How to Use A Computer For Beginners - Arnold Library - Adult Learning

This course offers a straightforward introduction to using a computer, delivered in a patient and supportive environment.
You'll begin with the very basics, including how to switch a computer on and off correctly. From there, you’ll develop essential skills such as using the keyboard and mouse effectively. You will also explore useful websites and gain confidence in navigating the internet and sending emails.
These foundational digital skills are increasingly valued by employers and can enhance your opportunities in a wide range of job roles or just be used to keep up to date.

Learning outcomes:

• Operate a computer mouse to perform basic functions such as clicking, double-clicking, right-clicking, and scrolling

• Use a computer keyboard accurately to type letters, words, and simple sentences

• Access websites and effectively locate information online using a search engine

Entry requirements:

There are no formal entry requirements. This course is suitable for beginners.

What to bring:

No specialist equipment is required. You can bring a pen or pencil to make notes. Computers are provided.

Funding and Fees

If you receive certain benefits, you may be able to take the course for free.
If money is stopping you from enrolling, please visit our funding page to see what help is available.

Living in England

To book and join one of our courses, you must live in England permanently and either:

• Live outside the devolved areas listed below, or

Live inside the East Midlands Combined County Authority (EMCCA) area (Nottinghamshire or Derbyshire).

You cannot enrol if you live in these devolved areas:

• Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA)

• Liverpool City Region Combined Authority

• North East Combined Authority

• South Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority

• Tees Valley Combined Authority

• West Midlands Combined Authority

• West of England Combined Authority

• West Yorkshire Combined Authority

• Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Combined Authority

• York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority

• Hull and East Yorkshire

• Greater Lincolnshire

• Devon and Torbay Combined County Authority

• Cornwall Council

• Lancashire Combined County Authority

• Buckinghamshire Council

Residency Requirements (Additional Information)

If you live in the UK on a visa, we’ll need evidence of your visa to confirm funding. You can upload this when applying, and you’ll need to complete a short questionnaire.

Some exceptions include:

• Your visa must last until after your course ends.

• Asylum seekers must have lived in the UK for at least 6 months while their claim is being processed.

• You are supported by your local authority under Section 23C or 23CA of the Children Act 1989, or under the Care Act 2014.

Anyone who does not meet the funding criteria would need to pay full course fees.