Course overview

This course will help you to understand the different parts of a laptop and how to use it to perform a range of everyday and employment activities.

Course description

This course is designed to help learners gain a basic understanding of essential digital skills using a laptop. This course will help you feel confident using a laptop for everyday purposes and to find employment online. Add text, numbers, and other characters to a new document; then edit and save the document. Use Canvas to receive an email and send a reply Identify at least 3 safe websites and explain 3 ways of staying safe online. Make and save an audio and a video recording. Solve at least 3 common hardware and software problems You will need to bring a pen and a notebook.

What financial support is available?

We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.

What other support is available?

All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.

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