Artificial Intelligence(Exam
INF-307) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you understand the core concepts behind modern Artificial Intelligence.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ADuration: Up to 12 months
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IT Specialist
Entry-level foundations for a first role in IT
£29,000Median UK salary in this field
Overview
Free resits, discount bundles and exclusive offers, we cater to the needs of our customers. Learn about our special offers today!
Course. You receive full access to the course and materials with the flexibility to work from home and within the training centre Mon-Fri from 09:00 – 17:00 (excluding bank holidays) with the benefits of Learner Support.
Facility access. You have full access to technical facilities at the Learning Key Training Academy centre, including: desktops, application software, training simulations, and specialised technical hardware all included with every course.
Free Resit. All exams include 1 x FREE resit so you have a second chance to pass your exam before paying again.
Pearson VUE (IT SPecialist) Voucher. Pearson VUE offers discount vouchers for IT Specialist certifications through our partnership. Get in touch with our team to learn more.
Standard Package. You receive all the benefits of the Standard Package, including free resits and facility access.
Did you know
IT support technician roles carried a median UK salary of £29,000 across 578 permanent adverts — and it is the role most IT careers start in.
Source: ITJobsWatch, August 2026 · checked 13 August 2026
What you cover
What you will learn
CloudComputing(Exam
INF-104) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you understand the fundamentals of how modern cloud systems work.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ACourse Duration: Up to 12 months
Computational Thinking(Exam
INF-308) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you can break down problems, recognise patterns and design logical solutions.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ACourse Duration: Up to 12 months
Databases(Exam
INF-201) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you understand how data is structured, stored and managed in modern database systems.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ADuration: Up to 12 months
HTML5 Application Development(Exam
INF-306) — Hands-on certification that proves you can build interactive, browser-based applications using core building blocks of the web.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ACourse Duration: Up to 12 months
Java(Exam
INF-304) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you can think like a developer and build solid, object-orientated applications.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ACourse Duration: Up to 12 months
Javascript(Exam
INF-302) — Beginner-friendly practical certification that proves you can bring websites to life with dynamic, interactive behaviour.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ADuration: Up to 12 months
Network Security(exam
INF-102) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you understand how to protect networks, secure data, and defend against cyber threats.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ACourse Duration: Up to 12 months
Networking(Exam
INF-101) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you understand how computers, devices, and systems communicate and share information.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ACourse Duration: Up to 12 months
Python(Exam
INF-303) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you can think logically, write clean code, and automate tasks.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ADuration: Up to 12 months
Software Development (Exam
INF-305) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you understand the core principles behind building software – from algorithms to design.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ACourse Duration: Up to 12 months
Device Configuration and Management (Exam
INF-103) — Beginner-friendly certification that proves you can set up, secure, and manage modern devices in a professional IT environment.CPD: YesPre-requisites: N/ACourse Duration: Up to 12 months
Why do it this way
What you get out of it
Comprehensive Curriculum
Our courses use official Pearson IT Specialist training content, giving you access to material developed, maintained and awarded by Pearson IT Specialist experts.
Flexible Learning Options
Choose from online or instructor-led sessions tailored to fit your schedule and learning preferences for maximum convenience.
Certification Preparation
Each programme includes thorough exam guidance and practice materials to boost your confidence and success rates.
Questions
What people ask before booking
You can enrol online through our secure portal or contact our support team for assistance. You can reach our support team via: Telephone: 01642 800881Email: enquiries@learningkey.co.ukIn-person: 69 Newport Road, Middlesbrough, TS1 1LA
We provide prerequisite certifications and recommendations in all our courses on our website.If there are no prerequisites, anyone can enrol onto the course.
We provide estimated course durations in all our courses on our website.The course duration may be different for each course as a result of different curricular requirements to complete the course. It is always best to check the course duration with the specific course you wish to be enrolled.
Yes, students receive ongoing access to digital resources through their Pearson IT Specialist account to support continued learning.If you experience technical issues regarding your account, please notify our IT Support team so we can resolve the problem.
All courses incorporate exam tips, practice questions, and study guides to help you succeed.If you would like further support regarding exam preparation, please reach out to our Student Support team. We may provide additional support options to help you better prepare for the exam.
Yes, each course provides confirmation regarding Career Professional Development (CPD) credit.If you wish to ask questions regarding CPD credit of a specific course, please reach out to our Student Support team for more information.
Careers & pay
What the UK market actually pays
Median advertised salaries for UK permanent roles citing these certifications. Medians, not averages — half of adverts pay more. We publish the sample size and the date so you can check them yourself.
IT Support Technician 578 postings
6 months to 13 August 2026
£29,000
UK median
CompTIA Security+ 1,192 postings
6 months to 7 June 2026
£39,000
UK median
Source: ITJobsWatch. Figures checked 13 August 2026 and reviewed every six months. Salaries vary by region; these are UK-wide.
The practical bit
Dates, price and how you learn
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▣How you learn
- Classroom at our Middlesbrough centre
- On-site at your premises, anywhere in the UK
- Live online with the same trainer
◯Next dates
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