How to learn digital skills for free*

Confidence with computers is vital in both life and work. Over 80% of job adverts list digital skills as essential and being online can make it easier to complete everyday tasks. Learn a new skill and give your CV a boost, with our digital skills courses.  

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From spreadsheets to social media

Learn the digital essentials across a range of topics, from using smartphones to mastering Excel spreadsheets. Our digital skills courses can help you use social media and the internet to find work opportunities and prepare job applications. Learn how to keep your data safe, create documents or start digital marketing.   

Beginners computer courses to IT qualifications

We offer different levels of computing courses. From short beginners’ courses, to full Level three IT qualifications employers want on your CV. There is a digital skills course for everyone. Best of all, they are free. 

Digital skills for work

Our digital training classes are part of a range of free courses for jobs. We’re here to help you learn the skills and knowledge you need to get into and thrive at work.   

Finding the right digital skills course

We know that everyone has a different range of skills, so our team will make sure you start at the right level for you and help you reach your goals.  

Gain the practical digital skills that will help you thrive in the online world. Whether you learn in a classroom or take an online course at home, our supportive tutors will get to up to speed. 

*Over 90% of applicants for skills courses do not need to pay a fee. Subject to status  - courses are free for unemployed people, job seekers and people on low wage. If you do not qualify you will be alerted during the application process.

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Pre-Entry Digital Skills

Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you. Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage
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Dates:
Fri 02/02/2024 -
Fri 02/02/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Fulwell Day Centre (Sunderland)
Fulwell Road
Sunderland
SR6 9QW
Tutor:
Nadia Belmajdoub
Course code:
Q00012554
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Digital Skills for Beginners

Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you. Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage
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Dates:
Fri 02/02/2024 -
Fri 10/05/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
12 sessions
Location:
Limehurst Library
St. Chad's Centre
Limegreen Parade
Limeside
Oldham
OL8 3HH
Tutor:
Rebecca Ngoma
Course code:
Q00012431
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £75.00

Essential Digital Skills Level 1

The aim of this qualification is to teach you the essential digital skills that are needed for everyday life, and in the workplace. Over the duration of the course, we will touch upon different Microsoft pincluding Word, Excel and Powerpoint. Knowing how to use these is often desirable of most employers, so this will be a great addition to your CV if you are hunting for a job. Digital skills are also convenient to have for life in general. For example, Excel is ideal for budgeting and Word can be used if you would like to start writing a book, create invitations to an event, or can be used for homework. Located in a friendly and relaxed environment, this course is a great chance to learn something new and meet new people who are on the same journey.
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Dates:
Mon 05/02/2024 -
Tue 16/04/2024
Times:
2:30pm - 4:30pm
Duration:
25 sessions
Location:
NST Hub (North Somerset Training Communi
31 Alexandra Parade
Weston-super-Mare
BS23 1QZ
Tutor:
Christopher Baldwin
Course code:
Q00011149
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £150.00

Pre-Entry Digital Skills

Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you. Learn to use word processing software and fill out online forms in this Digital Skills course. Understand how to use email and search for information online. This digital skills training also teaches you how to shop online securely. You’ll understand online safety and data storage
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Dates:
Thu 08/02/2024 -
Thu 08/02/2024
Times:
1:00pm - 3:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Thornley Village Centre (Thornley)
High Street, Thornley, County
Thornley
DH6 3EL
Tutor:
Maria Hambley
Course code:
Q00013133
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

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Digital: Google Slides and Google Documents.

Learn to use digital devices and gain essential computer skills for professional and personal use. Digital training helps you move with the times and not get left behind. This beginner’s course is for anyone who wants to learn digital skills, no matter your current knowledge. This course is appropriate for complete beginners, so don’t worry if this is all new to you. Have you only ever used Google as a Search Engine before? Do you now want to be introduced to Google Docs and Google Slides; part of the free, web-based Google Docs Editors suite offered by Google? Create and collaborate on online documents. Edit them together with secure sharing in real time and from any device. This course will help you get started with Google Docs and Google Slides. It will help you learn the basics; including sharing them with colleagues who will, if you so wish be able to edit the same document further. This course is for beginners and those using the web-based Google Docs Editors suite for the first time.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 21/02/2024 -
Wed 20/03/2024
Times:
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Tutor:
David Warburton
Course code:
Q00012218
How you'll learn:
Online
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £27.75

