Digital Functional Skills Entry Level
If you are just beginning to build your confidence with technology. We will support you to develop your basic awareness and move to independent interaction with digital devices and software.
You'll move beyond simply turning on a computer and start mastering essential tasks like organising digital files, using search engines to find specific information, and understanding the basics of online safety and privacy.
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Description
Throughout the programme we will cover five key pillars to ensure a well-rounded foundation:
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Using Devices and Handling Information: Navigating operating systems and managing folders.
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Creating and Editing: Using word processing software to draft simple documents or editing basic images.
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Communicating: Sending professional emails and using social media responsibly.
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Transacting: Managing online accounts and making secure digital payments.
- Being Safe and Responsible: Recognizing "phishing" attempts and protecting personal data.
The goal of this programme is to provide you with the "digital literacy" required for modern life and entry-level employment, ensuring no one is left behind in an increasingly paperless world.
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Entry requirements
Basic IT Skills
An interest in developing your basic IT skills and developing your digital literacy.
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Qualification
Digital Functional Skills Entry 3 - Certificate
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Progression
Digital Functional Skills Level 1
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Assessment
Initial Assessment via Skills Builder, then 4 weeks assessed learning followed by 4 task assessment.
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Home study
You'll be expected to complete around 10 hours self-directed study outside of the classroom.
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Work placement
There is no placement element attached to this programme however you'll be encouraged to practice what you have learnt outside of the classroom between classes.
Upcoming Programmes
| Code | Day | Start | End | Times | Fees* |
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| DFS/E3 262701 | Monday | 14/09/2026 | 22/03/2027 | 09:30 - 14:30 | £0 |
* Terms and conditions apply. The fees stated on this website are for guidance purposes only and should be checked before enrolment. Unless otherwise stated, fees shown are for tuition only, over one academic year. Where a course is longer than one academic year, the fees stated are for the first year, and the cost of the second or subsequent years will be discussed at interview. For details of fee remission for students over 19 click here. If you think you may be entitled to a concession or fee remission, or you would like more information on the additional costs associated with your chosen course, please contact us on 01635 845000 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..