Listed here are all FREE online courses that are currently available on ALISON.
One of the biggest advantages of online courses is the convenience of pursuing full-fledged courses and programs without the time-based schedules and strictures associated with traditional campus-based learning. Such flexibility allows you to balance work and life responsibilities and other pursuits.
 | MS DLC (Full 5 Modules)
The goal of Digital Literacy is to teach and assess basic computer concepts and skills so that people can use computer technology in everyday life to develop new social and economic opportunities for themselves, their families, and their communities. |
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 | ALISON ABC IT
ALISON ABC IT is a self-certifiable course which comprehensively introduces the beginner and near beginner to IT literacy. ABC IT introduces the learner to the very basic concepts of computing and teaches how computing can be an everyday feature of life and work. |
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 | MS DLC (Module 1 Only)
Computing is an important part of everyday life in the twenty-first century. From music and photos to banking and communicating, computers have changed the way we work and live. The first module of the Microsoft Digital Literacy curriculum introduces you to the fundamentals of computing, explains the components of a computer, explores operating system basics, and shows you how to use a mouse and a keyboard. |
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 | MS DLC (Module 2 Only)
The Internet can connect you to people, information, and resources around the world. The second module of the Microsoft Digital Literacy curriculum shows you how to connect to the Internet, browse Web pages, navigate Web sites, use search engines, and exchange e-mail with others. |
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 | MS DLC (Module 3 Only)
The third module of the Microsoft Digital Literacy curriculum describes the common features and commands of different productivity programs. It also explains how to work with various categories of productivity programs, such as word processors, spreadsheets, presentation programs, and database programs. |
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 | MS DLC (Module 4 Only)
It's easy to use a computer safely and responsibly if you know how. The fourth module of the Microsoft Digital Literacy curriculum will help you gain confidence in computing by explaining the risks and threats to computer security and privacy so that you can understand and prevent them. |
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 | MS DLC (Module 5 Only)
From cell phones to MP3 players to digital cameras, computers are changing our everyday lives. The fifth and last module of the Microsoft Digital Literacy introduces you to new digital technologies, including digital audio, digital video, and digital photography. It explores how these and other computing technologies are creating new career opportunities and shaping the world we live in. |
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 | Digital Enterprise
Digital skills are needed for almost every job function in a modern competitive economy. Companies are becoming ever-more reliant on those skills being acquired by all of their employees and not just managers. This course suite develops the trainees IT skills, provides IT-related health and safety awareness, and improves touch typing proficiency. |
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 | How to use Gmail
This course uses the Web-based e-mail service from Google™ called Gmail™, (Google Mail in the UK and Germany), to introduce you to the basics of e-mail. Gmail is an e-mail service which is accessed directly via the Web, and is not dependent on your using software loaded on your own personal computer (e.g. Microsoft Outlook or Mozilla Thunderbird). A major advantage of Web-based e-mail is that you can access your e-mail from any Internet-connected computer anywhere in the world. |
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 | Identity Theft
Identity theft is an increasingly common crime. Fortunately there are many preventative measures you can take to substantially reduce the chance of your identity being stolen, as well as steps you can take to minimize damage if you become a victim of this crime.
This programme will give you the tools to protect yourself and your staff by highlighting the issues around identity theft.
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 | Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 Training
Improve upon your knowledge of MS IE version 6 with this free Microsoft Internet Explorer course. You will be trained in all basic aspects of surfing the World Wide Web, how to accomplish common Web search tasks, and how to use Web-based forms to interact with a Web site. |
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 | Microsoft Office Excel 2003 Training
Microsoft Excel 2003 combines a powerful spreadsheet application with the user-friendly atmosphere of Windows. Delegates will learn the basics of creating, editing, and saving worksheets. |
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 | Microsoft Office Outlook 2003 Training
Learn how to use MS Outlook 2003 with our free Microsoft Outlook course.
