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Computer and digital basics

From using a computer safely to documents, spreadsheets and simple design.

The skills almost every office or remote job asks for

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Computer basics

  1. Computer basics

    Files, folders and the main parts of a computer. On LearnFree (GCFGlobal), choose the computer basics lessons.

    2–3 hoursLearnFree (GCFGlobal)

  2. Internet and online safety

    Search well, spot scams and keep your accounts safe — LearnFree's internet and safety lessons.

    2 hoursLearnFree (GCFGlobal)

  3. Type faster

    Free typing lessons — 15 minutes a day makes a big difference.

    15 min a dayTyping.com

  4. Documents with Google Docs

    Write, format and share documents — free and works on a phone.

    2 hoursGoogle

  5. Spreadsheets with Excel

    Tables, simple formulas and charts — useful in almost every job.

    4–6 hoursLearnFree (GCFGlobal)

  6. Simple design with Canva

    Make posters, social media posts and presentations with free templates.

    2 hoursCanva

  7. Free Microsoft training

    Short modules on Microsoft 365 and digital skills.

    At your paceMicrosoft Learn

  8. Add your new skills to your CV

    Put each skill and certificate on your CV.

    15 minutesOpen the tool

External courses are run by their own organisations and are mostly in English.