Free Level 1 Computer Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Landmarks Nottingham, with a mix of online study and time at the centre. There are no entry requirements and no age restrictions. The course runs full-time during the day and typically takes one year to complete. You'll build practical digital skills covering everyday tasks, online communication, and using devices and software with confidence. The course is a City and Guilds Digital Functional Skills Qualification at Level 1, and it's a recognised computer qualification that many employers look for.
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 devices, software, and online tools confidently for everyday tasks.
You'll create, edit, and manage digital documents and files.
You'll communicate online safely using email and other digital tools.
You'll find, evaluate, and use information from the internet.
You'll understand how to stay safe online and protect your personal data.
You'll complete digital tasks relevant to work and daily life.
How you will learn
You'll learn through a blend of in-person sessions at Landmarks Nottingham and online study you can do in your own time. Assessment is through online tests set by City and Guilds. Your progress will be tracked throughout the course, and you'll sit the formal assessment when you're ready.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Landmarks Nottingham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: uses computers daily for documents, email, and data entry.
Receptionist: handles digital bookings, correspondence, and records.
Customer service assistant: communicates with customers via email and online systems.
Retail assistant: uses digital tills, stock systems, and online ordering.
Care assistant: records client information using digital care management tools.
Warehouse operative: uses digital scanners and stock management software.
Library assistant: supports customers with computers and online resources.
What you could study next
Level 2 Digital Functional Skills Qualification: the next step up, and the level that meets the digital literacy standard many employers look for.
Functional Skills English Level 1 or Level 2: strengthens your written communication alongside your digital skills.
Level 2 IT User Skills (ITQ): broader IT qualification covering a wider range of software and digital tasks.
