Free Level 1 Computer Course in Mansfield. Classes run at Landmarks The Archer, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. There are no entry requirements and no age restrictions, so anyone can apply. You'll study full-time over the course of a year, building practical digital skills for everyday life and work. The course covers the digital skills that employers and colleges increasingly expect. It takes around one year to complete.
Who this course is for
These qualifications are for learners of all ages. They are suitable for adults and young people across a wide range of settings. Note these qualifications are only available to centres and learners in England.
Entry requirements
There are no entry requirements for these qualifications and no formal age restrictions.
What you will learn
You'll use a computer, tablet, or device with confidence for everyday tasks.
You'll create, edit, and save documents and files.
You'll send and receive emails and communicate online safely.
You'll search for information online and judge whether sources are reliable.
You'll stay safe online, including understanding privacy and security basics.
You'll use common software and digital tools relevant to work and daily life.
How you will learn
Learning is blended. You'll study online at times that suit you and attend daytime sessions at Landmarks The Archer in Mansfield. Assessment is through online tasks and practical activities that test what you can do with digital tools. There are no written exams. Your progress is assessed throughout the course rather than in a single end-point test.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Landmarks The Archer will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: many admin roles now require basic digital skills.
Receptionist: booking systems and email are core to the role.
Retail assistant: stock and ordering systems are increasingly digital.
Care assistant: digital record-keeping is standard in care settings.
Warehouse operative: digital stock management tools are widely used.
Customer service advisor: handling queries via email and online systems.
What you could study next
Level 2 Digital Functional Skills Qualification (City and Guilds): the natural next step after Level 1, and the level many employers and colleges ask for.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: pair digital skills with a recognised English qualification to strengthen your CV.
Level 2 IT User Skills (ITQ): broader IT qualification covering more software and workplace applications.
