Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in Dunstable. Classes run at Dallow Learning Community Centre, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year, giving you time to build your digital skills at a manageable pace. You'll cover everyday computer use, online communication, and staying safe online. These are the skills employers ask for across almost every sector. The course suits anyone fitting study around family, caring, or other commitments.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll use a computer and common software with confidence for everyday tasks.
You'll communicate online using email and messaging tools.
You'll find, save, and manage files and documents.
You'll stay safe online, including protecting your personal information.
You'll use the internet to access services and information.
You'll complete basic digital tasks relevant to work and daily life.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Dallow Learning Community Centre. Assessment is practical and task-based, showing what you can do on a computer rather than sitting a written exam. You'll complete activities and tasks that reflect real digital situations, and your tutor will assess your work as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Dallow Learning Community Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: uses computers daily for documents and email
Receptionist: handles digital bookings, messages, and records
Care assistant: many roles now require basic digital record-keeping
Retail assistant: stock and till systems are increasingly digital
Warehouse operative: digital picking and inventory tools are common
Customer service advisor: online systems used in most contact roles
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 1: the next step up in digital skills, recognised by employers and colleges.
Level 1 Award in Digital Skills: broader digital knowledge for work and further study.
Level 2 Digital Skills Qualification: moves you toward a computer qualification that meets most employer requirements for office and admin roles.
Completing this Entry Level 3 Award gives you a strong base to progress through these levels at your own pace.
