Getting to grips with using your computer (06B38CL/23)
Course details
| Day | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 14:00 | 16:00 |
| Total | £18.00 |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fees | £18.00 |
Do you want to start learning how to use a computer, but you are unsure where to start? Our Getting to Grips with Your Computer course is just for you! This course would be ideal if you are wanting to find out the basics about how to use your computer, including how to use a mouse and keyboard. This course aims to help you with taking the first step into the digital world and will help you to improve your confidence in using a computer.
This session will teach you to recognise the different parts of the computer and how to power it on and off. You will explore the different ways that you can use the mouse and keyboard to help you to make your way around the computer screen and use different applications. If you want to make that first step to improving your digital skills, why not come along and learn something new with one of our friendly tutors?
What will I learn?
On this course, you will learn:
- How to turn a computer on and off.
- How to use a mouse and/or track pad to move around the computer screen.
- How to use a keyboard to type, including using special characters and capital letters.
- How to open and close applications.
- How to continue practise at home; your tutor will share some excellent websites that can be used to improve your mouse and keyboard skills.
What is it like to learn with East Riding Adult Learning and Employability?
At East Riding Adult Learning and Employability we pride ourselves on the support we give to our learners, from the very first time you contact us, to the day you achieve your goals.
If you choose to join this course you will be supported by our dedicated staff, learn in a small friendly and welcoming group, have the opportunity to take part in activities to practise your skills, be encouraged to continue to practise when you are away from the classroom and receive lots of encouragement to help you build both your skills and your confidence.
As well as working in groups, you will benefit from regular time working with your tutor, discussing your progress and planning your next steps. They will also tell you about all of the other great opportunities that you have access to including help with developing your skills, joining one of our creative skills classes or sessions to improve your health, wellbeing, confidence or resilience. If you are looking for work or aiming for a change of role, then your tutor will also make you aware of the employability programmes we have available to support you in achieving your employment goals.
Our team will be there to support you at every step of your journey and we always welcome your feedback to help us ensure that you feel safe, happy, supported and welcome.
What do I need to join the course?
A willingness to learn and a positive attitude! You do not need to have any prior experience of using a computer to join this course. This course is suitable for you if you want to learn the basics of using a computer.
What do I need to provide for the first session?
There is nothing specific that you need to provide for your first session, but you might find it helpful to bring a notebook and pen to make some notes to help with your learning.
What could I do next?
You can choose to complete some of our other digital courses to improve your computer skills. As a next step, you could choose to learn about Managing Files and Folders on a Computer, Using the Internet for Safe Searching on a Computer or even Managing your Emails on a Computer. You might also like to join our Getting to Grips with Using a Smartphone or Tablet course.
Can we help you to learn?
You can find more information on the Financial help and additional support page or you can contact us to talk about this and any other support we can provide.
Venue Details
Adult Learning BridlingtonAdult Learning Centre, King Street, Bridlington
YO15 2DF
01262 677500