Gain the essential digital skills you need for life and work with our practical and supportive Functional Skills course. Designed for both beginners and those looking to build confidence, this qualification will help you use digital technology safely and effectively.
The course is structured around five key areas, giving you a strong foundation in all aspects of modern digital life:
- Using Devices and Handling Information: Confidently navigate laptops, tablets, and smartphones. Learn to manage your files and folders, find information online, and understand how to deal with pop-ups and browser tabs.
- Creating and Editing: Develop essential skills for the workplace and personal projects. You’ll learn to create and edit documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, adding and formatting text, images, and tables.
- Communicating: Master the art of digital communication. Learn to send and receive emails, use messaging apps, and understand the etiquette for communicating effectively on different online platforms.
- Transacting: Learn to carry out common online activities safely and securely. This includes online shopping, managing online accounts, and understanding how to make secure payments.
- Being Safe and Responsible Online: Protect yourself and your information. This crucial unit covers setting secure passwords, understanding privacy settings, and learning how to identify suspicious emails and websites.
