Apple Mac An Introduction [HPT]

Course intent

You will be introduced to the macOS interface and discover essential skills for effective use of an Apple Mac computer. You will maximise your productivity, and gain an understanding of macOS features, practical navigation, customisation, and efficient Apple Mac management.

What will I learn?

You will

• Be Introduced to the Mac Operating System
• Navigate the desktop and menu bar & understand system preferences
• Use the Dock for quick access to applications
• Organise and launching applications and use time-saving keyboard shortcuts
• Use of email
• Information Retrieval with Help and Spotlight Search
• Using Help to find Mac-related information
• Safeguarding, Prevent and British Values

Who is this course for? Is there anything I need to know before joining?

This course is designed for individuals who are new to Apple Mac computers or individuals transitioning from other operating systems. It is suitable for beginners or those with limited experience using Macs. No prior knowledge of Apple Macs is required. You should have basic computer literacy skills and familiarity with general computer operations.

As our courses are taught in English, please contact us if you have any concerns about your level of English.

What do I need to bring to the first class? Will there be any extra costs?

You need to bring:

• a notebook and pen

What can I do when I finish the course?

You may like to progress onto another Surrey Adult learning course, such as:

• Apple Mac – Next Steps, Stages 1 – 3
• Our Adobe courses.

Or your tutor can direct you to ‘Next steps’ section, on our website, if you wish to do something else.

Additional information

We welcome learners with additional needs and disabilities. When you enrol, please let us know if you would like to discuss your extra support needs with a member of the Supported Learning Team who will then contact you as soon as possible. If you are enrolling within 10 days of the course start date, we may not be able to contact you before your first class.

How to enrol

You can't currently enrol online for this course, so please call 0300 200 1044 to express your interest or to make an enquiry for further information.

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