Computers and Internet for Beginners Certification

Computer and Internet for Beginners Certification

This easy-to-follow 10 module course is designed to help staff in your business with a very basic understanding of how to operate a computer and the internet, in order to advance their knowledge and master these tools.

This course will give team members an understanding of how to use a computer, in order to simplify their life and advance their career. They will learn how to use the internet to research, use social media, manage their e-mails, retrieve information and how to stay safe while doing so.

This course is entirely online, so your employees are able to study anywhere and at any time as long, as they have an internet connection.

The course generally takes around 15 hours to complete, but, as everyone studies at different rates, some individuals are able to complete the course sooner than others. Access to this course is available across all devices that have internet access.

 

What’s covered in the course?

Through this course, learners will learn:

  • The basic components and how to operate a computer;
  • What software is necessary, to enable a computer to function;
  • The tools that are available to correct errors, locate files, undo and redo actions or copy and paste;
  • Keyboard shortcuts and how you can use them, in order to simplify their experience;
  • The fundamentals of the internet, such as how it works and how to find a service provider and activate their service;
  • How to use basic internet functions and tools and how to locate and navigate websites;
  • The ability to effortlessly navigate their e-mail, even using advanced features;
  • Familiarisation with social media, learning how to create an account, upload photos and how to use it, in order to professionally connect with people;
  • The importance of internet safety and how to create a strong password, in order to safeguard their accounts.

 

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Duration:
15 hrs
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All major devices and browsers

Course FAQ

Who can take the Computers and Internet for Beginners Certification course?

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There are no entry requirements to take the course.

What is the structure of the course?

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The course is broken down into 10 individual modules. Each module takes between 20 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although students are free to spend as much or as little time as they feel necessary on each module.

Where / when can the course be studied?

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The course can be studied study at any time and from any internet connected device

Is there a test at the end of the course?

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Once you have completed all 10 modules there is a multiple choice test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the 10 modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

What is the pass mark for the final test?

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The pass mark for the test is 70%.

What happens if a user fails the test?

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If the user doesn’t pass the test first time they will get further opportunities to take the test again after extra study. There are no limits to the number of times a test can be taken.

How long does it take to complete the Computers and Internet for Beginners Certification course?

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We estimate that the course will take about 15 hours to complete in total, plus an additional 30 minutes for the end of course test.

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