Entry Level Functional Skills Computer in Birmingham – Selly Oak Trust School
Cost£13.35
Duration2 years
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Entry Level Functional Skills Computer Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Selly Oak Trust School. You'll need to be aged 14 or above to join, and you'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you. The course covers everyday computer and digital skills over two years of full-time daytime study. An entry level functional skills computer course like this builds the ICT foundation that many further courses and workplaces expect. Functional Skills qualification in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Entry 2.
Who this course is for
14-19 aged learners
Entry requirements
Learners need to be 14 or above.
What you will learn
You'll use a computer to create, save, and manage files.
You'll write and send emails and use basic online communication tools.
You'll search the internet safely and find reliable information.
You'll use word processing software to produce simple documents.
You'll understand basic online safety and how to protect personal information.
You'll follow simple instructions to complete digital tasks.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Selly Oak Trust School. Assessment is practical and task-based. You'll complete set tasks that show you can use ICT at Entry Level 2. Your work is assessed against the Pearson Edexcel Functional Skills standard.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Selly Oak Trust School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk: inputting and managing information on computer systems.
Office junior: supporting admin teams with basic digital tasks.
Retail assistant: using tills, stock systems, and email.
Customer service assistant: handling queries via email or online tools.
Warehouse administrator: recording stock and orders digitally.
What you could study next
After completing your entry level functional skills computer qualification, you could move on to:
Functional Skills ICT Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex digital tasks.
Functional Skills ICT Level 2: a stronger foundation for employment and further training.
A vocational course in business administration, customer service, or IT support, where digital skills are a core requirement.
