• This Entry 3 unit qualification introduces students to the essential online digital skills needed for everyday life, work and participation in modern society.
• The course develops confidence using digital devices, accessing the internet, communicating online and managing information safely.
• Learners gain practical abilities in searching for information, sending emails, downloading documents, and completing online forms.

• Using Devices & Getting Online
• Handling Information
• Communicating Online
• Completing Online Tasks
• Staying Safe & Secure

• You must be aged 19 or over.
• No previous digital skills are required.
• An initial assessment will determine your starting point.
• Suitable for learners who are new to computers, smartphones or online services.

• Builds confidence using digital devices, essential for work, learning and daily life.
• Helps students perform important everyday digital tasks such as online forms, emails and information searches.
• Supports employability by developing necessary foundational IT skills for modern workplaces.
• Enables students to stay safe online and understand digital security.
• Designed specifically to provide digital skills needed for life, work and society.
• Creates a pathway into further digital qualifications and vocational training.

• Through hands on practice using laptops, tablets and smartphones.
• Teacher demonstrations followed by guided activities.
• Practical tasks such as sending emails, downloading files and using online forms.
• Supportive group learning suitable for beginners.

• The qualification is internally assessed through tasks
• Assessment is ongoing and based on demonstrating practical digital skills.
• Evidence is internally verified and externally quality assured

City Learning Quarter, Old Hall Street, Wolverhampton WV1 3AU

• Course fees may apply, depending on eligibility.
• No specialist equipment required.
• You may wish to bring basic stationery (pen, notebook).

Entry Level Award in Developing Online Digital Skills

Progress to:

• Essential Digital Skills Entry Level 3
• Essential Digital Skills Level 1
• Other introductory ICT or vocational courses

Use digital devices confidently in daily life and at work.
Communicate more effectively online (email, forms, information searching).
Apply digital skills to support job applications, training and community participation.