Free Level 1 Functional Skills Computer in Nottingham
CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 1
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding body
About this course
Free Level 1 Functional Skills Computer Course in Nottingham. Classes run at Nethergate Academy. Students are assessed at the start to confirm Level 1 is the right fit. The course covers practical ICT skills for everyday life and work, from using devices and software to handling information online. It typically takes two years of full-time daytime study. You'll earn a functional skills computer certificate recognised for its practical, real-world focus.
Who this course is for
The qualification is suitable for learners who wish to be recognized for their achievement of a wide range of practical ICT skills for use in every day life.
Entry requirements
All students enrolled on this course are following a post-16 pathway at Nethergate and have an EHCP.
No specific entry requirements but students will be assessed at working towards Level 1.
What you will learn
You'll use common software applications to create, edit, and organise documents.
You'll handle and present information using spreadsheets and other digital tools.
You'll communicate safely and effectively online, including using email.
You'll search for, select, and use information from the internet.
You'll understand how to stay safe and protect personal data when using technology.
You'll manage and store digital files in an organised way.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Nethergate Academy, with hands-on practice using computers and digital tools. Assessment for the OCR Level 1 Functional Skills ICT Qualification is task-based, testing your ability to apply practical ICT skills in realistic scenarios. You'll be assessed at the start of the course to confirm the level is right for you.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Nethergate Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk: inputting and managing information on computer systems.
Receptionist: using office software, email, and booking systems daily.
Retail assistant: handling digital tills, stock systems, and online orders.
Customer service advisor: communicating via email and digital platforms.
Warehouse administrator: recording stock and orders using computer systems.
Care worker: completing digital records and communicating with teams online.
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in ICT: the next step up, covering more complex digital tasks and recognised by many employers alongside GCSE-level requirements.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths: broadens your core skills alongside ICT, which many employers and further education courses ask for together.
Level 2 vocational qualifications in Business Administration or Customer Service: build on your ICT skills in a workplace context.
