Digital Skills for Citizens: a free introduction to the internet for adults
Digital Skills for Citizens: the free computer course that's getting Irish adults online!
Digital Skills for Citizens is a free computer course designed to actively support citizens to take their first steps into using the internet.
Providing access to services and information 24/7, the internet can enrich and empower the lives of people. Those who can access the internet can benefit from it's many advantages, including saving money, saving time, connection/staying in touch with family and friends, being entertained, and learning and being educated.
This course is available to anyone who has not previously engaged with the internet. Target groups include individuals over 45, small business owners, farmers, individuals with disabilities, the unemployed, and disadvantaged groups. Small groups of adults (maximum 10 people) attend 10 hours of free training (usually five two-hour sessions over five consecutive weeks), during which they will learn the skills they need to use and enjoy the many benefits of being online. Topics covered include:
Introduction to the internet • Sending and receiving emails • Internet safety • Online government services (passport applications, motor tax renewals, agricultural services, etc) • Online banking • Social media (Skype, Twitter, Facebook, etc) • Online shipping • Other useful apps (traffic, news, weather, etc)
You'll find further information on the Digital Skills for Citizens initiative on the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment website.
Providing access to services and information 24/7, the internet can enrich and empower the lives of people. Those who can access the internet can benefit from it's many advantages, including saving money, saving time, connection/staying in touch with family and friends, being entertained, and learning and being educated.
This course is available to anyone who has not previously engaged with the internet. Target groups include individuals over 45, small business owners, farmers, individuals with disabilities, the unemployed, and disadvantaged groups. Small groups of adults (maximum 10 people) attend 10 hours of free training (usually five two-hour sessions over five consecutive weeks), during which they will learn the skills they need to use and enjoy the many benefits of being online. Topics covered include:
Introduction to the internet • Sending and receiving emails • Internet safety • Online government services (passport applications, motor tax renewals, agricultural services, etc) • Online banking • Social media (Skype, Twitter, Facebook, etc) • Online shipping • Other useful apps (traffic, news, weather, etc)
You'll find further information on the Digital Skills for Citizens initiative on the Department of Communications, Climate Action and Environment website.
Where to find a free Digital Skills for Citizens computer course
Digital Skills for Citizens is a relatively new course, and an ever increasing number of schools are offering this free course, including the following:
Boyne Community School, Trim, Co Meath • Ashbourne Community School, Co Meath • Bishopstown Community School, Cork • Coolmine Community School, Dublin 15 • Crescent College Comprehensive, Dooradoyle, Limerick • Old Bawn Community School, Tallaght, Dublin 24 • Pobalscoil Neasáin, Baldoyle, Dublin 13 • Portmarnock Community School, Dublin
Courses are added at other schools in our network from time to time. Check out links to your local schools on our homepage for the most up-to-date course lists. Our schools also run a range of other computer courses including ECDL, Microsoft Excel, Digital Marketing and Web Development. They also run a range of other hobby and certified courses.
Boyne Community School, Trim, Co Meath • Ashbourne Community School, Co Meath • Bishopstown Community School, Cork • Coolmine Community School, Dublin 15 • Crescent College Comprehensive, Dooradoyle, Limerick • Old Bawn Community School, Tallaght, Dublin 24 • Pobalscoil Neasáin, Baldoyle, Dublin 13 • Portmarnock Community School, Dublin
Courses are added at other schools in our network from time to time. Check out links to your local schools on our homepage for the most up-to-date course lists. Our schools also run a range of other computer courses including ECDL, Microsoft Excel, Digital Marketing and Web Development. They also run a range of other hobby and certified courses.
