Free Computer Course for Beginners in Halifax. Classes run at Francis St Calderdale College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 48 hours, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll build the everyday digital skills that employers and services now expect, from using devices safely to communicating online and handling information. This entry level computer course for beginners classes covers the core tasks most workplaces and daily life now rely on. You'll work toward a Pearson Edexcel Essential Digital Skills Entry Level 3 qualification, a recognised computer course for beginners certificate that shows you can use digital tools with confidence.
Who this course is for
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What you will learn
You'll use a device to carry out everyday tasks safely and securely.
You'll create, edit and save digital documents and files.
You'll send and receive emails and use online communication tools.
You'll search for information online and judge whether sources are reliable.
You'll handle personal data safely and understand basic online security.
You'll use online forms and services, including those used by employers and public services.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Francis St Calderdale College. Learning is hands-on, with practical tasks using computers and digital tools. Assessment is through set tasks that test what you can do, not written exams. You'll complete activities that reflect real digital situations, and your work will be assessed against the Pearson Edexcel standards for the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Francis St Calderdale College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrative assistant: uses digital tools for documents and email daily.
Customer service advisor: handles online systems and digital communication.
Retail assistant: uses digital tills, stock systems and online ordering.
Care assistant: records information on digital care management systems.
Warehouse operative: uses digital scanning and stock-tracking tools.
Receptionist: manages bookings and correspondence using computers.
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 1: builds on Entry Level 3 digital skills with more complex tasks.
Essential Digital Skills Level 1: the next step up in the same qualification series, covering a wider range of digital tasks.
Level 1 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ): broader IT qualification recognised by employers across many sectors.
Functional Skills English or Maths Level 1: useful alongside digital skills for many job applications.
