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Entry Level Digital Skills: Google - How to use Google Workspace

Discover the wonderful world of Google Workspace (formerly G Suite): This short taster course will introduce you to the basics of Google Workspace including an overview of how to create and implement it and what you can do with Google Workspace. You will learn how to use and get the most from Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Meet, Keep, Forms, Gmail, and other apps in Google’s Workspace productivity suite. Whether you have studied the content before or are completely new to it, You will find value on this programme. You do not need any special tools to attend, just yourself and some enthusiasm. Start your Google Workspace journey today by registering for this course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 10/06/2025 -
Tue 08/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Peter Brown
Course code:
Q00017448
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Functional Skills Qualification in English (Entry 3)

Continue developing your English skills to open doors to work and study opportunities. This entry 3 functional skills course helps you learn English skills employers look for. Gain practical skills to improve your reading, writing, and verbal communication in English. Strengthen your writing skills and learn reading techniques to help you tackle everyday situations at work or while studying. This adult English course helps you develop your language skills through real-life situations. Functional Skills entry 3 is a government-funded accredited English course for adults. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 10/06/2025 -
Thu 17/07/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
18 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Ekta Vishrolia
Course code:
Q00018352
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

Using Digital Devices efficiently

In today’s fast-paced, technology-driven world, digital devices are essential for both personal and professional success. "Using Digital Devices Efficiently" is a course designed to help you harness the full potential of your devices—whether smartphones, tablets, laptops, or desktop computers. This course will teach you how to use digital devices more effectively and streamline your daily tasks for maximum productivity. You will learn how to navigate common operating systems, manage apps and software, organize files, and improve your digital security. Additionally, we’ll explore the best practices for multitasking, time management, and online collaboration, all while ensuring a smooth, efficient experience across various platforms and devices.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 10/06/2025 -
Tue 15/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
6 sessions
Location:
Woodlands Community Library and Hub (Don
Windmill Balk Lane
Woodlands
Doncaster
DN6 7SF
Tutor:
Mark Turk
Course code:
Q00021611
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Functional Skills Qualification in Mathematics (Level 1)

Work towards GCSE-level maths skills with this functional skills level 1 course. Progress your maths skills to help you access work and study opportunities. Functional maths improves your numeracy skills through real-life situations. Learn maths in context. Develop practical maths skills to help you in everyday situations such as organising your personal budget or applying discounts when shopping. This level 1 functional skills maths course can help you get a GCSE-equivalent qualification in maths. You’ll learn practical maths skills employers look for. Functional Skills qualifications are free if you don't already have a GCSE in English or Maths at grades A*-C, or 4-9. We'll check your level and any previous qualifications before you start. This ensures you are on the correct course.

Course Information

Dates:
Fri 13/06/2025 -
Fri 29/08/2025
Times:
9:30am - 12:30pm
Duration:
34 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Isbah Tehreem
Course code:
Q00020150
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
Free

WEA Membership

WEA membership is changing: more information is coming soon!

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Duration:
12 months
Fee:
£15

Employability CEIAG

In this course you will learn about the responsibilities and expectations required of school staff as well as understand employment options available. This will enable you to make informed choices about the work experience and longer term schools based employment options available to you. You will also learn about the behaviour and responsibilities expected of school staff. Schools benefit from a variety of different staff that support the learning and welfare of pupils. In addition to the main teacher in each classroom, there are many other jobs inside and outside of lessons that contribute to how a school runs and how pupils learn. These jobs are typically called support roles, and make up half of the workforce in schools.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/06/2025 -
Wed 18/06/2025
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
St Pauls Learning Centre (Bristol)
94 Grosvenor Road
St Pauls
Bristol
BS2 8XJ
Tutor:
Andrew Read
Course code:
Q00011605
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £30.00

Pre Entry Digital Skills

Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you. Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/06/2025 -
Wed 18/06/2025
Times:
10:00am - 2:00pm
Duration:
3 sessions
Location:
WEA York Court (Bristol)
7 York Court
Wilder Street
Bristol
BS2 8QH
Tutor:
Yas Hussain
Course code:
Q00021350
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £50.40

Level 1 Essential Digital Skills: Intermediate Word Processing and PowerPoint skills

This Intermediate Microsoft 365 Word and PowerPoint course is aimed at Beginners with some basic knowledge of documents and Presentations who want to improve and learn further skills. What would improved digital skills mean for your career or everyday life? No matter what your job role is, the chances are your day-to-day life would be easier with enhanced computer skills. This knowledge can help you in a wide variety of routine situations. These can include creating CVs and helping your kids with their homework. Creating a presentation for an interview. You will learn how to enhance your documents with formatting, styles, images, Emoji’s, and a variety of Word templates. Review with the Word Editor. Create a table and a list. Enhance your documents using a variety of templates.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/06/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Mark Turk
Course code:
Q00021556
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Level 1 Essential Digital Skills: Intermediate Excel Spreadsheet skills

This Intermediate Microsoft 365 Excel course is aimed at Beginners with some basic knowledge of Spreadsheets who want to improve and learn further skills. You will learn how to enhance your spreadsheet with formatting, images, and shapes. Sort and filter data. Customise a template. Create a chart that you can use in the workplace to present to colleagues or use for personal finances, budgets or creating a list of items and values.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/06/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Mark Turk
Course code:
Q00021557
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Level 1 Essential Digital Skills: Intermediate Photo Editing skills

This Intermediate Pixlr Online Photo Editor course is aimed at Beginners with some basic knowledge of photo editing who would like to learn further skills. Or perhaps you are a keen amateur photographer and would like to improve your images. You will learn how to enhance your images by adding a variety of Pixlr built in effects and adjustments. Add and customize text colour, style, border and curve the text. Pick colours in an image to paint with. Remove unwanted marks and objects using a variety of tools. Clone areas in an image. Combine and manipulate images. Replacing colours and use layers. Learn how to repair an old photograph using various techniques.

Course Information

Dates:
Mon 16/06/2025 -
Mon 14/07/2025
Times:
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Online
Tutor:
Mark Turk
Course code:
Q00021559
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £37.00

Setting up and Arts and Crafts Business

This micro course is designed for those who want to explore how to turn their creativity into a business. The course will outline the very basics of what you need to know in order to set up, and start running, a successful arts and crafts business whether creating and selling unique artwork, unique home décor, or jewellery. The course covers how to identify and define your niche within the arts and crafts sector; the basics of pricing products to ensure profitability; key steps to setting up an online shop or selling at local markets; simple marketing techniques to attract customers, including using social media. This course is perfect for beginners and requires no prior business knowledge. By the end of the session, you will have a clear understanding of the first steps needed to launch their arts and crafts venture and make your creative passions profitable.

Course Information

Dates:
Tue 17/06/2025 -
Tue 17/06/2025
Location:
Online
Course code:
Q00021675
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee:
£18.50