Level 1 Functional Skills Computer Course in Newham. Classes run at The Diaspora Community Projects. You'll build the practical ICT skills needed to use technology confidently at work, in education, and in everyday life. The course runs full-time during the day and typically takes one month to complete. There are no age restrictions, and no prior qualifications are required to enrol. You'll have an initial assessment to confirm Level 1 is the right starting point.
Who this course is for
Functional Skills ICT qualifications are designed to give learners the skills to operate confidently, effectively and independently in education, work and everyday life. They have been created in response to employers’ perceptions that many learners are not achieving a sufficiently firm grounding in the basics
Entry requirements
There are no age restrictions for this qualification
What you will learn
You'll use a computer, keyboard, and mouse to complete everyday tasks
You'll create, save, and manage files and folders
You'll use word processing software to write and format documents
You'll send and receive emails and communicate online safely
You'll search for information online and judge whether sources are reliable
You'll understand basic online safety and how to protect personal data
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at The Diaspora Community Projects. Assessment is through a practical task-based test, where you demonstrate your ICT skills directly. There is no written exam. Your tutor will guide you through the skills before you sit the assessment.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The Diaspora Community Projects will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Data entry clerk: inputting and managing records using computers
Receptionist: handling emails, documents, and booking systems
Retail assistant: using point-of-sale and stock management software
Care assistant: completing digital care records and communications
Warehouse operative: using handheld devices and computer systems
Customer service advisor: responding to queries via email and online tools
What you could study next
Level 2 Functional Skills Qualification in ICT: the next step up, covering more complex digital tasks and recognised by many employers as a solid ICT foundation.
Level 2 Functional Skills in English or Maths: often studied alongside or after ICT to strengthen your overall employability.
Level 2 IT User Skills (ITQ): a broader qualification covering a wider range of software and digital tools.
