Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in Barking and Dagenham. Classes run at Adult College of Barking and Dagenham, part-time during the day. The course runs for 11 weeks and covers the essential digital skills you need to use devices, the internet, and everyday software with confidence. You'll learn at a manageable pace, which works well if you're fitting study around family, work, or other commitments. The course is free for adults aged 19 or over.
Who this course is for
This course is for anyone who is 19+ and interested in this subject.
What you will learn
You'll use a device safely, including a computer, tablet, or smartphone.
You'll manage files and folders on a device.
You'll send and receive emails and communicate online.
You'll search for information online and judge whether sources are reliable.
You'll stay safe online and protect your personal information.
You'll use everyday software for tasks such as writing documents or filling in forms.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions with a tutor. Activities are practical and hands-on, so you apply skills as you go. Assessment is ongoing throughout the course. You'll complete tasks and activities that show what you can do, rather than sitting a formal exam at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Adult College of Barking and Dagenham will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator, using computers and email in an office role
Receptionist, handling digital bookings and correspondence
Care assistant, using digital records and communication tools
Retail assistant, using digital tills and stock systems
Customer service advisor, handling online queries and systems
Warehouse operative, using digital tracking and reporting tools
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 1, the next step up in digital skills for work and study.
Essential Digital Skills Qualification Level 1, a Gateway Qualifications course that builds on Entry Level 3.
Functional Skills English or Maths at Entry Level 3 or Level 1, useful if you want to strengthen your core skills alongside your digital training.
Level 2 courses in Business Administration or Customer Service, which combine digital skills with broader workplace training.
