How to learn digital skills for free*

Confidence with computers is vital in both life and work. Over 80% of job adverts list digital skills as essential and being online can make it easier to complete everyday tasks. Learn a new skill and give your CV a boost, with our digital skills courses.  

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From spreadsheets to social media

Learn the digital essentials across a range of topics, from using smartphones to mastering Excel spreadsheets. Our digital skills courses can help you use social media and the internet to find work opportunities and prepare job applications. Learn how to keep your data safe, create documents or start digital marketing.   

Beginners computer courses to IT qualifications

We offer different levels of computing courses. From short beginners’ courses, to full Level three IT qualifications employers want on your CV. There is a digital skills course for everyone. Best of all, they are free. 

Digital skills for work

Our digital training classes are part of a range of free courses for jobs. We’re here to help you learn the skills and knowledge you need to get into and thrive at work.   

Finding the right digital skills course

We know that everyone has a different range of skills, so our team will make sure you start at the right level for you and help you reach your goals.  

Gain the practical digital skills that will help you thrive in the online world. Whether you learn in a classroom or take an online course at home, our supportive tutors will get to up to speed. 

*Over 90% of applicants for skills courses do not need to pay a fee. Subject to status  - courses are free for unemployed people, job seekers and people on low wage. If you do not qualify you will be alerted during the application process.

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Pre-Entry Essential Digital Skills

This course is designed for individuals with little to no experience in using digital technology, providing essential skills for navigating today’s digital world. Participants will learn the basics of operating devices, accessing the internet, creating and managing email accounts, and using common software applications. The course also covers digital safety, including recognizing scams and protecting personal information online. Through hands-on activities and guided support, learners will build confidence in using technology for work, education, and daily tasks. Ideal for beginners, this course lays the foundation for further digital learning and opens doors to greater opportunities in a connected world.

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 10/01/2025 -
Fri 04/04/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Involve Wellbeing (Lincoln)
12 Mint Lane
Lincoln
LN1 1UD
Tutor:
Patrick O'Reilly
Course code:
Q00020058
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £100.80

Essential Digital Skills Level 1

Build your confidence using digital skills in your personal life and in the workplace. Understand how digital programmes and services can enhance your everyday life and simplify common tasks. Learn skills employers look for and improve your job prospects. If you’d like to learn digital skills for a better life, this course will teach you everything you need to know. This Level 1 digital skills course is suitable for improvers, as you will build upon your current digital device knowledge. Learn how to use the Microsoft Office programmes: create and edit text documents in Word, create spreadsheets and use number calculations in Excel, and use PowerPoint to create presentations. These are universal digital skills employers look for and can help you in a variety of job roles.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 13/01/2025 -
Mon 02/06/2025
Times:
12:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
17 sessions
Location:
Aaina Community Hub
Bath Road
Walsall
WS1 3BS
Tutor:
Ekta Vishrolia
Course code:
Q00019178
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
4 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry Essential Digital Skills: Understanding Your Computer

Understanding a computer: how to turn a laptop on and off, use its controls and functions, access the accessibility tools. To describe the difference between hardware and software, apps and programs.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 13/01/2025 -
Mon 03/02/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
The Shed (Warsop)
The Adam Eastwood Building
Wood Street, Warsop
Warsop
NG20 0AX
Tutor:
Kay Parker
Course code:
Q00020743
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £33.60

Entry Level Essential Digital Skills: Access to Digital

This Entry level Digital Skills course helps you get ready for studying and daily life. You will learn how to use Microsoft Teams to talk and work with others and Canvas VLE to find and manage your course materials. We will also show you how to use your smartphone and laptop for everyday tasks like emailing, storing files, fixing simple tech problems, and searching the internet. By the end of this course, you will feel confident using these digital tools, ready for your studies and daily life.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 13/01/2025 -
Mon 07/04/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
CREST (South Shields)
95 Fowler Street
South Shields
NE33 1NU
Tutor:
Susan Jones
Course code:
Q00020005
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

Membership Information

Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Using Canvas to Learn

Studying online is a fun and effective way to learn. This course will teach you to use Canvas so that you can get the most out of WEA courses. You’ll learn digital skills to support you to study WEA online courses. This Canvas course is ideal for you if you’re considering taking a WEA course but feel unsure of your digital skills. It’s appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is new to you.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 14/01/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
WEA (Leicester)
101 Hinckley Road
Leicester
LE3 0TD
Tutor:
Mariam Sidat
Course code:
Q00017223
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £16.80

Confidence to Learn: Preparation for Award in Digital Promotion for Business Level 2

Get to the core of how to build or promote a business with this digital marketing course. Digital promotion activities such as online and social media marketing can help you support your company’s growth or build your own business. Get first-hand knowledge of key business activities that promote growth. Gain a clear understanding of digital marketing practices with this preparatory digital skills course. It’s ideal for flexible learning as you can choose topics that interest you from a variety of units. Pick up crucial skills for employment that can help you in any sector and build skills for your CV.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 14/01/2025 -
Tue 28/01/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Karen Duncan
Course code:
Q00017630
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
6 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £27.75

Pre-Entry Digital Skills: Intermediate Part 1

Use Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Word to create letters, posters, and tables. Learn to use Outlook to email files as attachments and Canvas to upload your work. By the end, you'll be prepared for further online learning and gain skills that enhance your employability. Designed to equip you with practical digital skills, making you more efficient and proficient in using essential office software. Provides valuable tools for success in the digital age for personal development or career advancement. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority. Participants must live in Coventry Area Postcodes CV1 to CV6 inclusive.

Course Information

Dates:
Wed 15/01/2025 -
Wed 12/02/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Watch Charity Ltd (Coventry)
10-12 Victoria Street
Coventry
CV1 5LZ
Tutor:
Shirley Bate
Course code:
Q00015616
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £52.50

Beginners Microsoft Word and PowerPoint Skills

This Beginners Microsoft Word and PowerPoint course will teach you how to create attractive presentations that you can use in the workplace to present to colleagues or for personal use for create a slide show for family or friends.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 20/01/2025 -
Mon 24/02/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Mark Turk
Course code:
Q00020710
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40

Beginners Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet Skills

This Beginners Microsoft Excel Spreadsheets course will teach you how to enter, edit and delete data in spreadsheet cells. Use formulas to automatically do calculations and save time. Format, sort and filter data and create a chart.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 20/01/2025 -
Mon 24/02/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Mark Turk
Course code:
Q00020712
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £44.40

Pre-Entry Digital Skills: Intermediate Part 1

Use Microsoft Office 365 and Microsoft Word to create letters, posters, and tables. Learn to use Outlook to email files as attachments and Canvas to upload your work. By the end, you'll be prepared for further online learning and gain skills that enhance your employability. Designed to equip you with practical digital skills, making you more efficient and proficient in using essential office software. Provides valuable tools for success in the digital age for personal development or career advancement. This course is funded by the West Midlands Combined Authority. Participants must live in Coventry Area Postcodes CV1 to CV6 inclusive.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 21/01/2025 -
Tue 11/02/2025
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
4 sessions
Location:
Foleshill Women's Training (Coventry)
70-72 Elmsdale Avenue
Foleshill
Coventry
CV6 6ES
Tutor:
Humera Mehrban
Course code:
Q00015615
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
9 places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £42.00