Free Entry Level Functional Skills Computer Course in Dudley. Classes run at Nova Training Netherton. You'll study full-time during the day, covering practical ICT skills that employers and colleges look for. The course runs for 13 weeks. You'll work toward a functional skills computer qualification that shows you can use technology confidently in everyday and work situations. Entry is open to learners aged 16 to 18; you'll have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you.
Who this course is for
This qualification is intended for anyone wishing to develop their ICT skills and gain the nationally recognised qualification to prove it
Entry requirements
Must be aged 16 to 18
What you will learn
You'll use a computer to create, edit, and save documents.
You'll send and receive emails and manage basic digital communication.
You'll search for information online and evaluate what you find.
You'll organise and store digital files and folders.
You'll identify and manage basic risks when using the internet.
You'll use common software tools to present information clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Netherton. Assessment is practical and task-based, testing your ability to use ICT in realistic everyday situations. You'll complete set tasks that cover the required skills for Entry Level 3. There is no written exam in the traditional sense; your performance on the assessed tasks determines your result.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Netherton will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk: inputting and managing records using computers.
Receptionist: handling digital communications and office software.
Retail assistant: using point-of-sale and stock systems.
Customer service advisor: responding to queries via email and online tools.
Warehouse administrator: updating digital logs and order systems.
Library assistant: helping the public with computer and internet access.
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 1: the next step up, covering more complex computer tasks and digital communication.
Functional Skills ICT Level 2: equivalent to a GCSE in ICT; recognised by many employers and colleges.
Level 1 or Level 2 IT User qualification: broader digital skills for office and admin roles.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1: often studied alongside ICT to strengthen your overall employability.
