Free Essential Digital Skills Course in Wellingborough. Classes run full-time during the day at Tresham College Wellingborough Campus. This is a one-year entry level computer course covering the digital skills that employers and everyday life now expect. You'll build practical ability across devices, online communication, and handling information safely. You'll have an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. The centre will use it to plan your learning.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll use devices and software to complete everyday tasks
You'll communicate online using email and messaging tools
You'll find, use, and share information safely on the internet
You'll handle personal data and understand basic online safety
You'll create and save documents and files
You'll use digital tools relevant to work and daily life
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Tresham College Wellingborough Campus. Assessment is practical and task-based, reflecting real digital activities. You'll demonstrate your skills by completing set tasks rather than sitting a written exam. Your tutor will guide you through each area of the qualification during your daytime classes.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Tresham College Wellingborough Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk - inputting and managing information on computer systems
Receptionist - using email, booking systems, and office software daily
Retail assistant - handling digital tills, stock systems, and online orders
Care assistant - completing digital records and using care management systems
Warehouse operative - using handheld devices and digital stock tools
Customer service advisor - communicating with customers via email and online platforms
What you could study next
Functional Skills ICT Level 1 - develops your digital skills further toward a nationally recognised Level 1 standard
Essential Digital Skills Level 1 - the next step up from Entry Level 3, covering more complex digital tasks
Functional Skills English or Maths Level 1 - often studied alongside digital qualifications to strengthen your overall employability
Level 2 IT User Skills (ITQ) - a broader computer qualification recognised by employers across many sectors
