Beginners Computers (CAR26T009)

Curriculum area: Digital Skills

  • Start date: Tuesday, 17 November 2026
  • End date: Tuesday, 9 February 2027
  • Number of weeks: 11
  • Time: 10:00 - 12:00
  • Delivery type: In-person
  • Venue: Pennine Way CDC, Harraby Campus, Edgehill Road, Carlisle, Cumbria. CA1 3SN
  • Free Course

This offering is not yet available for enrolment, please return within three months of the start date to enrol. Contact your local centre using the details below for more information.

About the course

This is a great course for Adults who are interested in gaining basic knowledge and developing key skills in how to use a computer. How to manage files and folders, create and edit documents, know how to search the internet and send an email as well understanding how to be safe and secure online.

How the course will be delivered

You will work directly with your tutor as part of a small group covering the course aims. Your tutor will feed back to you throughout each session on your progress.

What you'll need to bring

A Notebook and pen and glasses if you need them. You could also bring a memory stick (USB/flashdrive) to save your work to if you like.

Entry requirements

Basic IT skills are advisable; this course is designed for students who have basic computer knowledge and would like to gain skills and confidence. Learners should be able to use a PC, be familiar with the use of a mouse & keyboard and should already be able to use Microsoft Office at a basic level in order to create simple documents which will be used to cover the evidence requirements of the course. Ideally, learners will have completed the ‘Introduction to IT’ course.

Next steps

On successful completion of this course you can progress onto one of our Pre-entry qualifications, or the Nationally Accredited Qualification, Essential Digital Skills Qualification, or many of our other Digital Skills courses and workshops.

Additional transferable skills:

Self Confidence, Independent Thinking Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Communication Skills

Contact us

Centre: Carlisle Adult Learning
Contact number: 01228 227304
Email address: carlisleadultlearning@cumberland.gov.uk

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