Outlook is the messaging and collaboration application within the Microsoft Office suite of programs. It helps you to organize and share information and to communicate with other people, especially through its usefulness for composing, sending and receiving e-mail. |
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 | Microsoft Office PowerPoint 2003 Training
Anybody working in the knowledge economy needs to present ideas to people in an attractive and effective manner. This short, free online course covers the fundamental principles of using Microsoft PowerPoint 2003. |
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 | Microsoft Office Word 2003 Training
Anybody working in the knowledge economy needs a basic understanding of word processing. This short course covers the fundamental principles of using Microsoft Word 2003. |
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 | Microsoft Office Word 2007 تدريب باللغة العربية
ننطلق معاً في هذه الدورة التدريبية نحو العمل بأقصى سرعة مع Word 2007 والتعرف على أفضل الطرق لاستخدام الشريط الجديد والتمكن من العثور على الأوامر الشائعة والتعامل مع القوائم والجداول والرسومات وخصائص وورد المتقدمة وقم باستيعاب ما يقوم به برنامج معالج النصوص المحترف Word 2007 |
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 | Unit E - BCS Using IT Module
Unit E is an additional module of IT Desktop Application training added to ECDL curriculum within the UK by the British Computer Society (BCS) to bring the ECDL syllabus into line with the UK’s Level 1 and Level 2 National Qualification Framework (NQF). It provides IT training outside of the ECDL curriculum which is not required learning outside of the Second Level school system of the United Kingdom. |
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 | Microsoft Office 2003 Training
Microsoft Office 2003 Training is a self-certifiable course which comprehensively introduces the beginner and near beginner to the four most popular applications within the Microsoft Office 2003 suite: Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint.
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 | Financial Literacy
What you do not know about money can really affect your entire life! Financial Literacy is an introductory course about personal financial management. In this interactive multimedia course, a series of seven dynamic modules covering everything from how to set up your first bank account to planning for your retirement will put you on the path to financial fitness! |
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 | Managing Safety and Health in Schools
School principals, managers and teachers should know about health and safety when engaged in work or as future members of the workforce. This short course introduces the management of school safety and health. |
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 | Workstation Ergonomics
It is important for those who spend long periods of time working with computers to know about workstation ergonomics. This course covers using computer equipment in a safe and healthy way. |
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 | Back Safety
This Back Safety training will provide learners with useful information on how to take the relevant precautions against back injury at their place of work. This programme combines exercises within each module with a quiz at the end of each module. |
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 | Behavior-Based-Safety
This course provides an introduction to behavior-based safety. It is designed primarily for supervisors and team leaders, but may be useful to anyone requiring an overview of the concepts involved. This course is of particular use to Health and Safety Auditors, Representatives and Officers or Managers. |
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 | Drug-Free Workplace
This Drug-free Workplace training will provide the learner with useful information on how to recognize the signs of drug misuse at their place of work and how to takes steps to prevent its increase. This programme allows the learner to complete the modules at their own pace, with exercises within each module and a quiz at the each module end. |
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 | An Introduction to Managing Safety and Health in Schools
This course aims to assist school principals and teachers in their understanding of managing workplace safety, health and welfare. It covers areas such as Completing a Safety Statement, Roles and Responsibility as well as Accident Reporting. |
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 | Get Safe - Work Safe: Workplace Safety and Health for Senior Cycle Students
This course will introduce Transition Year (TY) and Senior Cycle (SC) students to the principles of workplace safety, health and welfare. It aims to prepare young people for the world of work. This course forms part of the HSA, National Council for Curriculum Assessment (NCCA) approved, Transition Unit programme.
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 | HIV/AIDS
From having a HIV test to living with HIV and AIDS, this course uses a straightforward style to deliver a clear and most effective basic AIDS Awareness education programme. |
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 | Business English Test (LT-E)
English is emerging as the primary global business language and good command of the English language is now a key business skill. The Scales LT-E test measures whether your command of English will support interaction on an international scale! |
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 | Psychometric Tests
The SHAPESTM psychometric test helps you to understand your personal strengths for employment with respect to personality and competency.
The VIEWSTM psychometric test helps you to understand your personal strengths relating to employment with respect to your values, motives and interests.
These tests are indicative only, the results which can be saved in your personal ALISON account in PDF format.
The Psychometric Assessments are offered in partnership with the Cut-e Group, the international experts in psychometric test development.
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 | Basic Study Skills - A Short Guide
Identify your personal learning style and learn about key study skills such as: mind mapping, time management, keeping a study diary, reading and writing techniques, as well as listening, speaking and telephone techniques. |
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 | Touch Typing Skills
Our Touch Typing Course is a professional typing tutor that helps you to increase your typing speed and accuracy. It takes very little time to learn the basics of touch typing, allowing you to develop a skill that we help you for a lifetime! Save yourself hours of time and learn to touch type! |
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 | ALISON Country Marketing Team
Welcome to the Country Marketing Team Forums. These forums are reserved for registered members of ALISON who have volunteered to promote ALISON in their local or native countries, cities or regions. If you are interested to join a forum local to you, please send a request to join through http://alison.com/contact/prvolunteer or by sending your full details and a letter of interest to: support@alison.com with a subject heading entitled "Marketing Team application". |
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