Around
UK households do not own a digital device.
UK households lacked broadband or mobile internet access.
adults were unable to perform essential tasks to get online.
Building Digital Confidence Across Kent
From Tuesday to Thursday, we deliver half and full day digital skills sessions in our Paddock Wood centre for people who are looking to improve their digital confidence.
With personalised 1-to-1 support from friendly trainers, our clients can learn to use the internet and devices safely so they can live a more independent life in today’s digital world. They can also join various creative group sessions to strengthen their social confidence also.
Below, you will discover the learning opportunities you or someone you know could benefit from when attending our centre:
Basic Digital Skills
Build confidence with digital devices, the internet, and accessing important online services with the support of our friendly digital skills trainers. We can help you with:
- Learning the basics of using phones, tablets, computers & laptops, and various apps
- Staying safe on the internet
- Identifying scams, fake websites, and unreliable sources
- Using email and social media to stay in touch with friends and family
- Shopping and banking online
- Accessing healthcare services and information
- Using AI tools and programs
- Researching information about hobbies, interests, the news, journey planning and more
Creative Expression
Discover ways to express yourself creatively with the help of technology and practical activities. We can help you with:
- Art and design using online programs such as CoralDraw
- Creative writing and storytelling with Microsoft Word and blogging websites
- AI programs to help bring ideas to life
- Simple music recording with Garageband and other online programs
- Traditional artwork with paint, markers, and craft paper
We also deliver group creative activities where you can work on your projects with other clients.
Programming and Innovation
Learn more about how technology works by developing technical digital skills. We can help you with:
- Block programming using Scratch
- Simple website coding with HTML
- BBC micro:bit projects
- Accessible online courses for more specific technology interests
Personal Interests & Growth
Your learning journey is unique to you. If there’s a skill you’d like to develop, a project you’d like to work on, or an interest you’d like to explore, our trainers will do their best to support you.
We’ve helped clients with everything from digital photography and podcasting to garden design and creative projects. Whatever inspires you, we’d love to hear your ideas.
I love writing stories, but it’s been difficult to use standard computers due to my failing eyesight. I often feel discouraged that I can express myself as I want to. Attending Compaid’s centre gives me access to a high-contrast keyboard with large keys and a rollerball mouse which makes writing easier, and the encouragement of the trainers and all the friends I’ve made here has really boosted my confidence.
Get In Touch!
To discuss a place at our Training Centre for you or someone you know, please fill the out form or use the contact details below.
Address:
Unit 1 Eastlands,
Maidstone Road,
Paddock Wood,
Kent,
TN12 6BU
Training centre number: 01892 833606
Training centre open times: 10am – 3pm, Tuesday – Thursday
Contact Outreach: [email protected]
