Courses

Computers and the internet

Advanced spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel

Did you enjoy the introduction to spreadsheets course? Why not come along and find out more advanced functions on Excel.

course code: 12730

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 4
Start: 13 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Tue 13:00-15:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

course code: 12746

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 11
Start: 25 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Wed 10:00-12:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

Advanced word processing using Microsoft Word

Want to go further and learn more about Microsoft Word? Our Advanced Word will look into Collaboration, Spelling and Grammar, Smart Art and much more!

course code: 12745

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 7
Start: 24 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Tue 10:00-12:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

Computer for absolute beginners

Do you feel that you are being left behind in this computer age? Would you like to learn how to use a computer? By the end of this course you will be able to switch on (and turn off) a computer; list the main parts of a computer; use a mouse and keyboard; type numbers, letters and symbols.

course code: 12733

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 3
Start: 15 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Thu 10:00-12:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

Get going on the internet

Do you feel that there is so much to learn about the internet? Do you need help to make you become a confident ‘surfer’? This course is designed to show you around the internet and open your eyes to the many benefits it can offer you.

course code: 12747

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 9
Start: 25 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Wed 13:00-15:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

Getting to grips with your Apple iPhone

Are you ready to take your Apple iPhone skills to the next level? Look no further than our Introductory workshop and learn how to set up your device, organise apps and use advanced features like Siri.

course code: 12742

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 12
Start: 07 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: One day
Times: Wed 10:00-12:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint

On this course we will create a presentation using design templates/master slides, add images, learn how to animate and apply transitions, add hyperlinks and set up a slideshow. This would be an ideal course for advancing your career possibilities.

course code: 12749

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 10
Start: 26 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Thu 13:00-15:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

Introduction to spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel

Do you need to organise your finances electronically? Would you like to learn how to use Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets? By the end of the course you will be able to create a simple spreadsheet using rows and columns which can be manipulated mathematically, enter and save data.

course code: 12731

Availability: This course is full. Please contact us on 023 9262 1860 to be added to the queue.
places: course full
Start: 14 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Wed 10:00-12:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

Introduction to word processing using Microsoft Word

Are you a ‘rusty’ typist? Are you a budding author who would like to get their words down in print? Or would you simply like to learn how to do word processing?

course code: 12729

Availability: This course is full. Please contact us on 023 9262 1860 to be added to the queue.
places: course full
Start: 13 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Tue 10:00-12:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

Mastering Google Workspace: Free Alternative to Microsoft Office

Dive deep into Google Workspace with our comprehensive 5-hour workshop designed to help you master Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive.

course code: 12743

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 3
Start: 08 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: One day
Times: Thu 10:00-15:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

More computers for absolute beginners

Ready to take your next steps? This course will look at basic computer settings and applications including calendars, calculators, file manager, save, save as, print, delete and we will introduce you to Microsoft.

course code: 12732

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 7
Start: 14 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Wed 13:00-15:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

course code: 12748

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 11
Start: 26 Feb 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Thu 10:00-12:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free

Navigating Google Workspace: Your Path to Productivity

Dive deep into Google Workspace with our comprehensive 5-week course designed to help you master Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive.

course code: 12744

Availability: This course is nearly full.
places: 2
Start: 15 Jan 2026 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Thu 13:00-15:00
where: The Learning Place Google map
fees: free