Computers for Beginners courses in Ireland

Unit 1 – Microsoft Windows Getting to know the PC Computer Screen Using the Mouse Using a Windows operating system The Windows desktop Booting up and Powering Down Saving & Storing your work Unit 2 – Word Processing Inserting & Deleting Text Blocking Text Toolbars Word-wrap Spell check Formatting & graphics Print Preview /Printing Editing…

This programme is suitable for individuals with no previous knowledge of computers. It is designed to introduce and develop ones knowledge of the Personal Computer.

This course is specifically designed for individuals that are new to computers, or want to gain confidence in using a computer. The course covers topics such as using the keyboard and mouse, using Microsoft Word for typing documents, setting up an email account to send and receive emails. We also cover understanding and using the…

This course is aimed at people who have little or no experience in computer programming. We will be using the Java programming language. We will learn how to read and write code and use computers to solve simple problems. We will learn how to install and use any required software such as the Java Development…

Find out how to email and send photos/videos/files. Use free programmes to clean/protect your system and for work/pleasure. Learn how to bank online ,pay bills and book holidays , Get more out of your keyboard and basic mouse skills required

This course will help you learn the basics and enable you gain confidence to use the Internet, send emails, create documents. and share photos online, find and enjoy content online. This course will introduce you to lots of interesting Internet sites and services. Learn the basics in a relaxed workshop class environment.

Gain confidence in computers and develop your skills in a friendly and supportive class. Course incudes: Introduction to Computers & Technology; Storing & Organising Files; Microsoft Word; Introduction to internet & Technology; emails.

Learn the basics about using your home computer. File storage and management, MS Word exercises, Email attachments and Internet. Tutor: Carol Whelan

For the complete beginner. It covers the essentials of Word Processing including text entry, editing, formatting and printing. Also, using the Internet which covers email accounts, accessing and searching websites.  

This course is suitable for those who have completed Computers for Beginners (Stage 1). It is also ideal for those who have a good basic level of computer skills and wish to improve their knowledge and competency.  

Introduction to the Internet for total beginners. This course will cover email, banking, social media , booking and buying online, sending photos etc. (Subsidised course for 5 weeks)

This course will help iPad users gain knowledge to use their iPad with confidence. The course will have plenty of hands on practice with the iPad over the six weeks term. The aim is for a relaxed / fun and focused learning class. Course Content · Introduction to the iPad · Apps · Add On…

This course will provide the absolute beginner with a solid introduction to web development. Learn HTML, CSS and Javascript. These are the three programming languages web developers use to create the pages that you interact with in your browser.

Free courses. Course funded by The Digital Skills for Citizens Grant Scheme.  This course will cover online transactions, email, online shopping, social media and web exploration.

Free course funded by Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment Students should be from either of the groups listed below: Age profile 45+ Farming communities Small business owners (<10 people) Unemployed persons Persons with disabilities, and Disadvantaged groups. So, you have a Laptop/Desktop computer and/or maybe a Tablet and you don’t really make good…

Age Action’s Getting Started Computer Training programme delivers one-to-one training on computers, tablets and smartphones to people over the age of 55. As part of the fight against digital exclusion Age Action has trained over 27,000 people with the assistance of thousands of volunteer tutors.

Explore the possibilities and get the most from your iPad or Tablet Computer! Use your Tablet for discovery, creativity and productivity. This course is perfect if you are a beginner and you wish to use your tablet computer for education, business or just everyday use. This course will show you how to use innovative apps,…

This course is designed to enable the candidate to learn to type or increase their typing speed. Aim Candidates will learn touch typing to improve their speed and accuracy. They will understand the basic elements of a word processing programme, understand to uses of various pieces office equipment, be able to format a document, use…

Learn to use your touchscreen device for searching the web, wifi , emailing, camera functions, online banking, social networking and a whole lot more! Free wifi is provided but students will need their own device.

Overview: Microsoft PowerPoint is an incredibly useful presentation program, which can be used for professional purposes. Gain a good working knowledge of PowerPoint basics, create excellent presentations from scratch. This course provides an in depth introduction to PowerPoint, so you can navigate seamlessly around the program. Other modules will demonstrate how to work with slides,…

Next Step in Computers  (After Beginners Course)      Who is this course for?  If you’ve used a computer before but need to know more about the Internet, E-mail, Creating Documents using Word Processing, Filing Systems, Internet Security and Buying-on-Line then this is the course for you. Get to know about your Computer & Filing…

Overview Computers are part of our everyday world. Those who have never used one can be intimidated. Those who use one every day have often not been provided basic instructions. In this course, we take away the fear and mystery of the PC. We introduce the parts, terminology and basic skills everyone needs to know…

This course focuses on the use of Smartphone and Tablet technology. The class aims to give a comprehensive method of how to operate their smartphone or tablet.   Students will begin the course with offline functionality before using the internet.   Students will discover how smartphones and tablets can make life easier. Communication, organisation and…

Initially you will be drilled 5 times by an instructor to teach you the placement of fingers on the keyboard and then you can come in at your own convenience to train yourself with 15 speed building and accuracy sessions on a typing tutor software. Touch typing is now a skill that everyone can and…