The OCN Level 1 in Essential Digital Skills course will allow you to demonstrate understanding of and competency in the essential digital skills you need for life and work.  

It will enable you to engage with digital services and products in everyday life and work. 

You will use a variety of Microsoft applications to create, edit and save different types of files e.g. documents, spreadsheet and slideshows. Improve competence and confidence when carrying out online searches, using online shopping sites and internet banking. 

You are expected to have confidence in basic word processing and formatting, as well as a fundamental understanding of internet searching and email, and be able to do these tasks independently.  

You should have at least Entry 3 in literacy/ESOL and be working towards Level 1 

 You will need to sit an initial assessment before enrolling on the course to check your current skills.