Free Level 1 Digital Skills Course in York. Evening classes run at St. George's Roman Catholic Primary School, so you can fit study around your week. The course runs over 8 weeks, part-time. You'll build practical computer and internet skills and work toward a recognised digital skills qualification. A free digital skills course for adults looking to get more confident using technology at work or at home.
Who this course is for
Anyone who wants to improve their digital skills and gain a nationally recognised certificate.
What you will learn
You'll use a computer and manage files and folders.
You'll create and edit documents using word processing software.
You'll work with spreadsheets to organise and present information.
You'll browse the internet safely and evaluate online information.
You'll send and receive emails and manage an inbox.
You'll stay safe online and understand basic cybersecurity practices.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions in the evening. Teaching covers practical tasks on a computer, and you'll be assessed through skills-based exercises that test what you can do. Assessment is practical and task-based, reflecting the ICDL Certificate format.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St. George's Roman Catholic Primary School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator. Use digital skills in office and admin roles.
Receptionist. Handle emails, documents, and booking systems.
Customer service advisor. Communicate and log queries online.
Data entry clerk. Input and manage information accurately.
Retail assistant. Use digital tills and stock management systems.
Healthcare receptionist. Manage patient records and digital systems.
What you could study next
Level 2 Digital Skills Qualification. Builds on Level 1 and covers more advanced software and online tools.
Functional Skills ICT Level 2. A recognised qualification that can support further study or employment.
Level 2 Business Administration Certificate. Combines digital skills with wider office and workplace knowledge, useful for admin and coordinator roles.
