Free Level 1 Computer Course in Kettering. Classes run at Tresham College Kettering Campus, full-time during the day. The course runs over one year and covers the essential digital skills you need for everyday life and work. You'll build practical knowledge of using devices, handling information online, communicating digitally, and staying safe on the internet. This free computer course is a solid foundation for roles that need basic digital confidence. It's awarded by Gateway Qualifications.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
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 Tresham College Kettering Campus. Assessment is practical and task-based, testing what you can do with real digital tools rather than written exams. You'll be assessed on your ability to complete digital tasks across the areas covered by the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Kettering Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk: entering and managing information on computer systems.
Receptionist: handling emails, bookings, and digital records.
Retail assistant: using digital tills, stock systems, and online tools.
Care assistant: completing digital care records and communications.
Customer service advisor: responding to customers via email and online platforms.
Administrator: supporting office teams with documents and digital tasks.
What you could study next
Level 2 Essential Digital Skills Qualification: the next step up, covering more complex digital tasks and recognised by more employers.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Level 1 or Level 2: often studied alongside digital skills to strengthen your overall employability.
Level 2 IT User Skills (ITQ): a broader computer qualification covering a wider range of software and digital tools.
