Free Level 2 Computer Course in Halesowen. Classes run at Barnardo's Midlands ETS as part of a 16-19 Study Programme, with no entry requirements. Over 52 hours of classroom-based daytime study, you'll build practical ICT skills covering everyday computer use, digital communication, and handling information. A level 2 computer qualification like this is recognised by employers across most sectors, and completing it earns you a computer certificate at Level 2.
Who this course is for
16-19 Study Programme.
Entry requirements
No entry requirements, completed as part of a 16-19 Study Programme if required.
What you will learn
You'll use common software applications to create, edit, and format documents.
You'll manage files and folders on a computer or digital device.
You'll send and receive emails and communicate effectively online.
You'll search for, select, and evaluate information from the internet.
You'll handle data using spreadsheets or databases.
You'll identify and manage risks when using ICT, including staying safe online.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions during the day. Assessment for Functional Skills ICT Level 2 is by a formal on-screen or written test set by City and Guilds. You'll need to demonstrate that you can use ICT independently and effectively to complete set tasks. Your tutor will prepare you for the assessment throughout the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Barnardo's Midlands ETS will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: uses computers daily for documents, email, and data
Data entry clerk: accurate keyboard and spreadsheet skills required
Receptionist: digital communication and file management every day
Retail assistant: stock systems and digital tills increasingly standard
Customer service advisor: email, online systems, and CRM tools
Healthcare support worker: patient record systems require basic ICT
Warehouse operative: digital stock and logistics systems widely used
What you could study next
Level 3 IT qualifications (such as a BTEC or City and Guilds Level 3 in IT) if you want to move into technical or IT support roles.
Level 2 or Level 3 Business Administration qualifications, which combine ICT with office and workplace skills.
Functional Skills Maths or English at Level 2, if you need to complete those alongside your ICT study.
