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Entry Criteria
Ideally students would have used a computer before and have basic computer skills.
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What will I study?
Topics include:
- Navigating through the various windows of Microsoft Office
- Learning how to use Microsoft Word to create documents that include applying different text styles and sizes, as well as inserting images, saving your work and managing your files
- Understanding how to navigate through different programme
- Using the internet to search for information and images, printing findings
- Overview of social networking and how to safeguard when working online
Course content may be slightly adapted depending on which tutor is teaching, and may also be adapted to suit the needs of the class.
Please note – if you are studying at West Herts College, Watford or Hemel Hempstead campuses, the software used is Microsoft Office 2016. Other venues, including Hertfordshire Libraries are using Microsoft Office 2010.
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Future Prospects
Following the completion of your course you may be able to join the Essential Computing - Intermediate course.
We have a great range of courses to help you get qualified, enhance your career prospects and enjoy some me time. All of our part-time courses can be viewed online and new courses are introduced throughout the year.
Essential Computing
- Beginners
Part Time Course code 7493
This course is suitable if you already know how to use a mouse and keyboard and have basic computer skills. Learn how to use Microsoft Word to create documents that include applying different text styles and sizes, as well as inserting images and saving your work. You will use the internet and email and get an overview of how to safeguard when working online. Also, you will learn how to use other programmes.
A course handbook will be provided.
Available dates
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13 January 2026
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Start date
13 January 2026 -
Time
19:00 - 21:00 -
Days
Tuesday -
Duration
10 weeks -
Campus
Watford Campus -
Fees
£155 - Book now
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21 April 2026
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Start date
21 April 2026 -
Time
19:00 - 21:00 -
Days
Tuesday -
Duration
10 weeks -
Campus
Watford Campus -
Fees
£155 - Book now
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As part of Hertfordshire County Council, Step2Skills provides opportunities for adults in Hertfordshire to get involved in learning and employment within the community. This course is funded by Step2Skills for Hertfordshire residents, you can find out more about Step2Skills here.