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Level 1 Computer Course in Halesowen – Halesowen College – Part-time

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration18 weeks
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Halesowen College for more info.

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About this course

Level 1 Computer Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Halesowen College, part-time during the day. Fees may apply depending on your circumstances, though fee remission may be available. Contact the Admissions department for details. The course runs over 18 weeks and covers the digital skills used in everyday life and work. You'll build practical knowledge of using devices, handling information online, communicating digitally, and staying safe on the internet. These are the skills employers ask for across almost every sector.

Who this course is for

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

Entry requirements

For information regarding the content of this course please contact the Admissions department on (0121) 602 7777, alternatively course information can be found on our website by visiting www.halesowen.ac.uk

What you will learn

  • You'll use devices and handle files with confidence
  • You'll find, manage, and share information online
  • You'll communicate using email and digital tools
  • You'll create and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations
  • You'll stay safe online and protect your personal information
  • You'll understand how to use digital services, including online forms and accounts

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Halesowen College. Teaching is delivered face to face, with practical tasks and activities throughout. Assessment is based on tasks that test what you can do with digital tools, rather than a written exam. You'll have an initial assessment at the start so the course is pitched at the right level for you.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Halesowen College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrator: uses digital tools for documents and communication
  • Receptionist: handles emails, bookings, and online systems daily
  • Customer service assistant: uses computers for orders and queries
  • Care assistant: records and shares information using digital systems
  • Retail assistant: operates digital tills and stock systems
  • Warehouse operative: uses digital devices for stock and logistics
  • Teaching assistant: supports classroom use of digital tools

What you could study next

After this course, you could move on to a Level 2 Essential Digital Skills Qualification to develop your skills further. From there, more specific qualifications are available in areas like IT, business administration, or customer service. If you want to work in IT support or digital roles, a Level 3 IT qualification would be a natural next step.

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