Digital literacy is more than knowing how to use a smartphone or a computer

In an increasingly digitised world, digital literacy is now just as important as traditional literacy. So, it’s no surprise that employer demand for skills in this area has surged.

Digital literacy is about using technology to find, use and share information. It’s also about understanding the importance of privacy, security and assessing the credibility of information.

This course explores skills, trends and issues in digital literacy. You’ll also discover how to benchmark and evidence your digital literacy skills, which can help you to advance in your career.

This course is designed for professionals with three or more years of experience looking to advance in their current career path, change industry entirely, or re-join the workforce after time away from work. It will also be of interest to new job seekers looking to demonstrate their problem-solving skills to employers.