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Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in ELY – Cambridgeshire Skills Ely Library

CostFREE
Duration6 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 Ely. Classes run at Cambridgeshire Skills Ely Library during the day, part-time, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll start with a brief initial assessment to find your current level and shape the course around your needs. Over around 6 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 at work.

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, such as 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 in a work context.
  • You'll manage files, devices, and basic software with confidence.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at Cambridgeshire Skills Ely Library. Assessment is built into the course and completed as you progress. The initial assessment at the start helps tailor the content to where you are now. A basic level of English is needed to engage with lessons and complete the set assessments.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Receptionist: digital admin and email skills are essential
  • Care assistant: many care roles now require basic IT for records
  • Retail assistant: online stock systems and digital tills
  • Office administrator: entry-level admin work needs computer skills
  • Library assistant: supporting public digital access
  • Customer service advisor: using online systems and email daily

What you could study next

Once you have your Entry Level 3 Digital Functional Skills, you could move on to a Level 1 Digital Functional Skills qualification to develop more advanced computer skills. From there, a Level 2 Digital Functional Skills qualification builds the kind of IT competence many employers expect. You might also consider Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 1 or Level 2 to strengthen your overall employability.

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