OpenEDG Certifications

Computing Essentials (Exam CE-01-0x)

The computing Essentials certification is a credential that validates the skills and knowledge related to a foundational understanding of computer hardware, computer software, peripheral devices, file management, operating systems, the Internet, security, as well as the key concepts of ICT. The certification measures the candidate's ability to accomplish tasks related to effective work with computers and related technology. Target group: secondary school, college and university students, employees.

Computer Science Essentials (Exam CSE-01-0x)

The Computer Science Essentials certification is a credential that validates the skills and knowledge related to the essential understanding of computer technology, programming, and digital media. The certificate measures the candidate's ability to accomplish tasks related to the effective use of computers and the basics of programming in work- and university-related environment, the ability to deal with tasks related to digital media processing as well as safe and efficient use of the Internet, and checks understanding of data structures, computer security, and basic IT jargon. Target group: secondary school, college and university students, individuals interested in gaining and validating their ICT skills.

Network Certified Specialist (Exam NET-01-0x)

The Network Certified Specialist certification is a credential that validates the skills and knowledge related to the essential understanding of network architectures, designing and implementing networks, configuring and managing network devices, the essentials of Internet protocols and their properties, determining service network needs and resolving typical network problems. The certificate validates that you have a hands-on skills and knowledge that allow you to understand, design, configure, and manage network infrastructures, hardware as well as Internet protocols and services. Target group: secondary school, college and university students, networking professionals.

Security Certified Specialist (Exam SEC-01-0x)

The Security Certified Specialist certification is a credential that validates the skills and knowledge related to the essential understanding of cybersecurity issues, basic cryptography concepts, identifying and detecting threats and vulnerabilities, managing cyber risks as well as designing and implementing prevention techniques and solutions. The certificate validates that you have a hands-on skills and knowledge that allow you to understand, design and implement essential techniques in securing systems and network infrastructures as well as managing potential and actual risks. Target group: college and university students, networking professionals, security professionals.

General English A1 (ELAC-1 Level A1)

ELAC-1 – English Language Aptitude Certification, Level A1 measures the candidate's English proficiency at the beginner level: Level group – A (basic user), Sub-level – A1 (Beginner).

The individual holding ELAC-1 Level A1 credential demonstrates the following English proficiency skills:

• understands and knows how to use the most common everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a specific type
• understands the most basic instructions, ads, signs, and reads basic texts
• introduces themselves and others, and asks and answers simple questions about personal details, e.g., where they live, people they know, or things they have
• interacts in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly, and is prepared to help
• writes everyday texts such as simple emails, text messages, or short sentences
• knows how to describe the environment surrounding them using simple words.

General English A2 (ELAC-2 Level A2)

ELAC-2 – English Language Aptitude Certification, Level A2 measures the candidate's English proficiency at the beginner level: Level group – A (basic user), Sub-level – A2 (Beginner).

The individual holding ELAC-2 Level A2 credential demonstrates the following English proficiency skills:

• understands and knows how to use everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a specific type
• understands the most common instructions, ads, signs, and reads basic texts
• introduces themselves and others and asks and answers questions about personal details, e.g., where they live, people they know, or things they have
• interacts in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help
• writes everyday texts such as emails, text messages, or short sentences
• knows how to describe the environment surrounding them.

Medical English A1 (ELAC-MED Level A1)

ELAC-MED-1 – Medical English Language Aptitude Certification, Level A1 program measures the English-language proficiency of non-native speakers in medical contexts at the beginner level: Level group – A (basic user), Sub-level – A2 (Beginner).

The individual holding ELAC-2 Level A2 credential demonstrates the following English proficiency skills:

• understands and knows how to use everyday expressions and basic medical phrases and vocabulary aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a specific type
• understands the most common instructions, ads, signs, and reads basic texts in medical and non-medical contexts
• introduces themselves and others, and asks and answers questions about personal details, e.g., where they live, people they know, or things they have
• interacts in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly, and is prepared to help
• writes medical recommendations and short sentences related to medical and non-medical contexts
• knows how to describe the environment surrounding them.

Medical English A2 (ELAC-MED Level A2)

ELAC-MED-2 – Medical English Language Aptitude Certification, Level A2 program measures the English-language proficiency of non-native speakers in medical contexts at the beginner level: Level group - A (basic user), Sub-level - A1 (Beginner).

The individual holding ELAC-2 Level A2 credential demonstrates the following English proficiency skills:

• understands and knows how to use everyday expressions and basic medical phrases and vocabulary aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a specific type
• understands the most common instructions, ads, signs, and reads basic texts in medical and non-medical contexts
• introduces themselves and others, and asks and answers questions about medical details, e.g., where they live, people they know, or things they have
• interacts in a simple way in medical contexts, provided the other person talks slowly and clearly, and is prepared to help
• writes medical recommendations and short sentences related to medical and non-medical contexts
• knows how to describe the environment surrounding them.