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Digital resources

Everyone needs the right advice, tools and ideas to get them started on a digital journey, whether it's their own or they're helping somebody else. In this part of the guide we've collated resources and research to help you find everything you need to get off to a good start.

Resources for everyone

A curated pathway to help with some of the basics on specific topics

Free courses on using a computer, browsing the web, sending an email and finding work online

Guides to improve your computer skills and boost your digital confidence

Teach and assess the basic concepts and skills needed to use a computer

Tailored support to for people with sight and hearing problems

Specialist support to help older people and people with disabilities get more from technology

Information and advice on staying safe online

Find out how to keep children safe when using the internet

Tutorial articles focusing on key digital areas, including the basics of internet use, staying safe online and social media

Resources for health and care practitioners

Hosted on Turas - a collection of free learning resources curated for the health and social care workforce

Open badge learning (ALLIANCE/SSSC)

Developed by NES, the Thriving in a Digital Age Pathways are intended to build understanding of the role of digital in health and social care.

Further reading

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