Free Entry Level Functional Skills Computer in Birmingham – Nova Training Birmingham
CostFREE
Duration13 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Entry Level Functional Skills Computer Course in Birmingham. Classes run at Nova Training Birmingham. The course runs full-time during the day and takes 13 weeks to complete. You'll build practical ICT skills, covering everyday computer tasks that employers and further education providers expect. This is an entry level functional skills computer qualification, so you'll start with an initial assessment to confirm Entry Level 2 is the right starting point for you. Entry is open to learners aged 16 to 18.
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 understand basic online communication.
You'll navigate the internet safely and find information online.
You'll organise and manage digital files and folders.
You'll use basic software tools for everyday tasks.
You'll understand how to stay safe online and protect personal information.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Birmingham. Assessment is practical and task-based, testing your ability to carry out real ICT activities on a computer. You'll complete set tasks that demonstrate your skills across the qualification's requirements. There is no written exam. Your work is assessed against the City and Guilds Entry Level 2 standard.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Birmingham 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 tills and stock systems with basic ICT.
Customer service advisor: handling queries via email and online tools.
Warehouse administrator: updating stock records and digital logs.
Care home administrator: supporting office tasks using basic software.
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Entry Level 3: the next step up from Entry Level 2, building on what you've learned here.
Functional Skills ICT Level 1: moves toward a standard that many employers and colleges ask for.
Functional Skills ICT Level 2: the highest level of the functional skills computer qualification, recognised by employers as a solid foundation for office and admin work.
