Courses

SCC Academy offers three different course formats, allowing learners to tailor their studies around other commitments. All courses include the same materials and learning experiences, differing only in the length that the course takes to complete.

In addition to learning the fundamentals of computing, individuals will be encouraged to take part in projects and a range of energising activities designed to promote teamwork and essential social skills needed for employment.

During breaks, learners will have the opportunity to enjoy some downtime with their cohort in the breakout area where refreshments are available.

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Learn the Essential Digital Skills and soft skills in a short timeframe. This course runs from 09:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday for 9 consecutive weekdays. Learners will be taught the fundamentals of computing, refine their soft skills and learn how to create a CV, practice interview techniques and find a job online. All participants will be provided with personalised feedback and further online learning opportunities following their completion of the course.

IT Fundamentals

  • Setting up your PC
  • Navigating and creating files and folders
  • Creating an Outlook account
  • Using Teams

Day 1

The Internet

  • Connecting to the internet
  • Using search engines and web browsers
  • Sending and receiving emails

Day 2

Desktop Publishing

  • Creating documents using Word
  • Importing information from different sources

Day 3

Collaborative Technologies

  • Using Social Media
  • Looking at appropriate online communication
  • Implementing security including antivirus software
  • Using USB flash drives

Day 4

Presentation Software

  • Creating presentations using PowerPoint
  • Producing an interactive CV
  • Using hyperlinks

Day 5

Spreadsheet Software

  • Creating a spreadsheet
  • Using simple formulae and filters to collate information
  • Inputting data from invoices

Day 6

Using IT Mobile Devices

  • Navigating a mobile OS
  • Downloading and using apps including MS Teams
  • Taking, downloading and manipulating images

Day 7

CV Writing

  • Creating CV’s including personal statements
  • Adapting design and layout
  • Looking at keywords for job applications

Day 8

Applying for a Job

  • Finding a job online
  • Preparing for an interview

Day 9


To express an interest in this course, please click on the button below and complete the form, ticking the Accelerated Course option in question 7.

Learn the Essential Digital Skills and soft skills in an extended timeframe. This course runs from 10:00 to 13:00, Monday to Friday over the period of a month. Learners will be taught the fundamentals of computing, refine their soft skills and learn how to create a CV, practice interview techniques and find a job online. All participants will be provided with personalised feedback and further online learning opportunities following their completion of the course.

IT Fundamentals

  • Setting up your PC
  • Navigating and creating files and folders
  • Creating an Outlook account
  • Using Teams

Days 1 and 2

The Internet

  • Connecting to the internet
  • Using search engines and web browsers
  • Sending and receiving emails

Days 3 and 4

Desktop Publishing

  • Creating documents using Word
  • Importing information from different sources

Days 5 and 6

Collaborative Technologies

  • Using Social Media
  • Looking at appropriate online communication
  • Implementing security including antivirus software
  • Using USB flash drives

Days 7 and 8

Presentation Software

  • Creating presentations using PowerPoint
  • Producing an interactive CV
  • Using hyperlinks

Days 9 and 10

Spreadsheet Software

  • Creating a spreadsheet
  • Using simple formulae and filters to collate information
  • Inputting data from invoices

Days 11 and 12

Using IT Mobile Devices

  • Navigating a mobile OS
  • Downloading and using apps including MS Teams
  • Capturing, downloading and manipulating images

Days 13 and 14

CV Writing

  • Creating CV’s including personal statements
  • Adapting design and layout
  • Looking at keywords for job applications

Days 15 and 16

Applying for a Job

  • Finding a job online
  • Preparing for an interview

Days 17 and 18


To express an interest in this course, please click on the button below and complete the form, ticking the Extended Course option in question 7.

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Pick and choose the individual sessions that will help develop your specific needs further through a light-touch overview of a chosen subject. Stand alone sessions run daily from 13:45 to 15:00 and 15:15 to 16:30 and allow individuals to strengthen their understanding in a range of topics to enhance their skillset. Participants are required to have an active email account to access these sessions.

IT Fundamentals

  • Setting up your PC
  • Navigating and creating files and folders
  • Creating an Outlook account
  • Using Teams

Session 1

The Internet

  • Connecting to the internet
  • Using search engines and web browsers
  • Sending and receiving emails

Session 2

Desktop Publishing

  • Creating documents using Word
  • Importing information from different sources

Session 3

Collaborative Technologies

  • Using Social Media
  • Looking at appropriate online communication

Session 4

Presentation Software

  • Creating presentations using PowerPoint
  • Producing an interactive CV
  • Using hyperlinks

Session 5

Spreadsheet Software

  • Creating a spreadsheet
  • Using simple formulae and filters to collate information
  • Inputting data from invoices

Session 6

CV Writing

  • Creating CV’s including personal statements
  • Adapting design and layout
  • Looking at keywords for job applications

Session 8

Applying for a Job

  • Finding a job online
  • Preparing for an interview

Session 9

Cover Letters

  • Tailoring a cover letter based on a job choice
  • Looking at appropriate layout and language

Session 10

Drop-in 1:1

  • An opportunity for individuals to work 1:1 with a coach to develop skills from any stand-alone session

Session 11


To express an interest in this course, please click on the button below and complete the form, ticking the Stand Alone Sessions option in question 7.