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Learn new skills

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

Make It Click

Make It Click is for anyone who wants to build on the basics and improve their digital skills. That might mean gaining more experience with using the internet or taking on a new challenge, like learning a new app or program you haven’t tried before. 

You can learn new skills to find employment or make a positive change in your career. If you’re in education, they might help you complete your course work. There’s even a hub for small business owners with courses to help you move to selling and promoting your business online. 

Visit the Make It Click website

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