Essential Computer Skills For Beginners

This 6 week course is designed for beginners who want to build confidence and independence in using computers. The course introduces essential skills such as understanding the basic functions of a computer, helping learners understand hardware, software and how to use the common features of Windows 10+ operating system effectively.

The course also covers using the internet safely and effectively, and using communication software.

This course is fully funded to those:

  • Who consider themselves beginners and have received no previous formal computer training
  • Are aged over 19 as of 31/08/26

15th September 2026: Essential Computer Skills for Beginners

Start Date : Tue 15th Sep 2026
Time : 18:00 - 20:00
Location : Cirencester College
Duration : 6 Weeks
Spaces : 10
Code : 09/26_EBS_6W_NS
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What topics are covered?

Week 1: MS Office – Windows tips and tricks, Outlook email

Week 2: Using One Drive – Information Management, fat folders, thin files, sub folders

Week 3: Using word processing software, word, styles, spelling

Week 4:  Using Spreadsheets, excel, formulas

Week 5: Using presentation software, Powerpoint, teams

Week 6: Security and other issues.

How will I learn?

The course will be classroom based led by our experienced tutor

What do I need to bring?

All resources will be provided, computers will provided whilst in class, there is no expectation to bring your own.

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