Courses

Computing and Digital Skills

Digital and IT Skills - Gateway Level 2 Award

An accredited portfolio based ICT course to develop leaners ICT skills with a main focus on Word and Excel.

course code: AT1373J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 12
Start: 14 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 13 weeks
Times: Monday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £182.00 - this includes exam fee £38.00 and the tuition fee £144.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1374J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 15
Start: 05 Jan 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 12 weeks
Times: Tuesday 13:00-16:00
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £182.00 - this includes exam fee £38.00 and the tuition fee £144.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1375J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 16
Start: 12 Apr 2027 (Summer)
Weeks: 13 weeks
Times: Monday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £182.00 - this includes exam fee £38.00 and the tuition fee £144.00 (concessions free)

Digital Functional Skills Entry 3

This Entry level course will (1) enable learners to gain confidence and fluency in their use of digital knowledge and skills, and develop a positive attitude towards the use of digital skills; (2) enable learners to develop an appreciation of the importance of digital skills in the workplace and in

course code: QT1377J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 14
Start: 14 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 19 weeks
Times: Monday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: free

course code: QT1378J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 15
Start: 15 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 19 weeks
Times: Tuesday 09:30-12:30
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: free

course code: QT1379J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 13
Start: 24 Feb 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 18 weeks
Times: Wednesday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: free

Digital Functional Skills Level 1

This Level 1 course will (1) enable learners to gain confidence and fluency in their use of digital knowledge and skills, and develop a positive attitude towards the use of digital skills; (2) enable learners to develop an appreciation of the importance of digital skills in the workplace and in lif

course code: QT1380J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 14
Start: 16 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 19 weeks
Times: Wednesday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: free

course code: QT1381J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 14
Start: 22 Feb 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 19 weeks
Times: Monday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: free

course code: QT1382J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 16
Start: 23 Feb 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 19 weeks
Times: Tuesday 09:30-12:30
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: free

Digital Marketing for Business on-line learning

This short course is designed to build an understanding of what digital marketing is and how it can help transform businesses.

course code: NE1579H

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 23
Start: 01 Aug 2025 (Autumn)
Weeks: 2 weeks
Times: Fri 10:00-12:00
where: Online learning
fees: total fee for this course £85.00 - this includes exam fee £85.00 and the tuition fee £.00

ICT for Beginners A

This course is aimed at absolute beginners and no previous of experience of ICT is needed. However, it is also suitable for learners who have previous experience of ICT but it is out of date or who would like to build up their confidence before going onto higher level courses.

course code: AT1383J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 10
Start: 14 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Monday 10:00-13:00
where: Dorchester Library and Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1384J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 12
Start: 15 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Tuesday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1386J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 13
Start: 17 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1387J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 16
Start: 17 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1388J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 14
Start: 02 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Monday 10:00-13:00
where: Weymouth Library Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1389J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 14
Start: 05 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1390J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 14
Start: 07 Jan 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1391J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 14
Start: 25 Feb 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Thursday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1392J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 16
Start: 25 Feb 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Thursday 14:00-17:00
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1393J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 14
Start: 15 Apr 2027 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1394J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 16
Start: 15 Apr 2027 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1395J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 14
Start: 10 Jun 2027 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £60.00 - this includes exam fee £21.00 and the tuition fee £39.00 (concessions free)

ICT for Beginners B

This course introduces foundational IT skills, guiding learners to safely operate and interact with ICT systems, search for and use information effectively, and enter, develop, and present content for a defined purpose.

course code: AT1144H

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 10
Start: 04 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thu 09:30-12:30
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £62.00 - this includes exam fee £29.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1145H

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 7
Start: 08 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Mon 13:00-16:00
where: Dorchester Library and Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £62.00 - this includes exam fee £29.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1146H

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 9
Start: 15 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Mon 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £62.00 - this includes exam fee £29.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1396J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 12
Start: 17 Sep 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £63.00 - this includes exam fee £30.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1398J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 12
Start: 05 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £63.00 - this includes exam fee £30.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1399J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 16
Start: 05 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £63.00 - this includes exam fee £30.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1400J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 10
Start: 04 Jan 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Monday 10:00-13:00
where: Dorchester Library and Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £63.00 - this includes exam fee £30.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1401J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 12
Start: 07 Jan 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £63.00 - this includes exam fee £30.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1402J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 14
Start: 22 Feb 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Monday 10:00-13:00
where: Weymouth Library Google map
fees: total fee for this course £63.00 - this includes exam fee £30.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1403J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 12
Start: 25 Feb 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 5 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £63.00 - this includes exam fee £30.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1404J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 12
Start: 15 Apr 2027 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £63.00 - this includes exam fee £30.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1405J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 12
Start: 10 Jun 2027 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £63.00 - this includes exam fee £30.00 and the tuition fee £33.00 (concessions free)

course code: PT1406J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 16
Start: 10 Jun 2027 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £156.00 (concession £94.00)

Master your iPhone or iPad

Learn how to get the most out of your phone or tablet - you will be amazed at what it can do.

course code: PT1632H

Availability: This course is available but you cannot enrol online. Please make an enquiry below, and someone will contact you.
places: 4
Start: 04 Jun 2026 (Summer)
Weeks: 6 weeks
Times: Thu 13:30-16:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £25.00

Using AI in the day job - Gateway Level 2 Award

This course will help learners understand and use the most popular AI tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, Canva and Grammarly.

course code: AT1407J

Availability: This course requires you to follow an application process.
places: 13
Start: 06 Jan 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 12 weeks
Times: Wednesday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £182.00 - this includes exam fee £38.00 and the tuition fee £144.00 (concessions free)

Word and PowerPoint Level 1 Award

This course builds the digital skills needed for a successful career

course code: AT1409J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 14
Start: 03 Nov 2026 (Autumn)
Weeks: 11 weeks
Times: Tuesday 13:00-16:00
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £140.00 - this includes exam fee £38.00 and the tuition fee £102.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1410J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 14
Start: 04 Jan 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 11 weeks
Times: Monday 09:30-12:30
where: Dolphin Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £140.00 - this includes exam fee £38.00 and the tuition fee £102.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1412J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 16
Start: 07 Jan 2027 (Spring)
Weeks: 11 weeks
Times: Thursday 09:30-12:30
where: Kings Park Leisure & Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £140.00 - this includes exam fee £38.00 and the tuition fee £102.00 (concessions free)

course code: AT1413J

Availability: This course is available for enrolment.
places: 14
Start: 12 Apr 2027 (Summer)
Weeks: 11 weeks
Times: Monday 10:00-13:00
where: Dorchester Library and Learning Centre Google map
fees: total fee for this course £140.00 - this includes exam fee £38.00 and the tuition fee £102.00 (concessions free)