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IT User Skills
In-demand free online course
Our new, free online course aims to develop your knowledge, understanding and competence in a range of different IT areas.
Free Online Course Accredited by TQUK
IT Skills Are In Serious Demand
12.6 million UK adults lack basic digital skills.
- Explore how IT can be used in different ways
- Discover the best softwares and tools for specific tasks
- Learn about the importance of IT security
- Look in detail at presentation and spreadsheet software
The Free Online Course is Split into 5 manageable units
Get qualified and improve your productivity and efficiency
Using IT to increase productivity
- Section 1: Be able to plan and select which IT tools and systems are best suited to completion of an identified task.
- Section 2: Be able to identify any restrictions or constraints that may affect how a task can be completed using IT tools and systems.
- Section 3: Be able to use IT tools and systems to complete an identified task.
- Section 4: Be able to review approach to using IT tools and systems.
- Section 5: Be able to adapt their approach as a result of their experiences using IT tools and systems to complete a task.
IT software fundamentals
- Section 1: Select and use appropriate software applications to meet needs and solve problems.
- Section 2: Enter, develop, combine and format different types of information to suit its meaning and purpose.
- Section 3: Present information in ways that are fit for purpose and audience.
- Section 4: Evaluate the selection and use of IT tools and facilities to present information.
IT security for users
- Section 1: Use appropriate methods to minimise security risks to IT systems and data.
Presentation software
- Section 1: Input and combine text and other information within presentation slides.
- Section 2: Use presentation software tools to structure, edit and format slide sequences.
- Section 3: Prepare slideshow for presentation.
Spreadsheet software
- Section 1: Use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise numerical and other data.
- Section 2: Select and use appropriate formulas and data analysis tools to meet requirements.
- Section 3: Select and use tools and techniques to present and format spreadsheet information.
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3 simple steps to enrolment
STEP 1
Create an account with us via the short form below
STEP 2
Complete your online learner application form
STEP 3
Complete a brief online initial assessment
- When you have successfully completed your application you will receive email confirmation. Course login details are issued 24 hours after funding is accepted.
Step 1/3 - Create an Account
Progression Opportunities
Our parent company Free Courses in Scotland offer even more opportunities to learn for free.
