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Essential Digital Skills Level 1
Course details
Course code
Q00019178Course date
Number of classes
18 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Ekta VishroliaFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
OnlineLevel of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
Learn how to stay safe online, including how to store files and folders securely and protect your personal information. Understand how to use cloud storage and how to overcome common problems that occur on digital devices. Learn to fix common problems that arise. Explore appropriate ways to communicate online for life and work. This digital skills course takes around 50 hours to complete. The aim is to improve your digital skills for learning, life, and work. It can help you in your everyday life, studies, and also to progress to job roles that require digital skills. You will do an online assessment to get your certificate. When you complete this course, you can progress to a Level 2 Certificate in Digital Skills for Work. You can also do other related qualifications at Level 2, for example Employability Skills or other computer courses. Your tutor will be there to advise you on your progression options and make sure you pick the right course for you. If you have any accessibility requirements, please let us know. We’re committed to helping you access and enjoy adult education. If there’s something we can do to help you, we will. You’ll need access to the internet and a digital device to do this course. Our tutors use the WEA’s digital learning portal, Canvas, to send you important information and tasks. You’ll also access video meetings through online software. The WEA specialises in teaching adults. We want you to enjoy your studies, that’s why our tutors take great care t
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What financial support is available?
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We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.
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What other support is available?
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All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.
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