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Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in York

CostFREE
Duration13 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start5 Nov 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

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

The course runs over 13 weeks and covers using digital devices safely, communicating online, and handling information in everyday and work contexts. You'll build fluency in practical digital tasks at a steady pace. The course is for learners in the York and North Yorkshire area.

You'll finish with a Digital Functional Skills qualification at Entry Level 3.

Who this course is for

This qualification is for learners who wish to initiate and participate in digital activities safely in both the workplace and real-life contexts. It is suitable for those who have completed Entry 3 Digital Skills - Moving On or those with some experience who need to develop confidence and fluency in their digital knowledge.

Entry requirements

This course is funded for learners in the York and North Yorkshire area. If you live outside of this area, we recommend contacting your local adult education provider.

What you will learn

  • You'll use digital devices safely and with confidence.
  • You'll communicate online, including sending emails and messages.
  • You'll find, use, and share information digitally.
  • You'll stay safe online and protect your personal information.
  • You'll use digital tools in everyday and work situations.
  • You'll organise and store digital files and documents.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions at York Learning Clifton Library. Learning is hands-on, with practical tasks and activities that build your digital skills step by step. Your progress is assessed through tasks and exercises completed during the course.

What you will need to bring

York Learning Clifton Library will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Office administrator, uses digital tools for emails, documents, and data entry.
  • Retail assistant, handles digital tills, stock systems, and online orders.
  • Care assistant, uses digital records and communication tools at work.
  • Warehouse operative, works with digital stock and dispatch systems.
  • Customer service assistant, communicates with customers online and by email.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills Digital Level 1, the next step up from Entry Level 3 and useful for most jobs that need basic digital skills.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1, often studied alongside digital skills to strengthen your overall employability.
  • Level 1 IT or Digital Skills qualification, for those wanting to develop more specific computer skills for work.
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