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Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in Oakham

CostFREE
Duration18 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start8 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in Oakham. Classes run at Oakham Library, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 18 weeks and is fully funded. Your digital skills will be assessed before you enrol to make sure the level is right for you. You'll build practical computer skills, covering things like using devices, handling files, communicating online, and staying safe on the internet.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Digital Functional Skills Entry Level 3 Certificate.

Who this course is for

This course is for adults who want to improve their digital skills and gain an accredited qualification.

Entry requirements

To ensure the course is suitable, your ICT skills will be assessed by RACL before you enrol.

What you will learn

  • You'll use a computer or device with growing confidence.
  • You'll create, save, and manage files and folders.
  • You'll send and receive emails and communicate online.
  • You'll search for information safely on the internet.
  • You'll understand how to stay safe online and protect your personal data.
  • You'll use basic software for everyday tasks such as writing documents.

How you will learn

You'll learn in a classroom at Oakham Library with a tutor. Sessions are part-time and run during the day. Learning is hands-on, working through practical tasks on a computer. You'll be assessed through short tasks and activities that show what you can do. There is no written exam.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Oakham Library will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Receptionist, uses computers daily for bookings and correspondence.
  • Admin assistant, handles emails, documents, and data entry.
  • Retail assistant, uses digital tills and stock systems.
  • Care worker, completes digital records and online communication.
  • Library assistant, supports customers using computers and online services.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills ICT Level 1, the next step up in digital skills.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths Entry Level 3, useful alongside computer skills for many jobs.
  • Level 1 Award in IT User Skills, a broader computer qualification for those ready to progress further.
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