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Course Summary

Name:
Essential Digital Skills (EDSQ) E3
Course Code:
B104
Starting:
Monday 21 September 2026
Location:
Bury Adult Learning Centre
Time:
09:45
Cost:
FREE

Description:

If you are interested in enrolling on this course, please contact 0161 253 5772.

This course helps learners use digital devices safely and confidently in everyday life. Learners will practise using computers for work, learning, and personal tasks. The course is supportive and practical, with lots of time to practise and ask questions. Learning is broken into small steps and explained in plain language.

By the end of the course, you will be able to:

Use a digital device (computer, tablet)
Find information online using search engines
Communicate using email and online tools
Create simple digital content (documents, messages)
Stay safe online, including passwords and privacy
Solve simple digital problems
Enter and combine text and other information within word processing documents by using tables tool, mail merge, graphics, and modify page layout.
Use tools to format and present documents
Use a spreadsheet to enter, edit and organise numerical and other data and present and format data into charts and graphs.
Input and combine text and other information in PowerPoint and create slideshow for presentation.

What syllabus will I follow?

The syllabus for this course follows the Pearsons Entry 3 framework (Essential Digital Skills Qualification (EDSQ E3)) ensuring a structured and comprehensive learning experience.

Who is this course for?

For adults who:
Can use some digital skills but want to feel more confident
Want to improve skills for work, job searching, or everyday life
Want a recognised qualification

Course information sheet

Time and Duration

Start Date:
Monday 21 September 2026
Start Time:
09:45
Day:
Monday Morning
Lesson Duration:
02:15
Total Weeks:
10

Location

Bury Adult Learning Centre
18 Haymarket Street
Bury
Lancashire
BL9 0AQ
 
0161 253 5772

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Bury Council

Bury Council consists of six towns: Bury, Prestwich, Radcliffe, Ramsbottom, Tottington and Whitefield.

0161 253 5772

Bury Adult Learning Service, Bury Adult Learning Centre, 18 Haymarket Street, Bury, Lancashire BL9 0AQ