Free Entry Level Functional Skills Computer Course in Oldbury. Classes run at Nova Training Oldbury. The course runs full-time during the day and takes 13 weeks to complete. You'll build practical ICT skills and earn a recognised entry level functional skills computer qualification. The course covers everyday computer tasks: using devices, handling files, communicating online, and working with common software. You'll sit an initial assessment so the centre can confirm this is the right level 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 and common software with confidence.
You'll create, save, and manage files and folders.
You'll write and send emails and communicate online safely.
You'll use the internet to find and check information.
You'll produce simple documents using word processing tools.
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 Oldbury, with hands-on practice on computers throughout the course. Assessment is practical and task-based. You'll complete set tasks that demonstrate your ICT skills, which are then submitted for marking. There is no written exam. Your work is assessed against the City and Guilds Entry Level 3 standard.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Oldbury will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk: inputting and managing records on computer systems.
Receptionist: using computers for bookings, emails, and documents.
Retail assistant: using tills, stock systems, and online tools.
Warehouse administrator: processing orders and updating digital records.
Customer service advisor: handling queries via email and online systems.
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 stronger qualification that meets many employer requirements for digital skills.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1: useful alongside ICT if you want to strengthen your core skills for work or further study.
