Free Entry Level 3 Computer Course in Manchester. Classes run at Forum Learning, part-time during the day. The course runs for 13 weeks and covers the essential digital skills adults use at home and at work. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure the Entry Level 3 is the right level for you. Topics include using devices, handling information online, communicating digitally, and staying safe on the internet. This is a free computer course for adults who want to build practical, everyday digital skills.
Who this course is for
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Entry requirements
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What you will learn
You'll use digital devices with more confidence, including computers, tablets, and smartphones.
You'll find, manage, and store information online.
You'll communicate with others using email and digital tools.
You'll create and edit basic digital documents.
You'll stay safe online, including protecting personal information.
You'll recognise and respond to common online risks.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Forum Learning. Assessment is practical and task-based. You'll complete activities that show you can use digital tools in everyday situations. There is no written exam. Your tutor will observe and record what you can do as you work through each area of the qualification.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Forum Learning will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: use digital tools for emails, documents, and data entry.
Receptionist: manage bookings and communications online.
Retail assistant: use digital tills, stock systems, and ordering tools.
Care assistant: complete digital records and communicate with teams.
Warehouse operative: use digital tracking and reporting systems.
Customer service advisor: handle queries via email and online platforms.
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 1: the next step up in digital skills, recognised by many employers.
Essential Digital Skills Level 1 (Gateway Qualifications): builds directly on Entry Level 3 and covers more complex digital tasks.
Level 2 IT User Skills (ECDL or equivalent): a broader computer qualification suited to office and admin roles.
