Digital and IT

Next Steps with Computers

Introduction - Non Regulated

What is Introduction?

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

Next Steps in Computers builds on your existing digital skills, and on the course, you will learn how to use several apps to create images and documents and build on those existing skills as you do.

The course lasts for two days and students will learn by doing, creating new content using their newfound skills.

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Introduction

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

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Course content

On this course, you will learn:

How to organise your files and folders
How to format documents and include images and tables
How to use the Internet more efficiently

Course session dates

Tailored Learning Objective

Improving essential skills (English, ESOL, maths, digital)

When does this start and end?

2 March 2026 - 10 March 2026

What are the entry requirements?

No formal requirements; students will need the basic digital skills listed in the First Steps with Computers course.

This sector employs over 35,000 people, in-demand skills and qualities that employers are looking for include problem solving, communication skills and creativity.

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