Tech Savvy Seniors provides funding to ACE colleges to support older people in NSW access to low-cost or free digital literacy training and beginner intermediate and advanced level. The objective of this training is to
- Increase digital inclusion for seniors in NSW
- Reduce social isolation for seniors in NSW
- Increase access to online government information and services among older people in NSW.
This program is funded and administered by the Department of Communities and Justice.
Course Overview
Are you over 60 and find using digital devices overwhelming?
Our Tech Savvy Seniors program is aimed at building the skills and confidence to use technology. This training is held face-to-face at the Riverina Community College.
Join this fun, interactive digital skills training for seniors.
Learn skills in: Computers Email, Internet iPads, and much more!
Delivered face-to-face only
The Tech Savvy for Seniors program is fully funded by the NSW Government for those 60 years and over.
Thursdays - One day a week from 9:30 am to 12:30 pm.
Full Fee, Subsidised, Concession
Riverina Community College is an approved Smart and Skilled provider - Eligibility and funding criteria apply. For more information on fees please refer to
https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/vocational/funding/smart-skilled-fees
https://www.nsw.gov.au/education-and-training/resources/smart-and-skilled-fee-administration-policy
Or call for a customised quote
Units
Students can enrol in all sessions or select ones. Sessions available are below:
| WEEK 1 | Computers & Cyber Safety |
| WEEK 2 | Introduction to Internet |
| WEEK 3 | Introduction to Email |
| WEEK 4 | Smartphones & iPads/Tablets* |
| WEEK 5 | Introduction to Social Media |
| WEEK 6 | Online shopping & banking |
| WEEK 7 | Video calling & photo sharing |
| WEEK 8 | MyTelstra APP & NSW Seniors Card |
*Please bring your own device
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Support Available
RCC is focused on supporting students throughout their learning journey. Support for learners is tailored to the specific learner needs. For more information on support available to our learners please refer to the RCC Student Handbook.
