Digital Skills

Advanced Digital Skills Drop-In Workshop at Sidings Community Centre

If you know the basics, you might still have more advanced questions about your device which you can't work out how to solve. Maybe you need advice on installing screensavers, organising your folders, using text-to-speech software, or syncing your accounts?

course code
DACL25B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
16 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Thu 13:00-14:30

where
Sidings Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Abdulghani Leily

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Advanced Skills in MS Word & Google Docs at Sidings Community Centre

If you already have good skills in MS Word, take your skills to the next level with this advanced course. You'll explore more ways to edit your documents, including text and page layout, tables, images, referencing, templates, and more.

course code
DACL21B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
16 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Thu 10:00-12:00

where
Sidings Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Abdulghani Leily

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Beginners' Digital Skills Drop-In Workshop at Sidings Community Centre

Do you need help to get started using your smartphone, tablet or laptop? Do you have a question about more advanced device features? Come along to our drop-in workshops at Sidings to get some hands-on help and advice. This is not a course, so you don't need to come every week.

course code
DACL28B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
17 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Fri 10:00-12:00

where
Sidings Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Abdulghani Leily

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Create & Edit Short Videos for Social Media at Dragon Hall

Get creative with this long-running group in Covernt Garden. You'll choose and research a topic, and you'll get hands-on support to create and edit short videos for social media using your own images and words. You'll also learn how to use online editing apps such as Canva.

course code
DACL27B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
16 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Thu 13:00-15:00

where
Covent Garden Dragon Hall Trust  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Zoe Lee

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Basics Stage 2: Creating & Editing at Greenwood Centre

This course builds on Digital Basics Stage 1, and will get you creating, editing and organising your own documents.

course code
DACL19B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
15 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Wed 13:00-15:00

where
Greenwood Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Rebecca Land

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Basics Stage 2: Creating & Editing at Queens Crescent Library

This course builds on Digital Basics Stage 1, and will get you creating, editing and organising your own documents.

course code
DACL05B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
13 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Mon 13:00-15:00

where
Queens Crescent Library  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Abdulghani Leily

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Improvers Stage 2: More Creating & Editing at Abbey Community Centre

This course builds on Digital Improvers Stage 1, and will enhance your skills in document creation and editing.

course code
DACL06B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
13 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Mon 14:00-16:00

where
Abbey Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Mohamed Abbas

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Improvers Stage 2: More Creating & Editing at Dragon Hall

This course builds on Digital Improvers Stage 1, and will enhance your skills in document creation and editing.

course code
DACL24B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
16 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Thu 10:00-12:00

where
Covent Garden Dragon Hall Trust  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Mohamed Abbas

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Improvers Stage 2: More Creating & Editing at The Living Centre

This course builds on Digital Improvers Stage 1, and will enhance your skills in document creation and editing.

course code
DACL17B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
15 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Wed 10:30-12:30

where
The Living Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Mohamed Abbas

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Photography Project at Abbey Community Centre

Get creative and join our photography group! Together, you'll decide on a theme for your work, and you'll experiment with choosing and framing your images, and working with backgrounds and lighting. You'll learn how to format your images using free and cheap online software.

course code
DACL22B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
16 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Thu 10:00-12:00

where
Abbey Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Rebecca Land

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Portrait Photography at Greenwood Centre

Develop your creative skills in digital photography! You'll discover what makes a good portrait, how to capture someone's character, and experiment with light, shade and background.

course code
DACL16B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
15 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Wed 10:00-12:00

where
Greenwood Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Rebecca Land

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Skills Drop-In Workshop at London Irish Centre

Do you need help to get started using your smartphone, tablet or laptop? Do you have a question about more advanced device features? Come along to our drop-in workshops at the London Irish Centre to get some hands-on help and advice.

course code
DACL20B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
15 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Wed 14:00-16:00

where
London Irish Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Zoe Lee

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Skills Drop-In Workshop at Queens Crescent Library

Do you need help to get started using your smartphone, tablet or laptop? Do you have a question about more advanced device features? Come along to our drop-in workshops at the Euston Skills Centre to get some hands-on help and advice.

course code
DACL03B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
13 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Mon 10:00-11:30

where
Queens Crescent Library  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Zoe Lee

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Digital Skills for Finding a Job at Euston Skills Centre

This course is for people who have been out of work and need help to find a job. You will improve your computer skills and confidence.

course code
DACL01B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
13 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Mon 10:00-12:00

where
Euston Skills Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Mohamed Abbas

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Easy Introduction to Web Design Stage 1 at Euston Skills Centre

Have you ever wanted to build your own website? With a few editing skills, you can! This course will teach you step-by-step how to build a simple website from scratch, starting with Google Sites, and moving on to other free web builder apps.

course code
DACL12B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
14 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Tue 13:00-15:00

where
Euston Skills Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Mohamed Abbas

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Essential Digital Skills Qualification (EDSQ) at Sidings Community Centre

The EDSQ will help you to become more confident in using smartphones, laptops and the internet safely and effectively. You will learn how to use digital devices to create documents, search for information, keep in touch with friends and family, shop online, and manage your online security.

