Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in Coventry

CostFREE
Duration25 hours
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyTLM

About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in Coventry. Classes run at Southfields Adult Education Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs for 25 hours and fits around other commitments. You'll build the digital skills that employers and everyday life increasingly expect. Topics cover using devices, communicating online, handling information safely, and staying secure on the internet. It's a practical entry level computer course that takes things at a steady pace.

Who this course is for

Courses run on various days, times and venues in Coventry. Some courses may also be offered online. For more detailed information regarding courses please visit our website: http//www.coventry.gov.uk/adulted from 01/08/2022 or select the "Go to course" option below.

What you will learn

  • You'll use a computer or device to complete everyday tasks
  • You'll create, save, and manage files and documents
  • You'll communicate with others using email and online tools
  • You'll search for information online and judge whether it's reliable
  • You'll stay safe online, including understanding passwords and privacy settings
  • You'll handle personal information responsibly in digital environments

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Southfields Adult Education Centre. Activities are hands-on, using computers during class time. You'll be assessed through practical tasks that show what you can do with digital tools. There is no written exam. Assessment is based on evidence of your skills built up during the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Southfields Adult Education Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrator: use computers daily to support office tasks
  • Receptionist: manage emails, bookings, and digital records
  • Care assistant: record notes and communicate using care software
  • Retail assistant: use digital tills, stock systems, and email
  • Warehouse operative: work with digital stock and dispatch tools
  • Customer service advisor: handle online queries and digital systems

What you could study next

Once you've completed this entry level computer course, you could move on to a Level 1 Essential Digital Skills Qualification to develop your skills further. From there, a Level 2 Essential Digital Skills Qualification is the next step and is recognised by many employers. You might also consider a Level 1 or Level 2 IT User qualification, which covers a broader range of software and digital tasks.

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