Start Date
11 Sep 2024 
Study Hours
Part Time
Duration
9 weeks 
Campus
City Skills Centre Course Overview
This non-accredited course runs from City Skills Centre, each Wednesday, 12:45 – 15:15 for 9 weeks, starting on 11 September and finishing on 13 November 2024.
This is a tutor led beginner’s course. This course is suitable for those who have only a little or no experience of using a computer
What You'll Learn
Year 1
During this course you will learn:
– Identify key computer hardware and software
– Keyboard skills
– Using the Desktop
– Creating, editing and saving files
– Using a search engine effectively
– Using email to send and receive
– Using word processing software to create simple documents
– Keeping safe online
Entry Requirements
This course is designed as an introduction to computing skills and is suitable for those that have not completed a computing course or used a computer before.
You must be aged 19+ and be able to complete a short workbook on a weekly basis with the help of your tutor.
How you will be assessed
There are no formal assessments, exams or coursework. Your tutor will informally assess your progress each week.
You will receive a certificate of course completion based on your progress in class and attendance.
Course Fees
Tuition fees
Total Fees: £90.00
Additional Costs
The cost of the course is £90.00. However, you will not be required to pay a fee for this course if you are in receipt of one of the following benefits:
– Universal Credit
– JSA or ESA (Employment and Support Allowance Work Related Action Group)
There will be no fees if you earn less than £25,000.
Disclaimer
Course and Career progression
You can only complete this course once.
On completion of this course, you may progress onto our Introduction to Computing Improvers course or one of the other Adult Engagement and Progression courses. Your tutor will advise and discuss the various progression routes available to you. You can also access the College Careers Team to support your progression.
What Happens Next
Apply online via the College website. You will be contacted to attend an interview if required or sent a conditional offer according to the course’s entry requirements. You will then be invited to enrol for your chosen course.