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BARKLAYS - DIGITAL WINGS

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North East, North West, South East, South West
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17 Jun 2023

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Adults, Older People, Parents, Primary School (5-12)
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17 - 25, 26 - 29, 30 - 34, 35 - 39, 40 - 44, 45 - 49, 50 - 54, 55 - 59, 60 - 64, 65+

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Having even basic digital skills can have a huge impact on your life. Knowing how to use technology to help you communicate can help you feel more connected and less isolated.

Knowing how to look after your money online can mean staying on top of your finances more easily – especially important when we consider the cost of living crisis. And lots of government services, like renewing your passport or paying your road tax can now be done more quickly online. Browse our modules to help build your digital skills.

Our digital courses:

Browse our free online digital courses below and earn badges as you complete your digital learning

Digital foundation skills..

If you’re new to the digital world, it can be difficult to know where to start. From choosing a device to getting connected, there’s lots to learn. In this module we’ll take you through some of the basics to help you get started.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 5

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/digital-foundation-skills.

Using digital devices...

Smartphones and other digital devices can do lots more than help you keep in touch with others. Find out how you can make the most of your devices.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 5

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/using-digital-devices.

Communicating...

Learn how to set up email and other messaging apps, understand how to create shareable documents and get to grips with video calling to help stay connected with other safely and securely.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 5

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/communicating.

Transacting...

Learn the skills you need to register and apply for services, buy and sell goods and services, and make payments and manage transactions online.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 5

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/transacting.

Problem solving...

Find solutions to problems using digital tools and online services, like learning how to prioritise the work you need to do or where to find video tutorials to improve your skills.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 4

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/problem-solving.

Handling information and content...

Learn how to use search engines effectively, get to grips with streaming services and learn how to store photos on your digital device and in the cloud safely.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 4

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/handling-information-and-content.

Being safe and legal online...

Learn how to stay safe online with strong passwords and good security habits and how to keep an eye out for possible threats.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 6

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/being-safe-and-legal-online.

The Barclays Digital Champion programme..

Are you passionate about helping others to thrive in the digital world? Learn about our Digital Champions programme and become a Digital Champion for free.

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/barclaysdigitalchampions.

Social media training...

Learn about some of the popular social media platforms. Find out how to make the most of them, stay up to date and how to stay safe.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 6

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/social-media-training.

Cost of living learning and support...

With the cost of living going up, now’s a good time to keep a close eye on your finances. Whether you need budgeting basics, smart ways to save or tools to help you take control of your cash, we’ve got lots of guidance for you.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 5

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/cost-of-living-learning-and-support.

Keeping children safe online...

Learn what you can do to protect your children while they explore the digital world with our free resources on internet safety for parents and guardians.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 3

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/keeping-children-safe-online.

How to run a club...

Learn how to use digital technology to organise your club in an efficient, more cost effective, and safe manner.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 1

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/how-to-run-a-club.

Introduction to digital skills...

Learn how digital and technology is evolving and how you can stay ahead of the curve.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 4

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/introduction-to-digital-skills.

Digital classroom...

Support your child's online education with free digital classroom training resources.

- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 2

Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/digital-classroom.

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