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Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in Wisbech – Cambridgeshire Skills Wisbech Library

CostFREE
Duration5 months
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in Wisbech. Classes run at Cambridgeshire Skills Wisbech Library, part-time during the day. Before you start, you'll complete a brief initial assessment so the course can be tailored to your needs. Over around 5 months, you'll build practical digital skills: using online services, communicating by email and video call, shopping and banking online, staying safe on social media, and using IT in a work setting. A basic level of English is needed to take part.

Who this course is for

Do you want to learn more about IT? Having good digital skills is essential in today's world for both personal use and the work environment. Our Digital Skills courses are accredited and designed to give you the skills to: • Access online services, such as booking your GP appointment • Stay in touch with family and friends, via email or video calls • Shop and bank online • Use social media and keeping yourself safe online • Use IT at work You will gain new skills and develop your confidence in using computers and navigate the digital world and online services.

Entry requirements

This is a first step IT qualification and is suitable for anyone with some experience of using digital devices and would like to build their skills and confidence using computers and other devices. A basic level of English is needed to engage with the lessons and complete the set assessments. Prior to starting the course, you will be required to complete a brief initial assessment. This will help us understand your current starting point and allow us to tailor the course to meet your specific ne

What you will learn

  • You'll access online services, including booking GP appointments and using government websites.
  • You'll communicate digitally using email and video calls.
  • You'll shop and bank online safely.
  • You'll use social media and protect yourself from online risks.
  • You'll use IT tools relevant to the workplace.
  • You'll navigate digital devices with greater confidence and independence.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Cambridgeshire Skills Wisbech Library. Teaching covers practical tasks you can apply straight away. Assessment is built into the course and is completed as part of your learning. The initial assessment at the start helps shape how the course is delivered to suit your current level.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cambridgeshire Skills Wisbech Library will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrator: many admin roles require basic computer skills
  • Receptionist: booking systems and email are core to the role
  • Retail assistant: stock and till systems are increasingly digital
  • Care assistant: digital record-keeping is now common in care settings
  • Warehouse operative: online systems used for stock and dispatch
  • Customer service advisor: email and online tools used daily

What you could study next

Once you've completed this Entry Level 3 qualification, you could move on to a Level 1 or Level 2 Functional Skills Digital qualification to build further. Level 2 is recognised by many employers as a standard digital competency. You might also consider Functional Skills Maths or English at a similar level, which are useful alongside digital skills for a wide range of jobs and further study.

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