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The Essential digital skills framework defines the digital skills adults need to safely benefit from, participate in and contribute to the digital world.
Our learning modules are centred around each of the skills laid out in the governments framework and can help you build the skills you need to thrive. From getting started with devices, the internet or basic digital safety through to transacting and commmunicating online. We've learning that will help you do more digitally.
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.
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.
Communicating for work...
Communicating effectively at work is a vital skill, through email, on video calls or in social media posts. Learn more about the digital platforms that help keep you in touch with others at work.
- Difficulty: Beginner
- Modules: 4
Please see https://digital.wings.uk.barclays/our-digital-courses/communicating-for-work.
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.
