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Free Level 3 Computer Course in Carlisle

CostFREE
Duration15 weeks
LevelEntry Level
DeliveryClassroom based
Start11 Mar 2027
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyGateway Qualifications awarding body
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About this course

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

The course is designed for people with little or no digital experience. Over 15 weeks, you'll build practical skills for everyday life and work. You'll learn to make online appointments, order goods, manage payments, join video calls, and create and save documents. You'll also learn how to fix basic problems on your device.

You'll complete an initial assessment to make sure this is the right level for you. You finish with an Entry Level 3 Essential Digital Skills qualification from Gateway Qualifications.

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

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Upperby CDC Carlisle. Learning is hands-on and practical, covering real tasks you'd carry out online. Assessment is based on completing tasks that demonstrate your digital skills. There are no written exams.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Upperby CDC Carlisle will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Receptionist, uses online booking and communication tools daily.
  • Retail assistant, handles digital payments and stock systems.
  • Care assistant, uses digital records and communication platforms.
  • Administrator, creates and manages documents and emails.
  • Customer service advisor, handles online queries and video calls.

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 with more advanced tasks.
  • Level 1 IT User Skills, broadens your computer qualification for office and admin roles.
  • Functional Skills English or Maths Level 1, useful alongside a digital skills course if you want to strengthen core skills for employment.
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