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Course overview

This is a FREE computer course for absolute beginners!

The course is suitable for anyone starting to use a computer for the first time or wants to improve their basic computer knowledge and skills in an informal and friendly environment with an experienced tutor.

  • Understand the basics how to use a computer and laptop (on/off, cables, input/output devices)
  • Explore the icons and buttons on the screen
  • Open and save files and organise folders
  • Search for information on the internet
  • Open, read and send emails
  • Understand how to fill out an online form
  • Be aware how to stay safe on the internet
  • Experience using AI (Artificial intelligence) and understand how it can help you

Learners with any special needs can discuss these with the tutor at enrolment to ensure that the course is suitable or can be adapted for their needs.

Places on this course are limited to the number of computers available at the venue.

Session details

This course is for 5 weeks, please check you can attend every session for the whole course.
If these dates or times are not suitable, we will be offering more courses later in the year.

Once you've registered your interest, you will receive emails from us to keep you updated and to provide you with more information.

At the first session, your tutor will offer you details about the course, and a chance to ask any questions.

Eligibility criteria

Learners must be aged 19 or over from 1st August 2025

Unfortunately you will not be eligible to enrol on this course if you live in Wolverhampton, Walsall, Sandwell, Dudley, Solihull or Birmingham.

The course is FREE for those who are eligible to enrol on the course.

Venue and accessibility

MEETING POINT HOUSE

Meeting Point House is wheelchair accessible and has a lift to the second floor, wheelchair accessible toilets are also available.

The entrance to Meeting Point House is situated to the right of Novello Lounge in Southwater, Telford. The address is:

Meeting Point House
Southwater Square
Telford
TF3 4HS

Car Parking

There are several car parks situated in the area around Southwater, the cheapest option for all day parking is: Brown Elm Car Park, Telford, TF3 4BX

Bus

Meeting Point House is a short walk away from Telford's main bus station, either through the shopping centre, or crossing over the road through the Brown Elm car park.

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Certification

None

What to Do Next

Are you feeling more confident and want to continue your learning?

At the end of the course, the tutor will help and advise you on your next steps into further learning or work opportunities. You can also search for more courses on Learn Telford which we regularly update with details of new courses throughout the year.

We offer a wide range of short taster courses you can try in community centres around Telford and, when you feel ready to take your learning further, we can offer you an opportunity to join an accredited course and help you gain a qualification.

For enquiries contact:

Opening Hours 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

Telephone: 01952 382888

Email: support@learntelford.ac.uk