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Course Content

The course will provide the second stage of a hands-on introduction for those who are new to using a computer, accessing the Internet, sending emails and basic word processing.
The course will help you to:
• enhance keyboard and mouse skills
• further practice creating, storing and retrieving word processed documents
• further application of basic formatting to text in a word processed document
• increase recognition of common computer terminology
• further improve computer safety and security
• send emails
• develop skills for learning online
During the course, you will work on documents and 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.

Open Entry Requirements


To be eligible for funding for courses you must be over 19 years of age as at 31st August 2022 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.

Open What Will I Need?


You may wish to bring a notepad and pen for taking notes and a folder to store notes and handouts.

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


Your teacher will discuss progression options and these will include, Moving on with computers, Essentials Digital Skills and Getting started with courses.

Open Is there anything else I need to know?


You may like to bring your own refreshments for consumption away from the computers.
06730CL
18/04/2023
23/05/2023
09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Tuesday
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Concessions may be available based on income and benefit status
Selby North Childrens Centre

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