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Skill · Digital and technology

Digital workplace foundations

Use a computer, the internet, email and files with confidence at work.

Courses21 free
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ClusterDigital and technology
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You'll learn

Operate a computer and its settings
Use the internet safely and efficiently
Write and manage email
Organise, name and find files
Work in a shared online workspace

Tools

Windows
Web browsers
Email
Cloud storage

Courses that teach it

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Digital Foundations Digital Literacy & Workplace Foundations The free NIBS foundation course: computers, the internet, staying safe, AI tools, Windows, a first look at Word, Excel and PowerPoint, email and meetings, the cloud, working together online and digital habits for a South African workplace. Free, with a Certificate of Completion. 22 modules, about 45 hours · 3 to 5 hours a week · Online or at an e-Learning Cafe Free View course

Role Pathways

Digital Digital Office Administration Run a modern digital office: information systems, Microsoft 365, records and POPIA in practice. Every learner starts here. 10 to 12 weeks · 8 to 10 hours a week · Online, at an e-Learning Cafe, or at Katlehong Computer School Included in NIBS Plus View pathway

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