Learn online skills

You can get free advice and support for you to learn basic online skills at selected libraries. This includes:

• one-to-one sessions with one of our trained volunteer Digital Champions
• a course with SGS College
• self-guided online learning

Watch the short video below to find out what our residents are saying about the sessions.

One-to-one digital skills support

In a one-to-one session with a Digital Champion, you can get help with using email, downloading and using apps, and staying safe online.

Find out more about digital skills support sessions.

Computer courses for beginners

SGS College currently offer free 16-week courses at Downend, Bradley Stoke and Winterbourne libraries.

The group courses are aimed at beginners and also suitable if you have some basic computer skills and would like to refresh or improve your knowledge.

The courses start in mid-September and February. However, you are welcome to join partway through a course if spaces are available.

Find out more about computer courses for beginners.

Self-guided online learning

You can book to use a computer in the library to access Learn My Way, a website of free online learning for beginners, helping you develop digital skills to make the most of the online world.