Developing Online Digital Skills - Entry 3

This course requires you to follow an application process.

Course code: 26D033

Beginners course to help you to develop skills to use online applications.

when
From 09 Sep 2026 to 16 Dec 2026
Wednesday 09:30-12:00  14 weeks
Date
09 Sep 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
16 Sep 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
23 Sep 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
30 Sep 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
07 Oct 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
14 Oct 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
21 Oct 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
04 Nov 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
11 Nov 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
18 Nov 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
25 Nov 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
02 Dec 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
09 Dec 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
Date
16 Dec 2026
Time
09:30 to 12:00
where
location to be advised
fees

free

who

Wolverhampton Adult Education Service

enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk

Course details

<ul>
<li>This Entry 3 unit qualification introduces students to the essential online digital skills needed for everyday life, work and participation in modern society.</li>
<li>The course develops confidence using digital devices, accessing the internet, communicating online and managing information safely.</li>
<li>Learners gain practical abilities in searching for information, sending emails, downloading documents, and completing online forms.</li>
</ul>

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Key Topics

<ul>
<li>Using Devices & Getting Online</li>
<li>Handling Information</li>
<li>Communicating Online</li>
<li>Completing Online Tasks</li>
<li>Staying Safe & Secure</li>
</ul>

Course requirements

<ul>
<li>You must be aged 19 or over.</li>
<li>No previous digital skills are required.</li>
<li>An initial assessment will determine your starting point.</li>
<li>Suitable for learners who are new to computers, smartphones or online services.</li>
</ul>

Location

<p>City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton, WV1 3AU</p>

What are the benefits of this course?

<ul>
<li>Builds confidence using digital devices, essential for work, learning and daily life.</li>
<li>Helps students perform important everyday digital tasks such as online forms, emails and information searches.</li>
<li>Supports employability by developing necessary foundational IT skills for modern workplaces.</li>
<li>Enables students to stay safe online and understand digital security.</li>
<li>Designed specifically to provide digital skills needed for life, work and society.</li>
<li>Creates a pathway into further digital qualifications and vocational training.</li>
</ul>

How will I learn?

<ul>
<li>Builds confidence using digital devices, essential for work, learning and daily life.</li>
<li>Helps students perform important everyday digital tasks such as online forms, emails and information searches.</li>
<li>Supports employability by developing necessary foundational IT skills for modern workplaces.</li>
<li>Enables students to stay safe online and understand digital security.</li>
<li>Designed specifically to provide digital skills needed for life, work and society.</li>
<li>Creates a pathway into further digital qualifications and vocational training.</li>
</ul>

How will my progress be monitored and assessed?

<ul>
<li>The qualification is internally assessed through tasks</li>
<li>Assessment is ongoing and based on demonstrating practical digital skills.</li>
<li>Evidence is internally verified and externally quality assured</li>
</ul>

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Are there any additional costs?

<ul>
<li>Course fees may apply, depending on eligibility.</li>
<li>No specialist equipment required.</li>
<li>You may wish to bring basic stationery (pen, notebook</li>
</ul>

What qualification will I get?

<p>Entry Level Award in Developing Online Digital Skills</p>

What will I be able to do after this course?

<p>Progress to:</p>

<ul>
<li>Essential Digital Skills Entry Level 3</li>
<li>Essential Digital Skills Level 1</li>
<li>Other introductory ICT or vocational courses</li>
</ul>

<p>Use digital devices confidently in daily life and at work.</p>

<p>Communicate more effectively online (email, forms, information searching).</p>

<p>Apply digital skills to support job applications, training and community participation.</p>

Further information

<p>For further information, careers, or educational advice contact our Student Services Team:</p>

<p>01902 558180 | <a href="mailto:enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk" target="_blank">enquiries@aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</a> | <a href="http://www.aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk/" target="_blank">www.aes.wolverhampton.gov.uk</a></p>

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