Beginners Digital Skills
This course is designed for beginners who've never used a computer before. We'll guide you through the basics, giving you the skills you need to feel confident in today's digital world.
Dates, locations and times
Staffordshire Moorlands
6 January 2026 to 27 January 2026, Tuesdays, 10.45AM - 12.45PM
24 February 2026 to 17 March 2026, Tuesdays, 10.45AM - 12.45PM
Biddulph Library
Tunstall Road
Biddulph
ST8 6HH
26 February 2026 to 19 March 2026, Thursdays, 1.30PM - 3.30PM
Cheadle Library
15a High Street
Cheadle
ST10 1AA
Who is this course aimed at?
This course is for Staffordshire residents aged 16 and over. Never used a computer before? Build up your confidence from a complete beginners level exploring switching on, logging in, using a mouse and keyboard and internet searching for shopping, information and everyday use as well as being able to access and read/send emails and safety around these.
Entry Requirements
No entry requirements.
Course Content
This course will build your confidence with using the internet and email using devices such as computers, phones and tablets. You will learn how to carry out everyday tasks securely such as registering and searching on websites and making payments, uploading and downloading files and emailing safely. You will be introduced to AI and how it can be used to make your life easier.
Learning Methods
Teaching will include tutor led sessions in small groups, 1:1 tuition, tutor demonstration, quizzes, and practical exercises.
Learner Support
Your tutor will support you throughout your learning journey. Your tutor will get to know you and what you want to achieve from the course and include this in the delivery of sessions. You will also have the opportunity to have some one-to-one time with your tutor.
Course Assessments
Throughout the course you will complete a number of tasks relevant to your learning. Your tutor will give you feedback throughout using an Individual Learning Plan. The Individual Learning Plan records your learning and your achievement.
Learning Materials
You will need a pen, a note pad and a documents folder. For homework you will need an internet connected device, either a PC, a laptop, an iPad, tablet or smart phone - you could do this at your local library.
What can learners do next/progress onto?
Throughout the course your tutor will provide you with information and advice about other learning opportunities. When you have completed this course, you can progress onto another digital skills course. You may also want to gain a qualification to help you develop more skills for everyday life or for employment. You can also learn at home using Learn My Way, Skillswise or BBC Bitesize websites.
Are there any fees?
This course is fully funded and so there are no course fees.
Who delivers this course?
Direct Delivery Team
How to enrol on this course and find out more?
Ben Murphy
Telephone: 01785 278770
Email: communitylearning@staffordshire.gov.uk