Free Entry Level Functional Skills Computer Course in Wigan. Classes run at Hope School and College. You'll need to have achieved Entry Level 2 in Functional ICT before starting. The course covers how to use ICT skills in everyday life and takes two years full-time. It builds practical computer knowledge you can apply at home, in education, and at work.
Who this course is for
This course is suitable for anyone who would like to develop their knowledge of ICT skills and learn how to apply these in everyday life.
Entry requirements
Prior achievement of Entry Level 2 in Functional ICT
What you will learn
You'll use a computer to complete everyday tasks safely and confidently.
You'll create, edit, and save documents and files.
You'll send and receive emails and communicate online.
You'll search for information online and judge whether sources are reliable.
You'll understand how to stay safe when using the internet and digital devices.
You'll organise and manage digital information in a straightforward way.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hope School and College. Assessment for the OCR Functional Skills Qualification in ICT at Entry Level 3 includes practical tasks that test how you apply ICT skills in real situations. You'll complete set tasks that cover the required areas of the qualification. Your progress will be assessed through these tasks rather than a traditional written exam.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Hope School and College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk: inputting and managing information on computer systems.
Receptionist: using computers for bookings, emails, and records.
Retail assistant: using point-of-sale and stock systems.
Care assistant: completing digital care records and communications.
Library assistant: using computer catalogues and digital resources.
Administrative assistant: supporting office tasks using basic software.
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 1: the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex computer tasks.
Functional Skills ICT Level 2: a higher-level functional skills computer qualification recognised by many employers.
Level 1 or 2 qualifications in IT or Digital Skills: broader courses covering software, digital communication, and online safety in more depth.
