Weymouth Digital Skills Hub

Now open at Weymouth Library.

Whether you're just starting out with technology or looking to boost your digital confidence, the Weymouth Digital Skills Hub is here to help. Running from September to December, the hub offers free courses, workshops, and drop-in support for residents and businesses.

It’s a friendly, inclusive space where you can:

learn essential digital skills
get support with job applications and online tools
explore business development opportunities
connect with your community

Community Connect Fridays

These are held every week at the hub, running up to Friday 19 December. They are supported by Citizens Advice, Weymouth Job Centre Plus, Volunteer Centre Dorset and Steps2Wellbeing. They offer a one stop shop for career, business, benefits, financial, digital and wellbeing advice and support.

See more information, including what times the advisors are available.

Upcoming courses, expert talks and workshops

Each course is free to attend and designed to meet you where you are - whether you're a beginner, job seeker, or business owner.

Digital discovery course: beginner

This beginner-level course held at Weymouth Library is designed to help you build confidence using digital devices and online tools.

Digital discovery course: intermediate

This course builds on basic digital skills and helps learners use technology more confidently and effectively.

Digital employability skills

This practical course is designed to help learners confidently navigate the modern job market using digital tools.

Weymouth Business Accelerator Programme

A free, in-person course designed to help micro businesses build confidence and capability in running and growing their business.

Microsoft for beginners

Microsoft for Beginners is a free, in-person course designed to help adults build confidence using Microsoft Office tools.

Excel for professionals: intermediate

This intermediate-level Excel course is designed for professionals who already have basic Excel skills and want to take their spreadsheet expertise to the next level.

Excel for professionals: advanced

This advanced Excel course is designed for professionals who use Excel regularly and want to master its more powerful tools for data analysis and productivity.

Tech Talks with Dr Phil Wilkinson

Dr Wilkinson's talks are designed to empower individuals and families to make informed decisions in an increasingly connected world.

Volunteer Digital Champions

Bookable sessions providing one-to-one support – how to use phones, tablets, computers and the internet – ask anything!

Coming soon

Business Masterclasses

1 to 3 day workshops designed to help professionals and small business owners develop practical digital skills tailored to their industry or workplace needs. More information coming soon.

Win a tablet and boost your digital future!

When you sign up for a Digital Discovery or Digital Employability Skills course, you’ll automatically be entered into a prize draw to win a brand-new tablet! The lucky winner will receive their device upon completing the course - a perfect tool to keep building your digital skills.

If you don’t have regular access to a computer or tablet at home due to affordability, you may be eligible to receive a free tablet or refurbished laptop after completing the course. This is a fantastic opportunity to stay connected and continue learning.

To find out if you qualify, just email digitaldorset@dorsetcouncil.gov.uk

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