Digital Skills: The Essentials

What is the course about?

Whether you’re new to using a computer, tablet or smartphone, this course will help you develop the knowledge you need to use technology safely and effectively in everyday life. 

What topics will we cover? 

• How to turn on and use a device. 

• Connect to Wi-Fi.

• Browse the internet. 

• Set up and use email. 

• Online safety. 

• Protecting your personal information.

• Using passwords.

• Accessing public services online.

By the end of the course you should be able to:  

• How to use a device.

• Stay connected and use emails. 

• Find information online.

• Stay safe online. 

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?  

What kind of activities will I be doing? 

This is a hands-on, practical course with lots of support from your tutor.  

You’ll build your digital confidence at your own pace, with the chance to ask questions and practise what you learn in a relaxed setting. 

You will need to do practice outside the classroom.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I will I need to bring? Where can I get this? What do we provide? 

You will need a pen, paper and a file to keep your work in. Your tutor will provide handouts. 

What could I do next? 

You can progress onto: 

Becoming confident in Google and email (E2),