Course intent
You will learn to become confident and more independent at using a computer and the Windows Operating System, increasing your digital skills and awareness of online safety.
How to Apply
There are three ways to apply on this course. You can:
complete the form on our website;
call us on 0300 200 1044, 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday; or
visit one of our centres.
We'll evaluate your skills and provide a course offer, which you must accept to secure your place.
What will we cover?
Identify Desktop Icons and use the Windows operating system to navigate a computer
Prepare a simple document using a mouse and keyboard
Identify and use different files and folders
Use the internet to search for information and complete an online form
Identify different ways to keep yourself and your data safe
Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values
For courses of more than one session, you will find you make the most progress if you attend every taught lesson and complete any self-directed study opportunities provided.
Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?
This course is for anyone who:
Is afraid of computers
Wants to increase their computer knowledge and confidence.
Is thinking of buying a computer for the first time
If you answer no to the questions below, then this is the course for you.
Can you confidently create and name a folder, save a file, and then find it again?
Do you know the difference between a left click and a right click with a mouse?
Do you know the difference between a browser and a search engine?
If you answer yes to all the questions above, then please look at Windows PC Digital Skills & Confidence – Stage 2
To ensure you make good progress with your personal learning goals, the tutor will work with you to complete the required Individual Learning Plan.
As our courses are taught in English, please contact us if you have any concerns about your level of English.
What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?
Pen and paper for notetaking and a folder for keeping handouts organised.
What can I do when I finish the course?
You may like to progress onto another Surrey Adult learning course, such as: · Windows PC Digital Skills & Confidence – Stages 2 - 6 · Microsoft – Word-processing – Word · Microsoft – Spreadsheets – Excel
Or your tutor can direct you to ‘Next steps’ section, on our web site, if you wish to do something else.
Additional information
We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class. Surrey Adult Learning values and supports equality and diversity by promoting fairness and respect at all times.
How to enrol
You can't currently enrol online for this course, so please call 0300 200 1044 to express your interest or to make an enquiry for further information.
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