Fundamental Computer Skills & Adult Computer Literacy
Start from zero and become confident with computers, email and the internet.
Course overview
This course is built for complete beginners and adults who have never used a computer. You learn at a gentle pace with plenty of hands-on practice, until switching on, typing, saving files and going online feel natural. By the end you can handle everyday digital tasks at work, at home and in business.
Every module combines short theory sessions with hands-on practice, so you finish with real projects and a portfolio, not just notes. Entry requirements: No computer experience needed. Open to adults and school leavers.
Course outline
6 modules over 4 weeks. Select a module to see what you will cover.
Parts of a computer, hardware and software, switching on, logging in and shutting down safely.
Typing drills, shortcuts and confident mouse control.
Desktop, folders, saving, copying, flash disks and simple backups.
Typing, formatting and printing letters, CVs and notices.
Basic Excel tables, simple sums and PowerPoint slides.
Browsing, Gmail, WhatsApp Web, mobile money safety and spotting scams.
Learning outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Use a computer confidently without help
- Type and format documents
- Create simple tables and slides
- Send and receive email with attachments
- Search the internet safely
What you can become
Graduates of this course go on to roles and businesses such as:
Tools and skills you will use
Study options
Choose the schedule that suits you. New students start on the 1st of every month.
- Morning Session
- Evening Session
- Weekend Session
- Monday – Wednesday
- Wednesday – Friday
- E-Learning
What is included
- Practical and materials fee: free
- Certificate and graduation: free
- Computer lab, library and internet: free
- School bag: free
- Access to membership programs
- Career and employability guidance
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