Computing - Part-time Essential Digital Skills

Heart of Yorkshire Education Group

Margaret Street, Wakefield, West Yorkshire, WF1 2DH

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Entry Level

Information and Communication Technology

Available start dates

Friday, 01 September 2023

Start dates in September, December and April. One 2.5-hour session per week for 12 weeks.

Wakefield College

12 Week(s)

Part time

Daytime/working hours

This course may be FREE to you subject to eligibility criteria. Funding is available for those claiming benefits or on a low wage. (Eligibility criteria applies.) If you are not entitled to any funding the course fee is £300. For more detailed information on financial support please contact the Financial Support Team on 01924 789304.

Course Summary

Digital Skills are more important than ever and understanding digital technology and communication is vital to stay connected in work and life.

It is estimated that 11.3 million people in the UK lack basic digital skills and 8% of adults in the UK have no basic digital skills at all.

The Essential Digital Skills course is designed to help you develop the basic digital skills you need for life and work. The course covers a wide range of topics, including:

• Using devices and handling information

• Creating and editing

• Communicating

• Transacting

• Being safe and responsible online

What are the benefits of taking this course?

There are many benefits to taking this course, including:

• Improved job prospects

• Increased productivity

• Enhanced communication skills

• Improved online safety

• Greater enjoyment of using digital devices and the internet

Course Details

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

• Use computers and other digital devices effectively

• Find, manage, and use information effectively

• Create and edit documents, presentations, and other digital content

• Communicate effectively using email, social media, and other online tools

• Make online purchases and complete other transactions

• Stay safe and responsible online

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be assessed through an externally set online assessment.

Entry requirements

There are no specific entry requirements. All applicants will be expected to complete an initial assessment diagnostic.

Your next steps...

Following this course you will be able to progress on to our L1 Essential Digital Skills or apply for our Level 1 Cybersecurity or Level 2 Digital and IT Skills qualifications.

The course will give you the confidence to apply for a wide range of jobs in the Workplace, including IT related posts.

Additional information

To book please visit: https://www.wakefield.ac.uk/study-with-us/how-to-apply

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