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Free Level 3 Computer Course in Barnsley

CostFREE
Duration36 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Computer Course in Barnsley. Classes run at Spectrum Community Health Centre, part-time during the day.

The course runs over 36 weeks and fits around other commitments. You'll build everyday digital skills, covering how to use devices safely, communicate online, handle information, and complete tasks using common software. It's open to adults aged 19 or over.

You'll finish with an Essential Digital Skills Entry Level 3 qualification from Gateway Qualifications.

Who this course is for

Adult education for anyone aged 19 or over

Entry requirements

An information, adivce and guidance session will be required. Please contact us for more information.

What you will learn

  • You'll use digital devices with confidence, including computers and tablets.
  • You'll stay safe online and protect your personal information.
  • You'll send and receive emails and communicate digitally.
  • You'll find, use, and store information online.
  • You'll complete everyday tasks using common software and apps.
  • You'll understand how to handle data responsibly.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Spectrum Community Health Centre. Learning is practical and activity-based. You'll be assessed through tasks and activities that reflect real digital situations. Before you start, you'll have an information, advice, and guidance session to make sure the course is right for you.

What you will need to bring

Spectrum Community Health Centre will confirm what you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Administrative assistant, uses computers daily for emails and documents.
  • Receptionist, handles digital bookings and communications.
  • Retail assistant, uses digital tills and stock systems.
  • Care worker, records information using digital systems.
  • Warehouse operative, uses handheld devices and digital logs.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills ICT Level 1, the next step up in digital skills for work.
  • Essential Digital Skills Level 1, builds on Entry Level 3 and covers more complex tasks.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths, useful alongside digital study for broader employability.
  • Level 2 IT User Skills, for those ready to develop more advanced computer skills.
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