ADULT LEARNING IN LIBRARIES
In Partnership with West College Scotland and
Community Learning Development
We have the following courses available in our branches:
Basic Computing
Intermediate Computing
Advanced Computing
Digital Photography
Work Club
Reading, Writing and Numbers
Classes are subject to demand and tutor availability. If you are interested please fill in a contact form with your details and preferred choices, hand into your local library or send to:
Learning Services, Library HQ, Wallace Place, Greenock, PA15 1JB.
Alternatively, call 01475 712 322. Website: www.inverclyde.gov.uk/Libraries
More details of each course can be found inside….
West College Scotland
All these courses are for 11 weeks and are registered with SQA.
A fee may apply depending on circumstances.
Basic Introduction to Computing:
Starting to learn about computing? This is the course for you. Covers Word Processing, E-Mail and Internet Searching.
Intermediate (Next Steps) computer course:
An opportunity to learn about software packages in more depth.
Entry Requirements: Basic Computing (or relevant experience).
Intermediate 2 (Advanced) computer course:
Learn even more than Intermediate 1 and become an expert in more complex tasks. Entry requirements: Intermediate 1 or Basic Computing.
Digital Photography:
Learn how to work your digital camera and download images to your computer. Topics include basic editing, printing and presentation of new photographs, as well as how to scan and edit old photos. Learners should bring their own digital camera.
Entry Requirements: Basic computer skills required.
To register for any of the above courses or if you require any further information please contact the Learning Team at Inverclyde Libraries on (01475) 712322.
Community Learning Development
Basic Computing:
Universal Credit IT support, Internet and E-Mail Basics, Universal Job Match Support, Microsoft Office & Skills for Work, Social Networking e.g. Facebook.
The above course is free and is held in the Central Library on a Tuesday 10.00.am – 12.00.noon. It is also held at other locations at different times. For more information please contact CLD on (01475) 715450.
Work Club:
This course is aimed to build employability skills and support participants to build a CV, Job Search and complete applications, improve interview skills and gain an SQA qualification.
The above course is free and is held in the Central Library on a Tuesday 1.00 – 3.00.pm . It is also held at other locations at different times. For more information please contact CLD on (01475) 715450.
Reading, Writing and Numbers:
A wide range of learning opportunities are available in the library (and other locations) to help adults develop their reading, writing, numeracy and communication skills (including 1 to 1 sessions if desired).
Sessions are run by Community Learning & Development, who can be contacted directly on (01475) 715 481.
Useful contact numbers
CLD Adult Learning Team
Tel: 01475 715 450
CLD Adult Literacies
Tel: 01475 715 481
West College Scotland: Finnart Street Campus, Greenock PA16 8HF
Tel: 01475 724 433
University of the West of Scotland: Paisley Campus, PA1 2BE
Tel: 0141 848 3000
Skills Development Scotland (Careers): 112 West Blackhall Street, Greenock, PA15 1XR
Tel : 01475 553 710
LEAD Scotland: Linking Education and Disability, is a charity that enables disabled adults to access education and learning opportunities.
Tel: 0131 228 9441
Enterprise Centre: Port Glasgow Shared Campus, Kilmacolm Road, Port Glasgow PA14 6PP
Tel: 01475 715 544
Auchmountain Community Resource Centre: 32 Burnhead Street, Greenock PA15 3LG,
Tel: 01475 791 818 / 791 588
Branchton Community Centre: Branchton Road, Greenock, PA16 0XX.
Tel: 01475 638 481
Craigend Community Centre. McLeod Street, Greenock, PA15 2HD.
Tel: 01475 786 739
Inverclyde Community Development Trust: Westburn Centre, 175 Dalrymple Street, Greenock. PA15 1JZ.
Tel: 01475 553 300
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