Short Computer Courses

mae

Does anybody know of any short computer courses for spreadsheets that are free or very inexpensive. I do not work but do not claim any benefits due to my husband working. We are already paying full fees for my 3 1/2 year counselling courses (nearly finished) so can't afford to pay for more courses but I would like some help with spreadsheets so was wondering if there is anything free or cheap?? I'm ok on the computer with writing my assignments and I use the internet but that is it really and I would like some knowledge of spreadsheets to keep a record of clients attendance and averages over the year this type of thing. Also spreadsheets would help me with my personal finances too.
Any ideas?

3plus1

Which country are you a permanent resident of? (i.e. Scotland / England / Wales / other)

There are different funding oportunities available. Let us know so we can give you the correct details

stilernin

Have you checked out if there are any community projects in your area?

I have heard of free coaching at community centres, libraries etc. New Deal for Communities has put a lot of money into some areas in the country.

The library would be a good place to start asking, and Googling your area + computer might find something useful. Oh yes, how about calling the local paper? They may be able to search back for articles about free coaching.

Best of luck

TheBannister

Usually the college or university you're studying with offers free computer courses.

mae

Thanks I'll try your suggestions.
I live in the North of England.

Impet_Limpet

http://www.vision2learn.co.uk/

^^^^ free!! ^^^^

I did next steps in IT :-)

3plus1

Martine1081 wrote:

http://www.vision2learn.co.uk/

^^^^ free!! ^^^^

I did next steps in IT :-)

Thanks for that, it's the site I wanted to tell Mae about, but as I'm from Scotland, I'm not eligible and as such don't have it bookmarked... Was struggling to find it. :rolleyes:

Vision2Learn wrote:

These vision2learn courses are fundable by the Learning and Skills Council. This means that the courses are normally free of charge to anyone who:
* Is over the age of 16
* Currently lives in England
* Has been ordinarily resident in the EU/UK for 3 years or more, as long as this residency has been for purposes other than full-time study.

Impet_Limpet

I loved it, you have to keep on top of it, as its distance learning you have to motivate yourself.

Next steps in IT includes units on spreadsheets/word/email/using a computer so it should be easier to do if you have experience of the other things. I just wanted to get a certificate to show I did have the skills, I still learned some new tips :T so well worth it!

mae

Thanks everyone thats really helpful. Ive looked at the Vision2Learn site and it looks great I think I might go for the Next steps in IT. I was just wondering though are the certificates you get actually recognised are they the same if you paid for the course at college? Sorry if thats a stupid question.

Bella_b

My uni offers courses for as little as £5. Including the European Computer Driving Licence.. which is Spreadsheets, word processing, presentations and everything! Check with the Computer Services department of your uni or look at the website.

mae

Thanks for that but I'm not at Uni I'm at college doing a diploma?? Do you think they would do that at a college?