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What will I learn?
It's not like school or college - there are no classes to attend, no set times - you're in control of your learning so it fits around your life.
Our courses will give you the skills and confidence you need to use computers and software packages.
Support is available whenever you need it - either online, on the phone or in one of our centres, so there's always someone to help if you need it.
We've already helped more than 2.6 million learners achieve their goals. Find out more today
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Computer Art (1 course)
What is it?
Learn how to create professional looking documents on your own computer, from wall charts to posters and flyers.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Databases (4 courses)
What is it?
Databases are an essential part of organising and storing data - and knowing how to create and manage them can be a great advantage. Use them to keep records and contacts and build your data within a clear structure, at home, or for your business.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Or, to learn independently buy a course online today.
Desktop Publishing (1 course)
What is it?
It's one thing to know how to use a word processing package - and quite another to produce creative, eye-catching documents! Desktop Publishing lets you increase the benefit - and the fun! - you get from your computer.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
ECDL (4 courses)
What is it?
The ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) is one of the most widely recognised computing qualifications. It's made up of seven separate sections, which together lead to the ECDL qualification, a certificate recognised by both public and private sector organisations.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
ITQ (4 courses)
What is it?
ITQ is a nationally-recognised programme, designed by employers to meet the needs of today's businesses. It is tailor-made for you, taking into account all your existing IT skills and any qualifications you may already have, such as the European Computer Driving Licence, CLAiT Plus, New CLAiT or Microsoft Office Specialist.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Maintenance, Security and Troubleshooting (12 courses)
What is it?
Viruses and Spam can vary from being an annoyance to a serious risk to you computer's security. Learn how to protect yourself and your data!
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Or, to learn independently buy a course online today.
Presentations (9 courses)
What is it?
Presentations are a widely used technique - and can be an effective business tool, whether you're selling to customers or putting a point across to colleagues.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Or, to learn independently buy a course online today.
Project Management (1 course)
What is it?
Do you have all the skills you need to deliver projects on schedule and within budget? Learn new techniques to manage projects more effectively and ensure you reach your objectives.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Or, to learn independently buy a course online today.
Spreadsheets (7 courses)
Excel 2003
Course Code: 103083BT007
About the course
IT can offer great productivity benefits, if people have the right skills to use the packages available to them. Yet 28% of companies in the UK lack employees with the IT skills to meet their business objectives.
This course will help you to unlock the power of Microsoft Excel 2003. Excel is a spreadsheet package that provides the tools to access, process, analyse and display numerical and financial information, accurately and professionally.
You’ll learn how to use spreadsheets effectively, saving you time and improving your performance.
What should you already know?
Excel 2003 is ideal for people with responsibility for managing budgets, creating customer lists, presenting sales data, or maintaining simple business databases. Staff at all levels of seniority – from administrators to team leaders and senior managers – will benefit from this course.
How long does it take?
Short Course - This course takes between 3 to 9 hours to complete but we'll agree with you at the start a pace to suit you.
What's involved?
Online - You learn this course online. All you need is access to the internet.
To help you choose the right course you can call 0800 101 901, or click below for your next step.
Technical information
How this course can help your business
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Make the most of your investment in IT
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Use information to assess and evaluate business performance
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Make sound business decisions based on accurate data
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Forecast and plan more accurately and effectively
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Improve communication by providing staff with better access to information
Internet and e-mail (9 courses)
What is it?
Get started with the IT basics or build on what you already know. You can learn about email, the internet and software applications, improve your office skills or even learn about web design. You can buy some courses online and get learning right away!
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Or, to learn independently buy a course online today.
Using Computers (8 courses)
What is it?
A comprehensive range of courses to help you build on your basic IT skills and get more from computers at home or at work.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Or, to learn independently buy a course online today.
Web Design (3 courses)
What is it?
A range of jargon-free courses and step-by-step guides to give you all the skills you need to build a professional-looking website for business or pleasure.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Or, to learn independently buy a course online today.
Word Processing (7 courses)
What is it?
Word processing can be one of the most useful skills you'll ever learn. Create eye-catching business documents, write letters to loved ones, design a CV... the possibilities are endless.
Next Steps
To get help choosing the right course, learn with the support of a tutor, or find out if you could get funding, visit your nearest learndirect centre.
Or, to learn independently buy a course online today.