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Digital Skills for the Over 60s - Using the Internet Safely

Curriculum Area

Digital & Media

Start Date

November 2026

Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

3 Weeks

Level

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course, however it is designed for learners who are over the age of 60 years old wanting to learn basic digital skills.

This welcoming course helps learners aged 60 and over develop the knowledge, confidence and practical skills needed to use the internet safely. Through hands-on activities and tutor support, learners will explore how to browse the web securely, recognise common online risks and protect their personal information. Participants will gain confidence in using online services safely while developing essential digital skills for everyday life. The course is suitable for beginners and provides a supportive environment where learners can learn at their own pace, ask questions and build confidence online.

Monday 2nd November 2026, 1.00pm-3.00pm.

There are no entry requirements for this course, however it is designed for learners who are over the age of 60 years old wanting to learn basic digital skills.

Topics covered include:

Understanding how the internet works
Creating strong and secure passwords
Spotting scams, phishing emails and fraudulent websites
Keeping personal information safe online
Using websites securely and recognising trusted sources
Understanding privacy settings and online security
Safe use of online banking and digital services
Protecting devices from viruses and malware
What to do if something goes wrong online
Building confidence when using the internet

There will be no formal assessments but your tutor will work with you to make sure you learn and achieve the course objectives through in-class activities.

You may be eligible for this course to be free if your personal income is less than £35,000 and you live in the York North Yorkshire Combined Authority postcode area.

If your personal income is between £25,000 and £35,000 we would request a 25% contribution to the cost of the course. Learners may study more than one tailored learning course, provided each course has a distinct learning objective and aim.

If you are not eligible to get this course for free we would request 25% fee of the total course fee (£140.00), so the payment amount would be £35.00.

Students have access to a fantastic range of College-wide facilities such as the Learning & Research Centre, study hubs, computer areas with accompanying multi-function printers and helpdesk advice.

All materials are provided for you to complete the course. However, this course may require additional study from home, you will need access to a PC/laptop and suitable Wi-Fi to access teaching and learning.

The course is delivered through face-to-face classroom learning.

We have a range of Skills for Life courses that are designed to help with the following:

Increase confidence
Improved skills for progressing to further learning
Improved essential skills in English, ESOL, Maths and Digital
Improved ability to support a child’s learning
Improved physical health
Improved mental health and well-being
Improved skills to participate in community life
Increased understanding of democratic values
Improved skills for independent living

Visit Skills for Life to discover more.

Please consider our full range of adult courses, your tutor will be able to advise on bespoke career progression depending on your individual motivation for undertaking this course.

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