Why Study This Course?
This beginner-friendly course is designed for learners who are new to computers or would like to improve their digital skills in a supportive and practical environment. Learners will develop confidence using computers, laptops, and the internet for everyday tasks such as communication, typing, searching for information, and accessing online services safely. Through step-by-step guidance and real-life activities, the course helps learners build essential digital skills, increase independence, and develop confidence for everyday life, further learning, and future employment.
-Build confidence using computers and technology
-Develop essential digital skills for everyday life
-Improve independence and communication skills
-Learn how to use the internet safely and responsibly
-Gain confidence accessing online information and services
-Develop skills that support further learning and employment
-Improve problem-solving and digital awareness
-Meet new people and learn in a friendly environment
-Increase confidence using technology at home and in the community
Turning a computer or laptop on and off safely
Using a mouse, keyboard, and touchscreen
Basic typing and keyboard skills
Opening and closing programmes and apps
-Understanding common computer buttons, symbols, and menus
-Searching for information online
-Using the internet safely and responsibly
-Introduction to emails and online communication
-Saving and opening files
-Using digital skills in everyday situations
-Developing confidence through practical activities and repetition
-Build confidence using computers and technology
-Develop essential digital skills for everyday life
-Improve independence and communication skills
-Learn how to use the internet safely and responsibly
-Gain confidence accessing online information and services
-Develop skills that support further learning and employment
-Improve problem-solving and digital awareness
-Meet new people and learn in a friendly environment
-Increase confidence using technology at home and in the community
To complete this course you will need to be a member of Eco-Ops at New Malden.
Assessment is via a portfolio of evidence demonstrating achievement of personalised learning goals.