C8937 - First Steps in Digital Skills: getting started with computers and smartphones (Complete Beginner)

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Start Date: 22/05/2025      End Date: 17/07/2025        Start Time: 13:00      End Time: 15:00        Hours per Week: 2.00      No of Weeks: 8
Fees:      £15.00 (tuition)     £152.00 (overseas)     £0.00 (concessionary)
Tutor: Marlon John        No of Places: 3
Idea Store Chrisp Street

Course Overview

Course Overview
This course is tailored for complete beginners who want to start their digital journey. Focused primarily on computer skills, with an introduction to smartphone basics, you'll gain the confidence to navigate the digital world and handle everyday technology tasks with ease.

Objectives

Objectives
Objective 1
Objective 1
Turn on and navigate a computer and smartphone, understanding their basic functions.
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Objective 2
Objective 2
Use a keyboard and mouse effectively for different tasks.
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Objective 3
Objective 3
Navigate the desktop, open and close applications, and save files on a computer.
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Connect to Wi-Fi and manage network settings on both devices.
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Objective 5
Use a web browser to search for information online safely.
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Set up and use an email account on both your computer and smartphone.
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Set up a secure password for your email account.
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Take, view, and share photos using your smartphone.
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Download and use essential apps on your smartphone for everyday tasks.
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Understand and apply basic digital security measures to protect your devices.
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Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements
You will need to be able to show digital skills working towards the required level (Pre-Entry - Entry 1) at assessment.
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Equipment Required

Equipment Required
Please bring to every lesson:

A folder
Pens & pencils
Lined A4 paper
A smartphone (if you have one)
A reusable water bottle
We will give you the WIFI details in the first lesson.

If you do not have access to a smart phone or a computer at home, speak to your tutor.
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What courses can I go on to?

What courses can I go on to?
Becoming confident in Digital Skills (Beginners Entry 1 to Entry 2)
Becoming confident in Digital Skills - Getting the most out of your smartphone (Beginners)
ESOL
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What examination is there?

What examination is there?
There is no examination for this course. You will agree learning goals with your tutor which you must achieve by the end of the course.
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How will I know I am making progress?

How will I know I am making progress?
At the start of the course, your tutor will talk with you about which of your digital skills you need to practise most and help you create an individual learning plan. Throughout the course, you will have a tutorial meeting to discuss your strengths, areas for improvement, and any problems you may have. You will keep a folder with your work, which will help you review your learning outside of class. Your tutor will give you regular feedback on your class work and homework to help you improve. To make progress, you need to attend all your classes and do work outside of class.
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Other Info

Other Info
One of our aims is to help you make progress in work or future studies. We also want to help you participate in your communities and become an active citizen. In our classes, you will develop important skills that employers value and that will help you in everyday life. Here’s what you will learn:

Communication Skills: You will learn to speak and write more clearly and confidently. This includes practising conversations for work, writing emails, and filling out forms.

Decision-Making: You will learn how to make good choices by evaluating different options and thinking critically about situations.

Teamwork: You will learn how to work well with others.

Problem-Solving: You will develop the ability to identify problems and find effective solutions, useful in both work and daily life.

Time Management: You will practice managing your time effectively, including setting goals and meeting deadlines.

By improving these skills, you will increase your chances of finding a job, advancing in your career, and becoming an active member of your community.
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Extra Support

Extra Support
We can help you if you tell us you have a learning difficulty, disability or other support needs. Please tell us when you enrol or in your first class.
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