Y6871 - Essential Digital Skills qualification (entry 3)

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Start Date: 05/10/2026      End Date: 01/02/2027        Start Time: 09:15      End Time: 12:00        Hours per Week: 2.75      No of Weeks: 15
Fees:      £0.00 (tuition)     £526.00 (overseas)     £0.00 (concessionary)
Tutor: Vicki Parrott        No of Places: 4
Idea Store Chrisp Street

Course Overview

Course Overview
This course leads to a nationally recognised qualification - the Essential Digital Skills Qualification at entry 3, awarded by Gateway Qualifications.
Over 15 weeks, you'll develop and demonstrate your digital skills across five areas that matter in everyday life and work. At the end, you'll sit an online exam. Our learners achieved a 90.5% pass rate last year, because we don't just teach to the exam - we make sure you genuinely understand and can use these skills in your own life

What will you learn and be able to do?

What will you learn and be able to do?
* Use digital devices confidently for everyday purposes so technology feels like a tool that works for you rather than something you struggle with - such as adjusting your settings, managing your storage, connecting to Wi-Fi, and switching between apps.
* Create and edit digital content for real purposes so you can produce written work that looks clear and professional - such as writing a letter to your landlord, making a poster for a community event, or updating your CV.
* Communicate online using the right tool for the situation so you can stay connected and handle important conversations digitally - such as emailing your child's school, messaging a friend, or joining a video call for a parents' evening.
* Carry out online transactions and access services safely so you can manage practical tasks online with confidence - such as booking a GP appointment, paying a bill through your council account, or comparing prices before buying something.
* Protect yourself in the digital world so you and your family stay safe online - such as recognising a phishing email, understanding your digital footprint, and knowing what personal information is safe to share.
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Entry requirements

Entry requirements
This course is for learners who have completed Prepare for your digital skills exam course (entry 3), or who have been assessed as ready for entry 3 qualification study
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Equipment required

Equipment required
Please bring to every lesson:
A folder
Pens and pencils
Lined A4 paper
A smartphone (if you have one)
A reusable water bottle
You will also need a personal Gmail account to access Google Classroom. If you don't have one, your tutor will help you set one up.
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How will you know you are making progress?

How will you know you are making progress?
Your tutor will regularly assess your progress against the five content areas. You'll complete practice tasks and mock assessments throughout the course. The course ends with an online exam, which you will sit in class. Your tutor will make sure you feel fully prepared.
You need to attend at least 80% of your classes. Regular attendance is especially important because you are working towards a qualification
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Progress opportunities - your next steps

Progress opportunities - your next steps
Other courses you can do after this course include:
Prepare for your digital skills exam course (level 1) - the next qualification level
Word, Excel and PowerPoint for work (level 2)
Start or grow your business with digital marketing (level 1–2) - evening
Build your confidence: skills for life and work (Ascentis entry 3)
Please ask your tutor for more information or contact us at: digital.ideastore@towerhamlets.gov.uk
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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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