course code
DACL19A24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
02 Oct 2024 (Autumn)
Weeks
20 weeks
Times
Wed 13:00-15:30

where
Sidings Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Abdulghani Leily

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Fake News, Misinformation & Critical Thinking - Short Course (Online)

Do you trust everything you see and hear in the media and online? How can you tell fact from fiction in an increasingly digital world? What are bots, troll farms, and deep fakes? Where does the 'real' end and the 'fake' begin? This short course will get you thinking about these and other questions.

course code
DACL14B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
25 Feb 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
3 weeks
Times
Tue 13:00-15:00

where
Online 
fees

free 

with James Drummond

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Intermediate MS PowerPoint & Presentations (OCN London) - Online

If you already know the basics of MS PowerPoint, come along to this course and supercharge your presentation skills! You'll learn how to insert audio and video, use captions, create polls and quizzes, apply master slides, and more.

course code
DACL26B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
16 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Thu 15:00-17:00

where
Online 
fees

free 

with Mohamed Abbas

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Intermediate Spreadsheets (OCN London) - Online

If you want to do more with MS Excel , this course will develop your skills to a very high level. You'll use more advanced table layout, sorting and filtering options, and you'll discover more complex formulae for a range of data purposes.

course code
DACL08B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
13 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Mon 18:00-20:00

where
Online 
fees

free 

with Abdulghani Leily

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Introduction to Generative AI - Short Course (Online)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) looks set to revolutionise our lives. This course will give you a gentle introduction and get you using it right from the start.

course code
DACL13B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
14 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
5 weeks
Times
Tue 13:00-15:00

where
Online 
fees

free 

with Malcolm Hay

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Introduction to Podcasting Stage 1 at Dragon Hall

Have you ever fancied making your own podcast? This step-by-step course will show you how. In Stage 1, you'll explore podcasts and podcasting apps, and you'll sketch out ideas for your own podcast. In the spring term you can take your skills further on Introduction to Podcasting Stage 2.

course code
DACL23B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
16 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Thu 10:00-12:00

where
Covent Garden Dragon Hall Trust  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Zoe Lee

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Introduction to Podcasting Stage 1 at West Hampstead Women's Centre

Do you have a story to tell? This step-by-step course will show you how to get started in podcasting. Please note this course is for women only.

course code
DACL07B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
13 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Mon 13:00-15:00

where
West Hampstead Women's Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Zoe Lee

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Introduction to Podcasting Stage 2 at Swiss Cottage Library

This course follows on from Introduction to Podcasting Stage 1. You'll learn more advanced skills in recording and editing audio, and learn how to publish a podcast online.

course code
DACL18B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
15 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Wed 10:00-12:00

where
Swiss Cottage Library  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Zoe Lee

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

MS PowerPoint & Presentations for Beginners (OCN London) at Euston Skills Centre

Learn how to create and deliver impressive presentations using MS PowerPoint and Google Slides. You'll learn how to create slides, change layouts, and edit simple text and images. You'll also practice giving your presentation in a friendly group.

course code
DACL09B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
14 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Tue 10:00-12:00

where
Euston Skills Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Mohamed Abbas

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Postcards from Camden' (Digital Design) at Sidings Community Centre

Get your creativity flowing by designing and creating your own postcards using basic software, based on local themes and images. You'll select and format your images to produce postcards to send or keep. At the end of the course, you'll get your own set of postcards designed by you!

course code
DACL02B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
13 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Mon 10:00-12:00

where
Sidings Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Rebecca Land

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Prepare for your Online Driving Theory Test at Sidings Community Centre

To pass the UK Driving Test, you have to take an online Driving Theory Test as well as the practical test. This course will equip you with the digital skills you need to take the online test, along with the essentials of the Highway Code.

course code
DACL10B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
14 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Tue 10:00-14:00

where
Sidings Community Centre  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Abdulghani Leily

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Spreadsheets for Beginners (OCN London) - Online

Many jobs now require you to use spreadsheets using apps such as MS Excel. You'll learn how to set up tables, input data, and use simple formula functions such as sum and average.

course code
DACL15B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
14 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Tue 18:00-20:00

where
Online 
fees

free 

with Abdulghani Leily

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Swiss At 60' Digital Photography Course at Swiss Cottage Library

The iconic Swiss Cottage Library building is 60 years old! Come and be part of the birthday celebrations by photographing the interior and exterior of the building, and developing your digital photography skills.

course code
DACL11B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
14 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Tue 10:00-15:00

where
Swiss Cottage Library  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Rebecca Land

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application

Urban Digital Photography Stage 2 at Pancras Square Library

The Kings Cross area is varied and constantly changing. Learn digital photography skills and take photos of the local area, from the shiny to the grimy. You'll experiment with choosing and capturing your image, backgrounds and lighting.

course code
DACL04B24
Availability
This course requires you to follow an application process.
Start
13 Jan 2025 (Spring)
Weeks
11 weeks
Times
Mon 13:30-15:30

where
Pancras Square Library  A link to Google Maps in a new window with this postcode. Google map
fees

free 

with Rebecca Land

This course requires you to follow an application process.

more information about course and application