Free Level 1 Computer Course in Cannock. Classes run at Nova Training Cannock. You'll develop practical ICT skills across a 13-week full-time daytime programme. The course covers core digital tasks including working with files, using software, and communicating online. A level 1 computer qualification shows employers you can handle everyday technology with confidence. Entry is open to learners aged 16 to 18; you'll have an initial assessment to confirm the level is right for you.
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 common software applications to create and edit documents
You'll manage files and folders on a computer
You'll communicate and share information online safely
You'll search for and evaluate information from digital sources
You'll understand how to stay safe and protect personal data online
You'll use ICT tools to solve straightforward everyday tasks
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nova Training Cannock. Assessment is task-based: you'll complete practical ICT tasks that demonstrate your skills. There is no written exam. Your work is assessed against the City and Guilds Functional Skills standard for Level 1.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nova Training Cannock will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: handles documents, emails, and data entry daily
Receptionist: uses computers for bookings, records, and correspondence
Retail assistant: processes transactions and stock using digital systems
Customer service advisor: manages queries via email and online tools
Warehouse operative: uses computer systems for stock and dispatch
Care worker: records client information on digital care platforms
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 2: the next step up, covering more complex digital tasks and recognised by many employers alongside GCSE-level requirements.
Level 2 Diploma in IT User Skills (ITQ): broader qualification covering a wider range of software and digital tools.
Level 2 Certificate in Digital Skills: builds on your level 1 computer certificate and opens doors to office and admin roles.
