Computer Skills for Beginners - West Bridgford Library - Adult Learning

Key details

• Date: 19 September - 10 October 2023
• Sessions: Tuesdays: 1:30pm - 3:30pm
• No. sessions: 4
• Venue: West Bridgford Library, Nottingham
• For ages: 19+
• Group size: 5 - 12
• Cost: FREE - £24

About this course

This course will provide you with a simple introduction to using a computer in a patient and supportive atmosphere. Your journey will start at the very beginning as you learn how to turn a computer on and off correctly. We move on to cover the essential skills required to operate a computer, including how to use the keyboard and mouse correctly. Additionally you will discover and explore some helpful websites and get started with using the internet and emails.  

You will learn how to type text and numbers on a computer keyboard. The course will also teach you how to navigate your computer and carry out other basic operations using the keyboard. Additionally, the classes will teach you the proper mouse grip and mouse navigation techniques. 

Once you understand the fundamentals of using a keyboard and mouse, you will be able to search the internet, browse websites, check your email, and utilise other online services. You will be given the most recent information on how to keep your device and yourself safe and secure while you explore our fascinating online world. 

What will learners achieve by the end of the course?  

• Operate a mouse accurately to complete four functions on a computer 
• Use a computer keyboard to precisely type letters on a screen 
• Locate information online using a search engine 
• Identify two areas of online technology which would improve your wellbeing 

No prior knowledge of using a computer or technology is required for this course. 

Suggested Reading for the course  

Computers for seniors - ISBN  9781119849605 

Booking your place and fee information

If you are in receipt of certain benefits you will be offered the course for free, however if you have a financial barrier which may prevent you from enrolling on the course  please visit our webpage for further information  https://www.inspireculture.org.uk/skills-learning/funding-your-courses/

To secure your place on the course BOTH the following must be done:

• Complete the EVENTBRITE BOOKING.
• Complete our INSPIRE ONLINE ENROLMENT FORM for each person attending the course.

You should be redirected to the Inspire Online Enrolment Form after completing the Eventbrite booking.  If you are not redirected, please use the link supplied in the Eventbrite booking confirmation email.

To book and enrol on one of our courses, you must have been living in England and have been resident in the UK for the past 3 years.

Some exceptions may apply if you are living in England with evidence of the right to remain and are from an EEU/EEAU country (completion of a questionnaire will be required).

As we no longer receive funding for our ESFA-funded courses for learners living in the devolved areas listed below, full cost fees would apply to these courses if you live in these areas:

• Barnsley, Doncaster, Rotherham and Sheffield 
• Cambridgeshire and Peterborough
• Greater London
• Greater Manchester
• Liverpool City Region
• Newcastle Upon Tyne, North Tyneside and Northumberland
• Tees Valley
• West of England
• West Midlands
• West Yorkshire

Any questions?

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• By phone: 01623 677 200
• By email: learning@inspireculture.org.uk

Book your place

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