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Free Level 2 Digital and IT Skills Course in Chesterfield – DBC Training Chesterfield

CostFREE
Duration120 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 2 Digital and IT Skills Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at DBC Training Chesterfield, full-time during the day.

The course is free for eligible learners aged 19 or over who are unemployed and not in full-time education. You'll build digital literacy and practical IT skills used in everyday working life. Topics include using devices and software, handling data, communicating online, and staying safe in digital environments. The course runs for around 120 hours of study.

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

Who this course is for

The Level 2 Certificate in Digital and IT Skills is a comprehensive qualification designed to equip participants with advanced digital literacy and proficiency in Information Technology (IT). This course covers a wide range of digital and IT skills essential for success in the modern workplace.

Entry requirements

  • 19+
  • Unemployed and not in full-time education
  • A British/EU citizen or have lived in the UK for 3 years or more

What you will learn

  • You'll use common software applications for word processing, spreadsheets, and presentations.
  • You'll manage files, folders, and data safely and efficiently.
  • You'll communicate professionally using email and online tools.
  • You'll understand how to stay safe online and protect personal data.
  • You'll search for, evaluate, and use digital information effectively.
  • You'll develop confidence using devices and operating systems in a workplace context.

How you will learn

You'll learn through tutor-led classroom sessions at the centre. Learning is practical and hands-on, with tasks and activities that reflect real workplace situations. Assessment is based on the work you produce throughout the course, including practical tasks and assignments that demonstrate your digital and IT skills.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. DBC Training Chesterfield will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Admin assistant, supports office teams with digital and administrative tasks.
  • Data entry clerk, inputs and manages records using IT systems.
  • Customer service advisor, handles queries and correspondence online and by phone.
  • Digital support worker, helps colleagues or clients with basic IT needs.
  • Receptionist, manages communications and scheduling using office software.
  • Office junior, carries out a range of digital and admin duties in a busy workplace.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Certificate or Diploma in Digital Skills, for learners who want to go deeper into IT and digital topics.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Business Administration qualification, combining digital skills with broader office and admin knowledge.
  • IT User qualifications from City and Guilds or a similar body, for learners focusing on specific software or systems.
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