TECH FOR SENIORS COURSES

Access Online Services will provide you with the skills and knowledge to access and manage essential online government services. Learn how to set up, log in and link a service to your myGov account, create and log in to your MyServiceNSW account, download the Service NSW app onto your smartphone and understand and work with QR (quick response) codes.

Government agencies are encouraging Australians to do business through myGov and other purpose-built mobile apps. With the increase in digital services like telehealth appointments, and a reliance on technology to stay safe and socially connected it's clear there's an increased need for all Australians to improve their digital literacy. 

We can help you get comfortable with technology in our fun, free Get Digital beginners technology sessions! Weekly workshops feature content from the Tech Savvy Seniors and Be Connected programs.

Microsoft Excel is an industry leading spreadsheet application that enables users to format, organise and calculate data in a spreadsheet. In this course you'll learn how to enter data into a spreadsheet, format the spreadsheet, apply simple and complex formulas and functions to achieve desired results, and create charts and graphs from data entered into a spreadsheet.

Microsoft Publisher is a desktop publishing application that can help anyone lay out and style text, pictures, borders, and more to create everything from simple greeting cards and labels to professional newsletters. In this course you'll learn how to identify, open, create and save files in Publisher, add images and text to documents, and print and distribute Publisher files.

Microsoft Word is a powerful word-processing application that can help anyone create professional-quality documents. In this course you'll learn how to identify, open, create and save files in Word, add images and tables to documents, use Word's formatting tools and functions, access and customise settings in Word, and print and distribute Word files.

Zoom is an essential video conferencing app that allows you to do more than conduct virtual meetings. In this workshop you will learn how to work, learn, communicate and collaborate remotely with others.

Enjoy the convenience and reliability of connecting with health professionals and related services online. This course will help you build the skills and confidence to manage your health online. Learn to use apps to make medical appointments, find out how to obtain an electronic prescription, and get familiar with online service providers that offer medical certificates you can give to your employer when you're too sick to work.

Windows is an operating system that runs the basic functions of a computer. Every computer has an operating system. In this course you'll learn how to navigate a Windows 10 desktop, start menu, settings, files and applications, work with files, check the security and privacy status of personal computer, and access, download and remove software applications.

A scam is a fraudulent activity aimed at stealing your money or identity. The truth is that if you stay careful and alert, and follow a few simple steps to stay safer online, you can minimise your chances of being scammed. During this course you'll learn how to recognise and avoid scams and tricks on the Internet. You'll also learn what to do if you suspect you've been the victim of an online scam.

Studying online offers convenience and flexibility to work at your own pace wherever you want. But just like face-to-face study, online learning requires a set of skills to ensure you can successfully complete your course. Gain the digital skills you need to confidently use web browsers and search engines, navigate learner portals and conduct research online.

Get guided learning to help you type faster, easier, better!
Whether you're planning to start work or beginning to study, fast and accurate typing skills will be essential to your success. Increasing your typing speed and accuracy by learning to touch type will make you more efficient and productive! Become a master of the keyboard by joining Typing 101—a fun, skill-building class that will help develop your typing skills and confidence in preparation for work or further study.