Modules and syllabi

The ECDL programme defines the skills and competencies necessary to use a computer and common computer applications. Candidates take tests in the modules, which are most relevant to their educational and professional requirements, thereby creating their ECDL Profile. Currently, there are 21 ECDL modules from which is 12 available in Slovakia. There are also 3 introduction programs called eCitizen.

ECDL Modules available in Slovakia:

Introduction modules Not available in Slovakia	Base modules	Intermediate modules	Intermediate modules Not available in Slovakia	Advanced modules	Diagnostic tool
New: Digital Citizen	M2 Computer Essentials	M5 Using Databases	M14 Online Collaboration	AM3 Advanced word processing	New COMPASS
New: Digital Citizen Plus	M3 Word processing	M6 Presentation	M15 - New Managing Online Information	AM4 Advanced Spreadsheets
eCitizen	M4 Spreadsheets	M9 Image Editing	M16 - New ICT in Education	AM5 Advanced Database
	M7 Online Essentials	M12 IT Security	M17 - New Computing available soon	AM6 Advanced Presentation
			M18 - New Digital Marketing
			M13 Project Planning

The range of knowledge and skills that are taught in a module (the specific thematic area of digital skills) and verifies during the examination in a module is listed in syllabus. The syllabus is software and hardware independent.

The exam consists exclusively of practical questions and tasks and is available in the Slovak language. Tests from M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, M7, M12 modules can also be performed in English