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Free Level 3 Computer Course in Kendal

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start21 Jan 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

Free Essential Digital Skills (Entry 3) in Kendal. Classes run at Kendal Library, part-time during the day.

The course is designed for people with little or no digital experience. No formal entry requirements are needed. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. Over 15 weeks, you'll learn practical skills for everyday life and work. Units cover making online appointments, video calls, managing payments, creating documents, and fixing basic device problems.

You'll finish with an Entry Level 3 Essential Digital Skills Qualification.

Who this course is for

The qualification provides learners with the essential digital skills which are needed in a wide range of situations in life and at work. For example, successful learners will be able to make appointments, order goods and services, organise payments using online platforms, conduct video calls, create, edit and save a range of documents, and troubleshoot basic problems on their device.

Entry requirements

The qualification is designed for students with little or no digital skills and there are no formal entry requirements. It is, however, useful for learners to be able to turn on and control a device, connect it to the internet and open browsers and applications. You will need to complete an initial assessment with the centre to ensure this is the right level of qualification for you. You may like to do the Basic IT skills workshop or the Introduction to IT before starting this course.

What you will learn

  • You'll make appointments and order goods and services using online platforms.
  • You'll conduct video calls confidently.
  • You'll create, edit, and save documents on a device.
  • You'll organise payments securely online.
  • You'll troubleshoot basic problems on your device.
  • You'll connect a device to the internet and use browsers and apps.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Kendal Library. The course uses practical tasks and activities to build your digital skills step by step. Assessment is ongoing and based on the work you complete during the course, so there are no formal written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Kendal Library will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Receptionist, uses online booking systems and email daily.
  • Retail assistant, handles digital tills and stock systems.
  • Care assistant, uses digital records and communication tools.
  • Admin assistant, creates and manages documents and spreadsheets.
  • Customer service advisor, handles online queries and video calls.

What you could study next

  • Functional Skills ICT Level 1, builds on your digital skills for work and study.
  • Essential Digital Skills Level 1, the next step up from this Entry Level qualification.
  • Level 2 IT User Skills, develops more advanced computer and software skills for employment.
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