SHORT COURSES

IT Essentials

Course code: H40E133
Type: Short Courses
Duration: 10 weeks
Subject area: Computing,IT
Location: Hereford
Additional Costs - £5.00,FE Tuition - £80.00

About the course

This IT Essentials course covers basic skills in how to use a range of digital devices. We

get hands on with different technologies to build practical knowledge which boosts

employability, enchances digital literacy and supports navigation in an evergrowing

digital world.

Alongside the inperson delivery and learning, there are supplementary videos, activities

and content which you can optionally engage with.

It is important to note that the content will be adjusted according to the needs of the learners enrolled.

Why choose us

Our purpose-built labs, equipped with industry-standard technology, ensure learners gain hands-on experience in IT, computing and more. Our department maintains strong academic and industry connections, providing students with pathways for progression and valuable insights into the computing field. We have resources to support learners of every walk of life, we adapt our courses and department to the needs of our learners. As a Cisco Networking Academy, we offer a range of Cisco courses and modules within our main qualifications, enabling students to leave us with both academic credentials and the opportunity to engage in Cisco-certified courses. This additional certification supports learning and career prospects.

What you could do next

After completing the IT Essentials course you could progress onto our IT Foundations course or move onto one of ourspecialised short courses in Cyber Security Networking or Programming to expand your knowledge in a particular field.

Popular modules

Week 1: Getting Started with Devices

Week 2: Building Confidence with File Management

Week 3: Introduction to App and Software Management

Week 4: Exploring Online Communication

Week 5: Navigating Device Connectivity

Week 6: Staying Safe Online

Week 7: Mastering Microsoft Office 365

Week 8: Generative AI and Emerging Technologies

Week 9: Resolving Common Technical Issues

Week 10: Wrap-Up and Practical Projects

Key facts

Dates: 21st January to 1st April 2025

Times: 6.00 to 8.00pm, Tuesday evenings

Length of course: 10 weeks

Venue: Folly Lane Campus, Hereford HR1 1LS

Tutor: Lewis Campbell

Level: Beginners and improvers

Cost: Tuition £80 + Materials £5 = £85

Assessment methods

There is an optional quiz for a recognised Cisco certificate and digital badge. There is no obligation to take this quiz.

Entry requirements

No previous experience necessary