Free Computer Course for Beginners in Leicester. Classes run at Workpays Leicester, during the day with flexible study to fit around you. This is a free computer course for beginners course, open to adults who want to build their essential digital skills and use them to find work in a digital role. You'll explore the types of tasks and jobs involved in digital work and learn how to work effectively in that environment. The course takes around 45 hours in total. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel Essential Digital Skills Entry Level 3 Certificate.
Who this course is for
This course is designed for people looking to work in a digital role. It will give you knowledge and understanding required to work in digital as well as exploring the types of jobs and tasks included within the role and how to work effectively within this environment.
Entry requirements
A desire to improve your essential digital skills and using them to help gain employment in the future is important. You will require an understanding of English, however holding a valid qualification is not essential.
What you will learn
You'll use devices and handle files with confidence.
You'll communicate online using email and messaging tools.
You'll find, evaluate, and use information from the internet safely.
You'll create and edit basic digital documents and content.
You'll understand how to stay safe and secure online.
You'll explore the kinds of digital roles and tasks employers look for.
You'll learn how to work effectively in a digital environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions at Workpays Leicester, with flexible daytime attendance. Assessment is through tasks and activities that test your practical digital skills. There are no written exams. Your work is assessed against the Pearson Edexcel Entry Level 3 standard throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Workpays Leicester 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 administrator - supporting teams with digital admin tasks.
Customer service advisor - handling queries via email and online tools.
Receptionist - using booking systems and digital communication daily.
Retail assistant - working with digital tills and stock systems.
Warehouse operative - using digital tracking and reporting tools.
What you could study next
Functional Skills English and Maths (Entry Level 3 or Level 1) - useful if you want to strengthen your English alongside your digital skills.
Essential Digital Skills Level 1 - the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more advanced digital tasks.
Level 1 or Level 2 IT User Skills (ITQ) - broader IT qualification recognised by employers across many sectors.
