Free Computer Course for Beginners in Lambeth. Classes run at Lambeth Adult Learning, part-time during the day. This free computer course for beginners is open to adults who can demonstrate Entry Level 3 digital skills, either through a prior qualification or an initial assessment. You'll cover using devices, navigating the internet, creating documents, communicating by email, and staying safe online. The course runs over approximately 40 hours. It focuses on digital skills for work, with a secondary focus on everyday life.
Who this course is for
The course will enable you to learn the digital skills you need for life, work or further study. The focus will be more on skills for work with a secondary focus on skills for life.
Entry requirements
You must have achieved an Entry 3 ICT qualification (or similar) prior to the course or demonstrate that you have entry 3 skills in your initial assessment. You will need to complete an English, maths and ICT initial assessment and diagnostic assessment before registration on the course.
What you will learn
You'll use digital devices confidently for everyday tasks.
You'll navigate the internet and search for information safely.
You'll create, edit, and store documents and files.
You'll communicate using email and video calls.
You'll fill in online forms accurately.
You'll make secure purchases online.
You'll identify online scams and protect your personal information.
You'll apply responsible behaviour when using digital tools at work.
How you will learn
You'll learn in a classroom at Lambeth Adult Learning. Before the course starts, you'll complete an English, maths, and ICT initial assessment and a diagnostic assessment. These help place you at the right level and plan your learning. During the course, you'll practise digital tasks hands-on. Assessment is based on the skills you demonstrate throughout the programme.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Lambeth Adult Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: use digital tools to support office work.
Customer service assistant: handle emails, online systems, and records.
Receptionist: manage bookings and communications digitally.
Retail assistant: process online orders and stock systems.
Care worker: use digital care records and communication tools.
Warehouse operative: work with digital stock and dispatch systems.
What you could study next
Level 2 Essential Digital Skills for Work: the next step up, covering more advanced digital tasks for the workplace.
Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths: often needed alongside digital skills for employment or further training.
Vocational qualifications in business administration, customer service, or health and social care: many of these build on the digital skills you'll gain here.
