Entry 3 Award in
Essential Digital Skills

Part Time Course code 8536

The OCNLR Entry 3 Award in Essential Digital Skills is a qualification that has been developed in accordance with the DfE National Standards for Essential Digital Skills.

Available dates

  • 14 January 2026

    • Start date

      14 January 2026

    • Time

      09:30 - 13:30

    • Days

      Wednesday

    • Duration

      10 weeks

    • Campus

      Watford Campus

    • Fees

      £144
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  • 23 April 2026

    • Start date

      23 April 2026

    • Time

      09:30 - 13:30

    • Days

      Thursday

    • Duration

      10 weeks

    • Campus

      Watford Campus

    • Fees

      £144
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  • 24 April 2026

    • Start date

      24 April 2026

    • Time

      09:30 - 13:30

    • Days

      Friday

    • Duration

      10 weeks

    • Campus

      Hemel Hempstead Campus

    • Fees

      £144
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  • Entry Criteria

    You will need to complete a BKSB test to assess your Digital Skills are at Entry Level 3 before enrolling.

  • What will I study?

    The course covers five skills areas:
    • Using devices and handling information
    • Creating and editing
    • Communicating
    • Transacting
    • Being safe and responsible online

    The qualification aims to develop your confidence in digital skills and ability to safely access and use community and wider services, and opportunities presented online and digitally.

  • Future Prospects

    Your tutor will recommend the most appropriate progression course for you. You can also have a look at our wide range of computing courses available on our website.