Free Level 1 Computer Course in Sheffield. Classes run at The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus, part-time during the day. The course runs over one year, giving you time to build your digital skills at a manageable pace. It suits anyone fitting study around other commitments, such as caring responsibilities or part-time work. You'll cover the core digital skills that employers and everyday life now expect. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you.
Who this course is for
The Sheffield College is a thriving further education college situated in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. We have 4 main campuses across the city, including our City Campus, Hillsborough Campus, Olive Grove Campus and Peaks Campus. We offer a wide range of Apprenticeships, vocational courses, A Levels, professional courses and university level courses. Please go to our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk for full details.
Entry requirements
Please check our website for the most up-to-date entry requirement for this course.
What you will learn
You'll use devices such as computers and tablets safely and confidently.
You'll create, edit and save documents, spreadsheets and presentations.
You'll communicate online using email and video calls.
You'll search for information online and judge whether sources are reliable.
You'll stay safe online, including managing passwords and recognising scams.
You'll use everyday digital tools for tasks such as form-filling and online services.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Hillsborough Campus. Learning is hands-on, working directly on computers during class time. You'll be assessed through practical tasks that show what you can do with digital tools. There are no written exams. Your progress is measured against set standards at Level 1.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Sheffield College Hillsborough Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Office administrator: uses digital tools for documents and email daily.
Receptionist: handles online bookings, emails and digital records.
Retail assistant: many roles now use digital tills and stock systems.
Care assistant: digital record-keeping is increasingly standard in care settings.
Warehouse operative: stock and logistics systems are largely digital.
Customer service advisor: handles queries via email, chat and online systems.
What you could study next
Level 2 Essential Digital Skills: the next step up, covering more advanced digital tasks and recognised by more employers.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 1 or Level 2: often taken alongside or after digital skills to strengthen your overall employability.
Level 2 IT User Skills (ITQ): a broader computer qualification covering software applications in more depth.
