Basic Computer Essentials

LOCATION:

Onsite at Bishopstown Campus.

CERTIFICATION:

• ICDL Digital Citizen.

INTRODUCTION:

Our ICDL Basic Computer Essentials course will give you the skills to navigate computers and IT with confidence.

COURSE CONTENT:

• Computer basics:
  Types of computer, health and safety, logging on.
• Introduction to the desktop:
  Learn how to use a desktop computer.
• Introduction to documents:
  Introduction to use of documents and MS Word.
• Introduction to the web:
  Learn to surf the web safely.
• Communications:
  Learn how to use email.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTS:

Applicants apply online on www.fetchcourses.ie 

Those from outside the EEA or Common Travel Area must provide evidence of Stamp Four status to undertake this course.

FAQs:

How much does the course cost?
There are no course fees for the course.

What hours are involved?
This is a short full time course, which usually runs for three weeks. The course times are 8.30am – 3.45pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am – 12.45pm on Friday.

What funding is available?
If you are in receipt of social welfare payment, you may be entitled to a training allowance for the programme duration.

How is the course assessed?
The course is assessed through a mixture of practical demonstration and written examination.

Is there work experience?
No, there is no work experience on this short programme.