Principles of Internet Safety
at Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council, Oldbury · local authority
What the college says
A beginner IT course designed to help increase awareness of internet safety by improving your knowledge of the dangers online when using the internet. This is an important skill to learn with an increasing number of people using the internet every day. It is essential that everyone using the internet is aware of the potential risks in doing so. On this course we will highlight areas of concern. Improve and practice computer skills, building confidence with using a computer in a relaxed and friendly environment. Internet safety courses highlight to potential employers that you are a confident and competent user of both computers and the internet, which is crucial for many job roles. This course aims to increase awareness of e-safety and improve knowledge of the dangers online when using the internet. This course is designed to highlight particular areas of concern for internet users, such as sharing personal information online and the possibility of being groomed online.
What you need to get on
There are no formal entry requirements for this course. However, before you can join this course you will be required to complete an initial interview and assessment to ensure the course is suitable and identify that you have an adequate level of English. It is important that learners attend all classes, as not attending reduces their ability to achieve on the course.
How you are assessed
Short courses, awards and certificates that do not fit the main routes.
What this level means
The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Age range not confirmed in the source data. Check with the provider.
Where it runs
Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council
Online
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