IT for Beginners — Part-time
Course outline
This course aims to cover a wide range of general computing topics. It opens the imagination to what is possible with a computer.
You will use common types of software to carry out simple tasks, such as Microsoft word to produce a letter.
On this course, you will learn:
- Microsoft Office
- File management
- Formatting and Editing
- Internet and email
- Microsoft Teams
- Basic maths and English including grammar and punctuation
- Equality, Diversity & Inclusion, Fundamental British Values, Safeguarding and Prevent
The course will build up confidence in yourself and your computer and can be tailored to your needs.
Community classes are first steps into learning for many adults, enabling them to find out more about a subject of interest in a welcoming, inclusive local venue.
From September 2024, funding changes mean that courses primary aim is to support students into further education or employment opportunities (paid or voluntary). If students wish to continue studying the same subject on a leisure basis, it may be possible to set up full cost courses, subject to tutor and room availability.
How to apply for this course
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Location:
Southglade Park
Southglade Road Bestwood Nottingham NG5 5GU |
Date / time:Start: Tuesday 10th September 2024 End: Tuesday 26th November 2024 Time: 10:00am - 12:15pm |
Fees / reductions:Tuition fees may be waived for this course if you are in receipt of certain benefits or have a low income. Please see our Fee and Financial Support page to see if you can claim a fee reduction. Tuition fee: £78.75 |
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Course code: C052925 / Q052926 |
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Location:
Southglade Park
Southglade Road Bestwood Nottingham NG5 5GU |
Date / time:Start: Tuesday 10th September 2024 End: Tuesday 26th November 2024 Time: 1:00pm - 3:15pm |
Fees / reductions:Tuition fees may be waived for this course if you are in receipt of certain benefits or have a low income. Please see our Fee and Financial Support page to see if you can claim a fee reduction. Tuition fee: £78.75 |
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Course code: C052927 / Q052928 |
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Location:
Snape Wood Road
Nottingham NG6 7GH |
Date / time:Start: Thursday 12th September 2024 End: Thursday 28th November 2024 Time: 10:00am - 12:15pm |
Fees / reductions:Tuition fees may be waived for this course if you are in receipt of certain benefits or have a low income. Please see our Fee and Financial Support page to see if you can claim a fee reduction. Tuition fee: £78.75 |
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Course code: C052929 / Q052930 |
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Location:
Southglade Park
Southglade Road Bestwood Nottingham NG5 5GU |
Date / time:Start: Tuesday 4th March 2025 End: Tuesday 20th May 2025 Time: 1:00pm - 3:15pm |
Fees / reductions:Tuition fees may be waived for this course if you are in receipt of certain benefits or have a low income. Please see our Fee and Financial Support page to see if you can claim a fee reduction. Tuition fee: £78.75 |
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Course code: C052933 / Q052934 |
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Location:
Southglade Park
Southglade Road Bestwood Nottingham NG5 5GU |
Date / time:Start: Tuesday 4th March 2025 End: Tuesday 20th May 2025 Time: 10:00am - 12:15pm |
Fees / reductions:Tuition fees may be waived for this course if you are in receipt of certain benefits or have a low income. Please see our Fee and Financial Support page to see if you can claim a fee reduction. Tuition fee: £78.75 |
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Course code: C052931 / Q052932 |
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Location:
Snape Wood Road
Nottingham NG6 7GH |
Date / time:Start: Thursday 6th March 2025 End: Thursday 22nd May 2025 Time: 10:00am - 12:15pm |
Fees / reductions:Tuition fees may be waived for this course if you are in receipt of certain benefits or have a low income. Please see our Fee and Financial Support page to see if you can claim a fee reduction. Tuition fee: £78.75 |
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Course code: C052935 / Q052936 |
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| Qualification | College Certificate |
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| Level | Entry Level |
| Entry requirements | You must be aged 19+ and have a good standard of English as you will be required to complete a short workbook with the help of your tutor. |
| Teaching & assessment | Tutors will give regular verbal and written feedback. You will be required to complete an Individual Learning Plan (ILP) and encouraged to set your own personal targets as part of this course. |
| Progression | There may be opportunities to progress onto other courses both in the community and at Nottingham College sites. The course tutor can discuss appropriate opportunities if you wish to further your learning in this subject area. Community classes are first steps into learning for many adults, enabling them to find out more about a subject of interest in a welcoming, inclusive local venue. From September 2024, funding changes mean that courses primary aim is to support students into further education or employment opportunities (paid or voluntary). If students wish to continue studying the same subject on a leisure basis, it may be possible to set up full cost courses, subject to tutor and room availability. |
| Additional information | You can read more about community courses and your individual Learning Plan in our Guidance for Community Learners booklet. Tutor: Novelette Williams (St George's Centre) |
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