Free Level 1 Computer Course in Doncaster. Classes run at Doncaster Deaf Trust, daytime, with flexible study to suit you. You'll build practical skills across the Microsoft Office suite, covering word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing, and email. These are transferable skills that many office and admin roles ask for. The course runs over one year. You'll sit an initial assessment so the centre can plan your learning at the right level.
Who this course is for
Students who aspire to a career in office work of want to learn transferrable skills are offered training in the Microsoft Office suite. They will develop skills in word processing, presentation, spreadsheets, databases, desktop publishing and email.
What you will learn
You'll create and format documents using word processing software.
You'll build presentations using presentation software.
You'll work with spreadsheets to organise and calculate data.
You'll use database software to store and retrieve information.
You'll produce materials using desktop publishing tools.
You'll send, receive, and manage emails professionally.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at the centre, with flexible daytime attendance. Skills are assessed through practical tasks and assignments that reflect real computer use. The OCR ITQ framework assesses you on the units you complete, so your progress is tracked as you develop each skill area.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Doncaster Deaf Trust will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator, handling documents, emails, and data entry
Receptionist, using office software and email day to day
Data entry clerk, inputting and managing records accurately
Office assistant, supporting teams with word processing and spreadsheets
Customer service advisor, using email and databases to help customers
Junior accounts assistant, working with spreadsheets and records
What you could study next
Level 2 Award in IT User Skills (ITQ) - the next step up, recognised by more employers for office and admin work.
Level 2 Diploma in Business Administration - combines IT with broader office skills for admin roles.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 1 or Level 2 - useful alongside IT skills when applying for office jobs.
