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First Steps with Computers (SD) Castle House, Scarborough
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Course Content
The course will provide a simple hands-on introduction for those who are new to using a computer, accessing the Internet and basic text entry.
The course will help you to:
• Practice keyboard and mouse skills
• Create, store and retrieve a file
• Create a folder on the computer
• Get started with Emails
• Recognise common computer terminology
• Improve computer safety and security
• Identify symbols and icons on screen
• Recognise computer hardware and software
• Use video conferencing for learning (remote course only)
During the course, you will work on activities set by your teacher in a socially distanced computer room. Further details of the Covid compliant access and required actions to ensure everyone’s safety, will be sent to you prior to the course start.
To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August 2021 and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live and we will check that at enrolment stage and may contact you for further information or refer you to alternative provision.
There are no IT entry requirements; this course is suitable for those who are new to using IT.
You may wish to bring a notepad and pen for making notes and a memory stick for saving work.
Your teacher will give verbal and written feedback throughout the course.
You will receive an ALSS certificate of achievement on successful completion of this course and improved confidence in using a computer.
Your teacher will discuss progression options and these may include Next Steps to Computing, Functional ICT, Essentials Digital Skills, or the ECDL / ICDL.
06995CL
08/11/2021
06/12/2021
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday
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Concessions may be available based on income and benefit status

Helping you financially

  • English, maths and computing courses (up to level 1) are FREE subject to eligibility (adult learners aged 19+ at 31st August 2024)
  • Reduced course fees for non-qualification courses if you receive a qualifying benefit.
  • Qualification courses at Level 2 or below are FREE if your income is below £25,000
  • Discretionary Learner Support funding relating to cover fees, books etc (qualifications only) T&C apply.
  • Pay for your course in instalments via direct debit (over £100), ask for details.
  • 19+ Advanced Learner Loans for Level 3 courses and above – no repayments until you earn over £25,000

If you are unsure on what price you should pay, please contact us on 01609 536066 or email adultlearningservice@northyorks.gov.uk