AgeWell: Computers Beginners Step 3

<p>This course offers you the chance to continue your learning journey so that you become more confident using a computer, increasing your inclusion in the community through the fascinating world of technology and keeping you in touch with friends old and new. The course will continue to develop your skills in:</p>

<ul>
<li>Using email and managing your email account</li>
<li>Using Word to create, edit and enhance documents</li>
<li>Using the internet to shop safely</li>
<li>Completing online forms</li>
<li>Managing your storage files</li>
<li>Transferring and saving images from digital devices</li>
</ul>

<p>All our courses are made up of elements of speaking & listening, reading and writing, and you will work using these elements throughout the course. Some of the skills you gain on this course could help increase your opportunities for employment or working within the community. Learning takes place in a friendly classroom setting, which is a great place for social interaction and helping you meet new people. Practice at home and completion of homework is advisable to enhance your learning experience.</p>

<p>This course is subsidised by Government funding so you should aim to attend the whole course.</p>

<p>There are no Pre-course information sessions or interviews in order to enrol on this course. Please ensure you have read and understood our STEPS guidance in order to accurately enrol upon the correct level course for you.</p>

<p>Your tutor will work with you to develop a Personal Development Plan (PDP) which will help you review your progress towards achieving your goals during the course. There is no qualification or examination attached to this course.</p>

<p>This is a Beginners Step 3 course, for those with an increased basic knowledge and confidence in the subject and who feel happy working more independently. You should be keen to expand the breadth and depth of the skills you have acquired from the Step 2 course (or have equivalent knowledge). You will need to have some computer knowledge or have completed a Beginners: Step 2 course (or equivalent). It would be useful for you to have access to a computer so you can practise what you learn in each session, alternatively, you can book computer time for free in any of the local libraries.</p>

<p>You will need a notebook, pen and A4 folder.</p>