Certificate for RDK Professionals – Handbook
IT USER SKILLS ENTRY LEVEL LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3