Lets Get Digital Starters
During this pre-qualification digital course, "Let's Get Digital" will support you to improve your digital literacy skills and navigate the digital world with confidence and develop personal skills, communication and self-confidence.
Course Summary
Starting:
Tuesday 16 September 2025
Duration:
18 sessions over 18 week(s)
Time:
10:00 for 02:30 hours
Cost:
Free
Find us here
ACL Clacton
St. Osyth Road
Clacton-on-Sea
Essex
CO15 3BN
What qualification/level is this course
Pre-entry and Entry level through to Level 1.
Who is this course for?
Young people and adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities and/or Autism who need to improve their confidence and progress into accredited courses.
What can I expect to Learn?
Participants will learn essential digital skills such as using devices, navigating the internet, understanding online safety, and utilizing digital tools for communication and creativity. Through hands-on practice and guided instruction, individuals will develop the knowledge and confidence to thrive in a digital environment. This course provides a supportive and inclusive space where participants can explore the vast opportunities of the digital landscape, empowering them to connect, learn, and express themselves in the digital age.
How will I learn?
Your tutor will use a number of different teaching methods to develop your skills. These will include a wide range of authentic materials, individual study, working in pairs/group activities and will include the use of video/audio. You will also have the opportunity to use online learning technologies to develop your skills.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will follow an individual learning plan which will track your achievements.
Will I need to do extra work at home?
You are expected to make use of the skills learnt in college at home and out in the community.
What will I need to provide?
You should money for lunch or a drink and wear appropriate clothing.
Are there any other costs?
Occasional funds will be needed for outings or events.
What can I do next?
Your tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in this subject. You can also make an appointment with an ACL Career and Skills progression advisors to discuss your next steps.?For information on ACL courses please see http://www.aclessex.com/ The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers. To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.
What Next?
Please note you must be 19yrs or over to enrol.
For details on how to enrol please click here 
During this pre-qualification digital course, "Let's Get Digital" will support you to improve your digital literacy skills and navigate the digital world with confidence and develop personal skills, communication and self-confidence.
Course Summary
Starting: |
Tuesday 16 September 2025 |
Duration: |
18 sessions over 18 week(s) |
Time: |
10:00 for 02:30 hours |
Cost: |
Free |
Find us here
ACL Clacton
St. Osyth Road
Clacton-on-Sea
Essex
CO15 3BN
What qualification/level is this course
Pre-entry and Entry level through to Level 1.
Who is this course for?
Young people and adults aged 19+ with learning disabilities and/or Autism who need to improve their confidence and progress into accredited courses.
What can I expect to Learn?
Participants will learn essential digital skills such as using devices, navigating the internet, understanding online safety, and utilizing digital tools for communication and creativity. Through hands-on practice and guided instruction, individuals will develop the knowledge and confidence to thrive in a digital environment. This course provides a supportive and inclusive space where participants can explore the vast opportunities of the digital landscape, empowering them to connect, learn, and express themselves in the digital age.
How will I learn?
Your tutor will use a number of different teaching methods to develop your skills. These will include a wide range of authentic materials, individual study, working in pairs/group activities and will include the use of video/audio. You will also have the opportunity to use online learning technologies to develop your skills.
How will I know how well I am doing?
You will follow an individual learning plan which will track your achievements.
Will I need to do extra work at home?
You are expected to make use of the skills learnt in college at home and out in the community.
What will I need to provide?
You should money for lunch or a drink and wear appropriate clothing.
Are there any other costs?
Occasional funds will be needed for outings or events.
What can I do next?
Your tutor will be pleased to discuss other courses that might assist your progression in this subject. You can also make an appointment with an ACL Career and Skills progression advisors to discuss your next steps.?For information on ACL courses please see http://www.aclessex.com/ The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers advisers. To make an appointment please call 0800 100 900 (calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers) or visit their website https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk
Further Information
For all enquiries regarding this course please contact 0345 603 7635.
What Next?
Please note you must be 19yrs or over to enrol.