The Ascentis 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. 

What topics will we cover? 

• Handling Information and Content – locate and manage information on three different devices, use software applications e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint 

• Communicating – send emails to multiple recipients, demonstrate how use and participate in video calls 

• Transacting – be confident completing and submitting online forms and be able to buy items or a service online 

• Problem Solving – solving simple problems related to digital accounts 

• Being safe and responsible online – identify online risks and threats and use simple methods to protect data. Manage Wi Fi and Privacy setting on own devices.