Free Entry Level Computer Course in Street. Classes run at Strode College, part-time during the day. The course runs over 12 weeks at a manageable pace, making it practical for anyone fitting study around other commitments. You'll build the digital skills used in everyday life and work, from using devices and the internet to communicating online and staying safe. This is a free computer course for adults looking to gain a recognised computer qualification.
Who this course is for
UCS College Group offers a wide range of courses across its four colleges and also offsite.
Courses cover many areas and can be used for different purposes
such as furthering personal development and career opportunities.
They can also be for recreational purposes. For individual
course details please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected]
Entry requirements
Entry Requirements vary depending on the course, please refer to the college website or E-mail [email protected] for details.
What you will learn
You'll use digital devices with more confidence, including computers and tablets.
You'll navigate the internet to find and check information.
You'll send and receive emails and communicate online.
You'll create and save simple documents and files.
You'll stay safe online, including protecting personal information.
You'll use everyday apps and software for practical tasks.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Strode College. Assessment is practical and task-based, showing what you can do rather than sitting a written exam. You'll complete activities and tasks that reflect real digital situations, and your tutor will assess your work as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Strode College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Administrator: uses computers daily for documents and email.
Receptionist: handles digital bookings, messages, and records.
Care assistant: digital record-keeping is increasingly required.
Retail assistant: stock systems and digital tills are standard.
Warehouse operative: many roles use digital scanning and logging.
Customer service advisor: online tools and email are core to the role.
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 1: builds on your entry level computer certificate and develops broader digital skills.
Essential Digital Skills Level 1: the next step up from Entry Level 3, recognised by employers.
Functional Skills English or Maths Entry Level 3: pair digital skills with literacy or numeracy to strengthen your job applications.
Level 1 Certificate in IT User Skills (ITQ): a broader computer qualification covering a wider range of software and tasks.
