Digital Skills Essentials for the Workplace

What is this course about?

This course explores how digital technology is transforming the modern workplace and how you can develop the skills needed to succeed in today's digital world. Whether you are looking for work, looking to progress in your current role, or improving your confidence with technology, this course will help you build practical workplace skills. 

You will learn about the importance of developing a professional personal brand, how to work with data using Microsoft Excel, and explore how Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools can support productivity and efficiency in the workplace. 

The course covers three key areas: 

Personal Branding (Week 1) – Explore the importance of digital literacy in today's workplace and learn how to develop a positive professional identity. You will learn about how personal branding can support employment opportunities and career progression. 

Microsoft Excel (Weeks 2 and 3) – Build confidence using Microsoft Excel by learning the basics of spreadsheets. You will explore the Excel interface, identify key features of the ribbon and worksheet, enter and organise data, resize rows and columns, add and rename worksheets, and use simple formulas and functions. You will also have the opportunity to create charts and graphs to present information visually.  

AI in the Workplace (Weeks 4 and 5) – Explore the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in society and the workplace. Learn about the background and development of AI, discover how generative AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT work, and practise using them for workplace tasks such as generating ideas, creating content, and finding information. You will also consider the benefits, limitations, and responsible use of AI. 

Any previous experience/qualifications you need to do the course

A basic level of conversational and written English is needed to complete this course. You must also have a basic level of computer skills

What you need to bring with you

Learners must have access to a laptop, desktop or tablet and able to access the internet.

Who is the course for?

This course is for people wanting to improve their digital skills to help them find work, to remain in employment or progress in their careers.

The next steps....

During this course we will talk to you about your next steps which could include attending workshops/courses in

Introduction to MS Word, Improve your skills in MS Word, Improve your skills in MS Excel, Introduction to PowerPoint and Improve Your Skills in MS PowerPoint, Digital Marketing.

Employability courses are available if you are looking to get into work or change your career.

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We have programmes that can support you with your next steps in skills and employment. For further information please see our information, advice and guidance page.

How you will be assessed

Question & Answer, Discussions, and observations. You will also be asked to complete Learner reflections.

How much studying will I need to do outside the lesson?

It will be advised to use the skills learnt in the classes and practise on your own Word documents and devices.