ECDL is the name that was given to the ICDL Certification programme in Europe, however, in 2020 the name was updated to become known as ICDL globally. ICDL which stands for International Certification of Digital Literacy, is the new name for the ECDL programme. As from 1st May 2022, new candidates will be registered on the new ICDL programme. The new ICDL will not impact the candidates following the ECDL programme. However these candidates are required to complete all tests by 31st December 2022. On completion they will be awarded an ECDL certificate.