Free Computer Course for Beginners in Wandsworth. Classes run at South Thames College - Tooting Centre, part-time during the day, over 12 weeks. The pace is manageable, making it easy to fit around other commitments. You'll build practical digital skills covering everyday tasks like using devices, communicating online, and staying safe on the internet. These are the skills employers expect and that make daily life easier. This is a free computer course for beginners course with no cost to you. Pearson Edexcel Essential Digital Skills (Entry 3).
Who this course is for
Please see our website for full details www.stcg.ac.uk
Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll use devices and software to complete everyday tasks.
You'll create, edit, and save digital documents.
You'll send and receive emails and messages safely.
You'll search for information online and judge whether it is reliable.
You'll stay safe online, including protecting personal information.
You'll use digital tools to communicate with others.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at South Thames College - Tooting Centre. Learning is hands-on, using computers and digital devices in class. Assessment is through practical tasks that show you can apply your digital skills in real situations. There are no written exams. Your tutor will guide you through each skill area and check your progress as you go.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. South Thames College - Tooting Centre 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.
Receptionist: using email, booking systems, and digital records daily.
Customer service assistant: handling online queries and digital tools.
Care assistant: completing digital care records and communications.
Retail assistant: using digital tills, stock systems, and ordering tools.
Administrator: supporting office teams with everyday computer tasks.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English or Maths (Entry Level 3 or Level 1): strengthen your core skills alongside digital learning.
Essential Digital Skills Level 1 (Pearson Edexcel): the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more advanced everyday digital tasks.
Level 1 IT User Skills (City and Guilds or Pearson): broader IT skills for office and admin roles.
Level 2 IT or Business Administration qualification: opens doors to a wider range of office-based jobs.
