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Free Level 2 Digital Skills Course in Bideford

CostFREE
Duration54 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start29 Mar 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Computer Course in Bideford. Classes run at Learn Devon Bideford Arts Centre, part-time during the day.

You'll need to be confident with digital and IT skills before you start. The course covers word processing, presentation software, and spreadsheet software. You complete two units from three to gain the full qualification. Around 54 hours of study in total.

You'll finish with a Gateway Qualifications Award in Digital and IT Skills at Level 2.

Who this course is for

If you are already confident with Office applications and want to build on your knowledge and skills, this course is ideal for you. This is a Level 2 course and is a considerable commitment as you will need to complete 2 units out of 3 to gain the full qualification. (word processing software, presentation software, spreadsheet software)

Entry requirements

You should already be confident with your Digital and IT skills before enrolling on this course and you may already have completed a Level 1 IT course or equivalent. We will ask you to complete an initial assessment before you start the course to make sure this is the right course for you

What you will learn

  • You'll create and format documents using word processing software.
  • You'll build and deliver presentations using presentation software.
  • You'll work with data and formulas using spreadsheet software.
  • You'll apply your skills across at least two of these software areas to meet the qualification requirements.

How you will learn

Classes are small, with no more than 12 learners per group. You'll learn in a classroom setting with tutor support throughout. Assessment is unit-based: you complete two units from a choice of three. Each unit is assessed through practical tasks that demonstrate your skills in the software you have studied.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Learn Devon Bideford Arts Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrator, handles documents, spreadsheets, and presentations in an office role.
  • Data entry clerk, inputs and manages information using spreadsheet software.
  • Receptionist, uses office software to support day-to-day business tasks.
  • Customer service advisor, communicates and records information using digital tools.
  • Library assistant, uses IT systems to support members of the public.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Award or Certificate in IT, a step up for those wanting to develop more advanced digital skills.
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths, useful if you want to strengthen core skills alongside your computer qualification.
  • IT User NVQ Level 3, recognised by employers for more specialist IT roles.
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