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Free Level 3 Computer Course in Grimsby – Grimsby Institute

CostFREE
Duration364 days
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Entry Level Computer Course in Grimsby. Classes run at Grimsby Institute, part-time during the day. This free computer course for adults runs over approximately one year, giving you time to build your digital skills at a manageable pace. You'll learn how to use devices, work online safely, handle digital information, and communicate using digital tools. These are the practical computer skills that employers across most sectors now expect.

Who this course is for

Adults

Entry requirements

https://grimsby.ac.uk/courses/digital-and-creative-industries/

What you will learn

  • You'll use digital devices confidently, including computers and tablets.
  • You'll navigate the internet and search for information online.
  • You'll stay safe online, including managing passwords and recognising risks.
  • You'll create, save, and manage digital files and documents.
  • You'll communicate using email and other digital tools.
  • You'll complete everyday digital tasks such as filling in online forms.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Grimsby Institute. Teaching is hands-on, with guided practice on computers. Your skills are assessed through practical tasks that reflect real digital activities. There is no written exam. Assessment is based on what you can do, not what you can recall under test conditions.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Grimsby Institute will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrator: most admin roles require basic computer skills
  • Receptionist: booking systems and email are core to the role
  • Retail assistant: stock and ordering systems are now digital
  • Care assistant: digital record-keeping is increasingly standard
  • Warehouse operative: many sites use digital picking and logging tools
  • Customer service advisor: handles queries via email and online systems

What you could study next

Once you complete this Entry Level 3 qualification, you could move on to a Level 1 Essential Digital Skills Qualification to develop your skills further. From there, a Level 2 Essential Digital Skills Qualification covers the standard that many employers look for. You could also explore Functional Skills qualifications in English or Maths at a similar level, which open up a wider range of further study and employment options.

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