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Introduction to computers (SD) Selby
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Course Content

Course Content

This course aims to help develop confidence in using your own computer and is ideal for people who have some knowledge of basic computing and word processing but wish to develop their skills further for personal use or work.

The course will help you to:
• Create, store and retrieve a word processed document
• Apply basic formatting to text in a word processed document
• Recognise common computer terminology
• Practice keyboard and mouse skills
• Improve computer safety and security
• Develop skills for learning online including sharing your screen and viewing your teacher’s screen

During the course you will be supported to work on documents of your own choice (letters, CVs etc) and participate in activities set by your teacher.

Open Entry Requirements


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.

Open What Will I Need?


You will need a notebook and pen. You will be given tasks to complete at the session along with instructions .

Open Assessment Methods


Your teacher will give verbal and written feedback throughout the course.

Open What Will I Achieve?


You will receive an ALSS certificate of achievement on successful completion of this course.

Open Progression


Get started with digital skills

Open Is there anything else I need to know?

04130CL
31/01/2022
14/03/2022
09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Monday
0.00
Concessions may be available based on income and benefit status
Selby North Childrens Centre

Helping you financially

  • 92% of our learners receive full funding for their learning. Our mission is to support you on the right learning path (T&C apply).
  • We can offer financial support relating to childcare costs, travel costs, course fees, books etc. (T&C apply).
  • You can pay for your course in instalments (over £100). Please ask for details.
  • English, maths including GCSEs and computing courses (up to Level 1) are FREE subject to eligibility (adult learners aged 19+ at 31st August 2023).
  • Qualification courses at Level 2 or below are FREE if your individual employed/self employed income is below £20,319.
  • If you have not yet achieved a Level 3 qualification or equivalent, you could learn for FREE.
  • Don’t worry if you have already gained a Level 3 qualification, but want to change your career path and try something new – you can apply for an Advanced Learner Loan which you start to pay back when you earn over £27,295.
  • From April 2023, some Level 3 courses will be available for FREE to adults who are unemployed or earning below the National Living Wage annually (£20,319), even if you already have a Level 3 qualification or higher. This funding is part of the ‘Level 3 Free Courses for Jobs’ offer and you will find a full list of qualifications included in this offer here https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/find-a-free-level-3-qualification/list-of-free-level-3-qualifications-available-to-eligible-adults

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