Free Entry Level Computer Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Landmarks Nottingham, full-time during the day. The course blends online study with time at the centre, so you get hands-on practice alongside flexible digital learning. There are no entry requirements and no formal age restrictions. You'll build practical digital skills over the course of a year. Topics cover everyday computer use, working online, and handling digital information safely. This free computer course for adults is a straightforward way to gain a recognised computer qualification.
Who this course is for
These qualifications are for learners of all ages. They are suitable for adults and young people across a wide range of settings. Note these qualifications are only available to centres and learners in England.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for these qualifications and no formal age restrictions.
What you will learn
You'll use a device to complete everyday digital tasks
You'll communicate with others online, including sending and receiving emails
You'll find, use, and store information digitally
You'll stay safe online and understand basic internet security
You'll create and edit simple digital documents
You'll use online services and tools for everyday purposes
How you will learn
Learning is blended: you'll study online and attend sessions at Landmarks Nottingham. Assessment is practical and task-based. You'll complete set tasks that demonstrate your digital skills, assessed against the City and Guilds specification. There are no written exams. Your progress is tracked through the tasks you complete, both online and in the centre.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Landmarks Nottingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Admin assistant: many admin roles require basic computer skills
Receptionist: uses email, booking systems, and word processing daily
Retail assistant: stock systems and digital tills are standard
Care assistant: digital record-keeping is increasingly common in care settings
Warehouse operative: many warehouses use handheld digital devices
Customer service advisor: handles online queries and digital tools
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 1: the next step up in digital skills, covering more complex tasks and software use.
Digital Functional Skills Qualification Level 1 (City and Guilds): builds directly on Entry Level 3 and is recognised by many employers.
Functional Skills English or Maths: often studied alongside digital qualifications to strengthen your overall employability.
