Master the Basics of Computer Use

The basic computer skills training pilot is intended for unemployed jobseekers. It will take place on Wednesdays from 4 November to 9 December 2026, 14:00–15:30, at Työntalo (Hannikaisenkatu 11–13, 40100 Jyväskylä). The course has 10 places. A laptop will be available on site. The training is free of charge and does not need to be reported to the employment authorities.

What? Word processing; file formats and converting files; attaching files to emails; using a browser; usernames and passwords; for example, Oma Opintopolku. You can also earn competence badges (for example, Developing Digital Skills, Digital Environments, and Digital Content).

Where and when? Työntalo (Hannikaisenkatu 11–13, 40100 Jyväskylä), Wednesdays from 4 November to 9 December 2026, 14:00–15:30.

Who is it for? Unemployed adult jobseekers (at least 18 years old) who speak Finnish. This is training that does not need to be reported to the employment authorities. The group is limited to 10 participants.

How? Register using the Google Forms form (https://forms.gle/aewjPkEdHfQrsw1Y7) by Tuesday, 27 October.

Why? Digital skills are important both in everyday life and at work. The competence badges you earn can be presented, for example, as proof of digital skills when applying for jobs. The training is co-funded by the European Social Fund.