Whether you’re a complete beginner or want to expand your skill set, there are lots of free courses and advice and guidance available to help you.
Learn My Way
Free online courses for beginners, helping you develop digital skills to make the most of the Internet. Created by the Good Things Foundation, there are over 30 free courses on Learn My Way, ranging from using a keyboard to staying safe online to support with how to claim Universal Credit or job hunt online.
Visit the Learn My Way website
Digital Skills courses
Durham County Council offer a range of short, fun, and interactive learning sessions that will support you to improve your employability, communication skills and confidence. Whether you’re an absolute beginner or already have skills and qualifications you want to build on, the Durham Learn team can offer a course to fit with your current skills.
The sessions classes start with face-to-face learning, but there are options to learn online as part of your course if, and when, you are ready.
See Durham County Council Digital Skills courses
Digital Skills Helpline
Lloyds Bank and We Are Group (formerly We Are Digital) run a free digital skills helpline for anyone who needs dedicated support to get online. Call 0345 222 0333 or visit We Are Group to find out more.
Digital Unite
Digital Unite is a national charity that works with organisations that have an interest in helping people to access digital services. Their website offers free, expert-written guides on everything from computer basics and online safety to using smartphones, social media, and government services. See the Digital Unite website to find out more.
