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Essential Digital Skills (EDSQ) Level 1

at Bury Metropolitan Borough Council, Bury · local authority

Level 1Stepping stonesOther11 weeksPart time

What the college says

"This course helps learners use digital devices safely and confidently in everyday life. Learners will practise using computers for work, learning, and personal tasks. The course is supportive and practical, with lots of time to practise and ask questions. What you'll learn: Use a digital device (computer, tablet) Find information online using search engines Communicate using email and online tools Create simple digital content (documents, messages) Stay safe online, including passwords and privacy Solve simple digital problems Learning is broken into small steps and explained in plain language. By the end of the course, I will be able to: Enter and combine text and other information within word processing documents by using tables tool, mail merge, and graphics. Create and modify page layout. Use tools to format and present documents effectively to meet requirements. Use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise numerical and other data and use tools and techniques to present and format data into charts and graphs. Input and combine text and other information in PowerPoint and create slideshow for presentation. "

What you need to get on

No entry requirements

How you are assessed

Entry level and Level 1 study, English and maths retakes, and supported programmes.

What this level means

A first step that builds towards Level 2.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Bury Adult Learning Centre

    18 Haymarket Street Bury, Lancashire, BL9 0AQ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 21 September 2026 · Lancashire

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