Have you been interested in a job you've seen online, but don't know how to apply?

Whether you are looking for work, thinking about returning to work after a break, or considering a career change, many jobs are now advertised on the internet, and this course will help you to improve your skills in using a computer and applying for jobs online. The course provides you with the essential digital skills you'll need to search and apply for jobs online, and you'll also be able to work towards a City & Guilds qualification, something extra to add to your CV.
The course would require you to have a basic knowledge of how to use a computer or laptop.
If you are looking for an absolute beginner level course, register for Computer Confidence course. 

• gain confidence in your digital skills
• search for jobs online
• use a computer to write or improve your CV (in Microsoft Word)
• use emails to send your CV and files

Places are limited on this course, so don’t delay to register.

There is no exam and you will produce a portfolio of written work with support from your tutor, to demonstrate the skills on the course, required to achieve a City & Guilds Entry Level 3 Award in Employability Skills qualification.

Gaining confidence in using digital skills might also help you to:

• make new friends in your local area
• support your children with their school work
• use online platforms for Council services

This course is for 10 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, bring your ID and the tutor will offer you details about the course, and a chance to ask any questions.

Our accredited Computing for Jobseeker's courses are free if you are:

• Unemployed
• or employed and earn less than £25,750 annual gross salary

You will need to provide evidence of your income if you are employed and believe you are entitled to a free course. This could be a pay slip or contract of employment.
If you are employed and earn over £25,750 annual gross salary, the course is part funded by the government but you will be required to make a contribution of £111. We have a fee remission policy, so if you earn £25,750 or more per year but still cannot afford to pay for the course you can apply for support. This may mean your course fee is reduced, or you may be able to attend the course without paying a fee.  Please contact us if you would like to make an application.

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.

Bishton Court is situated in the new Station Quarter area next to The Quad building. The address is:

Bishton Court
Ironmasters Way, Telford
TF3 4JE

Bishton Court is wheelchair accessible and is situated on the ground floor, wheelchair accessible toilets are also available.

Free tea and coffee are available at Bishton Court during your course.

Public transport

Bishton Court is only a short walk away from Telford bus station by walking through the shopping centre towards Aldi car park.  You then need to cross the road and walk through The Station Quarter and we are situated on the corner by The Quad building.  We are also only a short walk from Telford Train Station over the bridge. 

Free parking is available for the duration of your course at Southwater multi storey car park.  Ask your tutor for further information on the day. Use the postcode TF3 4BZ to take you to the Southwater multi storey car park

There is no parking onsite at Bishton Court.

City & Guilds (C&G)

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.

Opening Hours 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday

Telephone: 01952 382888

Email: support@learntelford.ac.uk

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