This is appropriate for those learners seeking a qualification in the use of database software.  The qualification tests the learners' abilities to demonstrate practical skills in the use of standard data processing software to produce accurate and well-presented documents, using a range of activities. 

Learners should have appropriate computer and keyboarding skills. 

At level 1 (elementary), learners will apply their skills in a range of areas, including:

• preparing a database for use
• adding new records from a range of source documents
• amending fields, selecting records and printing documents. 

Level 2 (intermediate) covers:

• setting up a new databas
• entering and saving data
• sorting records and printing records in an appropriate layout and more.