Digital skills and learning
Find a course or training
If you want to improve your digital skills and gain a qualification at the same time, we can help. Our Adult Skills and Community Learning service offer a range courses, even if you're a complete beginner. And through Advancing Digital you can receive free digital skills training if you have a job and live or work in Barnsley.
Why digital skills are important
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92% of businesses say that a basic level of digital skills is important for their employees
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Manual workers with high or very high levels of digital skills earn £421 per month more than those without
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49% of people say they manage their health and wellbeing online
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85% of people say using the internet helps them connect better with friends and family
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67% of people say having basic digital skills helps them save money and get better deals.