Buying and Selling Online

Selling things you no longer need is a great way to earn a bit of extra cash and declutter your home. Nowadays, there are so many simple, easy-to-use platforms for buying and selling online that it’s never been easier to set up an online shop. This course is ideal for you if you want to learn digital skills to buy and sell online. It’s aimed at beginners and improvers so don’t worry if it’s new to you. Whether you want to start a business or declutter your home, selling online is a quick and easy way to do it. Unlock your potential in the world of online buying and selling through our exciting IT-infused sewing class! In today's digital age, mastering e-commerce skills is a must, and we've tailored a program that combines your passion for sewing with the power of technology. Discover the art of creating your own online store, optimizing product listings, and utilizing social media platforms for marketing. Seamlessly navigate e-payment systems and craft captivating product images. With our expert guidance, you'll acquire the essential IT knowledge and skills required to thrive in the competitive online marketplace. Join our class today and stitch your way to success in the digital economy while expressing your creativity through sewing!
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 26/02/2024 -
Mon 26/02/2024
Times:
10:00am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Newcastle Bangladeshi Association
246-248 Elswick Road
Newcastle
NE4 6SN
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00012424
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Buying and Selling Online

Selling things you no longer need is a great way to earn a bit of extra cash and declutter your home. Nowadays, there are so many simple, easy-to-use platforms for buying and selling online that it’s never been easier to set up an online shop. This course is ideal for you if you want to learn digital skills to buy and sell online. It’s aimed at beginners and improvers so don’t worry if it’s new to you. Whether you want to start a business or declutter your home, selling online is a quick and easy way to do it. Unlock your potential in the world of online buying and selling through our exciting IT-infused sewing class! In today's digital age, mastering e-commerce skills is a must, and we've tailored a program that combines your passion for sewing with the power of technology. Discover the art of creating your own online store, optimizing product listings, and utilizing social media platforms for marketing. Seamlessly navigate e-payment systems and craft captivating product images. With our expert guidance, you'll acquire the essential IT knowledge and skills required to thrive in the competitive online marketplace. Join our class today and stitch your way to success in the digital economy while expressing your creativity through sewing!
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 29/02/2024 -
Thu 29/02/2024
Times:
9:30am - 11:30am
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Robert Stewart Memorial Hall (Newcastle
89 Wingrove Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 9BU
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00012426
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Buying & Selling Online for Sewing

Selling things you no longer need is a great way to earn a bit of extra cash and declutter your home. Nowadays, there are so many simple, easy-to-use platforms for buying and selling online that it’s never been easier to set up an online shop. This course is ideal for you if you want to learn digital skills to buy and sell online. It’s aimed at beginners and improvers so don’t worry if it’s new to you. Whether you want to start a business or declutter your home, selling online is a quick and easy way to do it. Unlock your potential in the world of online buying and selling through our exciting IT-infused sewing class! In today's digital age, mastering e-commerce skills is a must, and we've tailored a program that combines your passion for sewing with the power of technology. Discover the art of creating your own online store, optimising product listings, and utilising social media platforms for marketing. Seamlessly navigate e-payment systems and craft captivating product images. With our expert guidance, you'll acquire the essential IT knowledge and skills required to thrive in the competitive online marketplace. Join our class today and stitch your way to success in the digital economy while expressing your creativity through sewing!
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Course Information

Dates:
Thu 29/02/2024 -
Thu 29/02/2024
Times:
12:30pm - 2:30pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Robert Stewart Memorial Hall (Newcastle
89 Wingrove Road
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE4 9BU
Tutor:
Elaine Swan
Course code:
Q00012428
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £8.40

Pre-Entry Essential Digital Skills: Beginners Digital Skills for Job Seekers

Do you want to practice with support and have your questions about digital skills answered? Want to learn about how to use tablets, smartphone, or laptops and how to use the internet safely? This is the course for you. A friendly and positive tutor will help you to learn the basics of using a device, along with how to send emails, attach files, and spot fake news or scams online. This is a course for beginners or those wanting to improve their skills. You will get to practice, ask questions, and work with others in a friendly and supportive classroom.
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Course Information

Dates:
Mon 04/03/2024 -
Mon 08/04/2024
Times:
10:00am - 2:30pm
Duration:
5 sessions
Location:
Jobs 22 Lincoln (Lincoln)
12 Silver Street
Lincoln
LN2 1DY
Tutor:
Daniel Purcell
Course code:
Q00013232
How you'll learn:
In venue
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £94.50

Entry Level Essential Digital Skills: IT for Baking

Enhance your digital knowledge with this short course which aims to celebrate your baking skills. Familiarise yourself with our digital platform, Canvas, and also learn some basic IT skills to improve your daily home and work life. You can then use these skills to advertise and promote your cooking skills. Different Platforms: To cater to diverse audiences, this course explores various online selling platforms and marketplaces. Learners will discover the pros and cons of popular platforms, helping them choose the most suitable one for their personal use. Students will learn how to effectively improve and showcase their culinary offerings.
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Course Information

Dates:
Wed 06/03/2024 -
Wed 06/03/2024
Times:
9:30am - 12:00pm
Duration:
1 sessions
Location:
Newcastle Bangladeshi Association
246-248 Elswick Road
Newcastle
NE4 6SN
Tutor:
Rupa Marwaha
Course code:
Q00012505
Availability:
10+ places remaining
Status:
Available
Fee range
Free to £10.50