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Free online digital skills courses

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  • UK Online Centres at Somerset Libraries

  • Learnmyway website

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Access free online digital skills courses, including introductory lessons for people who have never used the internet or who need to learn basic computer skills. They are available at our UK Online Centres, part of a network of over 6000 centres across the country helping to get people online. If you’ve never used a mouse before, or want to understand online banking or social media, this is perfect for you.

UK Online Centres at Somerset Libraries

These libraries are all UK Online Centres. They offer free access to Online Basics courses, with support from library staff during set times. Some libraries suspend UK Online sessions during the summer holidays, so please check with us if you need support.

Bridgwater Library – Tuesday 9.30am to 12 noon, Thursday 2pm to 4pm.

Burnham Library – Monday mornings, 10.30am to 12 noon, Friday afternoons 2pm to 3.30pm (Tablet Tuesday 10.30am to 12 noon)

Chard Library – Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am to 12 noon

Dulverton Library – By appointment only

Frome Library – Monday and Thursday mornings, 9.30am to 12 noon

Langport Library – Thursday afternoons 2.30pm to 4.30pm

Minehead Library – Mondays and Fridays, 10am to 12 noon, Thursday afternoons, 2pm to 4pm

South Petherton – By appointment only

Taunton Library – Thursday morning 9.30am to 12 noon, Tuesday afternoons 2.30pm to 5pm

Wells Library – Wednesday 10.30am to 12.30pm for iPads and tablets, Thursday 10.30am to 12.30pm for PCs

Wellington Library – Monday mornings 9.45am to 11.15am and 11.15am to 12.45pm

Williton Library – Thursday afternoons 2pm – By appointment only

Wincanton Library – Monday mornings, 10am to 12 noon

Yeovil Library – Monday afternoons, 2.30pm to 4.30pm and Wednesday mornings, 10am to 12.30pm

Learnmyway website

The Learnmyway website offers courses on a wide range of digital skills. Library staff are on hand to support learners through the basic courses, so no need to feel nervous if you are a complete beginner.

For people who want to expand their digital skills, there are more advanced courses available on everything from shopping and banking online to skills for jobseekers. These are not included in the supported sessions, but learners can progress onto any of them free of charge on a library computer. Current courses are listed below.

Using your computer or device

  • Using a keyboard
  • Using a mouse
  • Using a touchscreen
  • Using a computer
  • Creating documents

Online basics

  • Using the internet
  • Using online forms
  • Using email
  • Using search engines

Online shopping

  • Socialising online
  • Using Facebook
  • Using a digital camera
  • Watching and listening online
  • Smart internet
  • How to be a Digital Champion

Online safety

  • Keeping your device safe
  • Being safe online
  • Keeping your personal data safe

Finding a job online

  • Job hunting online
  • National Careers Service website: a how to guide
  • Jobs and interviews

Improving your health online

  • GP services online: a how to guide
  • The NHS website: a how to guide

Managing your money online

  • Online and mobile banking
  • Make money work

Public online services

  • Using public online services
  • Universal Credit – a how to guide
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