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Free Level 2 Functional Skills Computer in Brent

CostFREE
Duration70 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyOCR awarding body

About this course

Free Level 2 Functional Skills Computer Course in Brent. Classes run at First Rung Colindale Centre on a part-time daytime basis, so you can fit study around other commitments. You'll build practical ICT skills that employers and further education providers look for, covering how to use digital technology confidently and independently across a range of everyday contexts. The course runs for 70 hours in total, with weekly classroom sessions. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm this is the right level for you.

Who this course is for

This course will help you prepare for life and work in the digital world.

You will learn practical skills in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) which will enable you to work confidently, effectively and independently and ensure you have the skills you need for employment and education.

Functional Skills ICT enables you to use technology in effectively and will allow you to confidently digital technology in a wide range of contexts.

You will attend weekly classroom based workshops where you trainer will support you to prepare for a end of course assessment.

What you will learn

  • You'll use common software applications to create, edit, and manage documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
  • You'll handle digital information safely, including understanding how to store, organise, and share files.
  • You'll communicate effectively online, including using email and other digital tools in a work context.
  • You'll search for, select, and evaluate information from the internet.
  • You'll identify and manage risks when using ICT, including basic online safety and data protection awareness.
  • You'll apply ICT skills independently to solve practical, real-world tasks.

How you will learn

You'll attend weekly classroom sessions at First Rung Colindale Centre. Learning is hands-on, with practical tasks that reflect real workplace and everyday digital situations. Assessment is through a written on-screen test and a practical skills-based assessment set by OCR. Both must be passed to achieve the qualification.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. First Rung Colindale Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrator: uses ICT daily for documents, email, and data entry.
  • Receptionist: manages digital records, bookings, and correspondence.
  • Customer service advisor: handles online queries and digital systems.
  • Data entry clerk: inputs and manages information using spreadsheets and databases.
  • Retail assistant: uses stock and payment systems requiring basic digital skills.
  • Healthcare support worker: records patient information using digital systems.
  • Teaching assistant: supports classroom use of technology and digital resources.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Functional Skills ICT: if you want to develop your digital skills further at a higher level.
  • Level 2 or 3 IT User qualification (such as a City and Guilds or Pearson iTQ): broader IT skills recognised by employers in office and admin roles.
  • Level 2 or 3 Business Administration qualification: combines ICT with wider workplace skills for office-based careers.
  • Digital marketing or data courses at Level 3: for those moving toward more specialist digital roles.

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