Advanced Computer Skills for Employability
Subject Area
Digital
Student Type
Adults
Study Mode
Part Time
Course Type
Community Learning
What is the course about?
This part-time adult course will build upon your current knowledge and boost your digital skills further. The course is designed to enable you to develop basic IT & employment skills which may be needed for work or even for home. This practical short course will further explore Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint and Excel, using specific tools to create more advanced documents, presentations and spreadsheets, as well as preparing you for employability.
Why should I choose the course?
This is an ideal part-time adult course for anyone who wants to build and develop their digital skills and confidence in a friendly environment. It builds upon the skills you already possess, such as by attending our Next Steps to Computer Skills for Employability course. Whether you are looking to develop skills for work, further study, or personal use, this short course for adults provides a supportive learning experience.
What will I learn?
On the course, you will:
- Creating an online presence for sharing information and files via the creation of a simple webpage (Online Portfolio).
- Producing high-quality documents for a variety of purposes, integrating elements and data from other applications.
- Developing Interactive Content with PowerPoint and Creating an auto-starting Kiosk application incorporating videos and audio narration and using animation and transition tools where appropriate.
- Maintaining and querying database (Datasets) and merging to produce print runs with selected recipients.
- Discussion of new technologies, found in both the home and the workplace, such as the Internet of Things (IoT), cloud computing and possibly Generative AI such as ChatGPT.
If you would like more information on the learning outcomes, please email ACLenquiries@wvr.ac.uk
What will the course lead on to?
On completion of this course, you may be offered progression onto another ACL course, such as,
- Digital Photography (Introduction, Next Steps & Advanced level),
- Get Started with Website Design (for all)
- Audio Production (for all)
- Video Production (for all)
- Podcast Production (for all)
- Getting Started with AI (for all, understanding and using)
- Home Networking (for all)
- Cyber Security (for all)
- EDSQ Levels 1 & 2
We offer a wide variety of part-time adult courses and short courses for adults to help you upskill, secure that promotion, get back into learning, progress to university, or simply meet new friends. Whatever your goals, we will have something for you.
What support is available?
We have a team of staff dedicated to providing learning support if required, as well as a Wellbeing Team that is on hand to offer guidance, support and help when needed. Additionally, eligible students can access a wide range of finance and funding support to help them during their time at college. Further information can be located here: College Life
Why should I choose to study the course at Warrington & Vale Royal College?
Here at Warrington & Vale Royal College we have a team of dedicated, experienced staff who can share their extensive knowledge and skills with you. Learning in a friendly and inclusive environment, you will be fully supported to achieve your goals while studying on a flexible part-time adult course designed to fit around your existing commitments.
What are the entry requirements?
Ideal progression for those who have previously completed either the Introduction and Next Steps Essential Digital Skills or the Next steps to Computer Skills for Employability courses.
To have an interest in the subject area. Be willing to partake in classroom activities and discussions and to self-assess your weekly progress using an individual learning plan at the end of each session.
What are my funding options?
For information on funding contact Learner Services on 01925 494400 or email learner.services@wvr.ac.uk
Are there any additional costs associated with the course?
There are no additional costs for the course.
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