This course is FREE if you are employed and on a low wage or you are claiming benefits.
Silver Sunday Surfer Safety
This course is free for learners who have digital skills assessed as below level 1. For more information Click here
Choose a starting date
Learning modes and locations may be different depending on the course start date. Please check the location of your chosen course and read our guide to learning modes and locations to help you choose the right course for you.
- Start Date: 05 Oct 2025End Date: 05 Oct 2025Sun (Daytime): 14:00 - 15:00In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 1 sessionCourse Code: CSSILVER01Full fee £0.00 Senior fee £0.00 Concession £0.00
- Start Date: 05 Oct 2025End Date: 05 Oct 2025Sun (Daytime): 14:00 - 15:00In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 1 sessionCourse Code: CSILVER01Full fee £0.00 Senior fee £0.00 Concession £0.00
- Start Date: 05 Oct 2025End Date: 05 Oct 2025Sun (Daytime): 15:45 - 16:45In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 1 sessionCourse Code: CSSILVER02Full fee £0.00 Senior fee £0.00 Concession £0.00
- Start Date: 05 Oct 2025End Date: 05 Oct 2025Sun (Daytime): 15:45 - 16:45In PersonLocation: Keeley StreetDuration: 1 sessionCourse Code: CSILVER02Full fee £0.00 Senior fee £0.00 Concession £0.00
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What is the course about?
This course ensure you have the skills you need to surf the internet safely and confidently. Getting online can make life easier in many ways, but also comes with the risk of scams and fraud. Online scams are becoming increasingly common, but you can protect yourself by knowing what to look out for, and what to do if you suspect a scam.
What will we cover?
• Understanding how to surf safely
• Creating strong passwords
• Identifying scam and fraud emails
• How to protect your privacy on social media.
What will I achieve?
By the end of this course you should be able to...
• Create strong passwords for online access and use
• Use the internet with confidence
• stay safe and secure online.
What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?
This course is for people who are very new to computers and the Internet and want to know the basics of staying safe online.
How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?
You will learn in a supportive and welcoming environment with an emphasis on your discovering how to do and complete tasks, with guidance from the tutor.
Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?
You will need a pen, some lined A4 paper and a folder to keep your work in. Access to a PC outside of class is helpful.
When I've finished, what course can I do next?
We recommend completing the Becoming Confident series to gain full foundation in digital skills. These include:
• Getting started: learning about your smartphone (complete beginner)
• Getting started: becoming confident on Instagram and TikTok (complete beginners)
• Getting started: becoming confident on Facebook and Twitter (complete beginners)
• Becoming confident in file management and Windows 10 on your PC (beginners)
• Becoming confident in file management and Windows 11 on your PC (beginners)
• Becoming confident on the cloud: OneDrive and Google drive - a new way of sharing and managing your files (foundation).