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WIR Hessen · Digital Skills for Women

Computer Course for Women in Darmstadt

Come as a complete beginner. You'll learn to use a computer, the internet, e-mail, Word, Excel and PowerPoint for the things you do every day.

👩 For women · beginner-friendly 🎓 Participation certificate ✅ AZAV-certified provider 📍 Darmstadt · on-site
8practice-based sessions
16 h2 hours per session
Germanfor beginners
Certificateon completion
A practical start into the digital world

Handle everyday digital tasks on your own

So much of daily life now happens on a screen. Booking a doctor's appointment, filling in a form, downloading a letter, writing an e-mail. When you're not sure how it works, even a small task can feel stressful.

This course is for women who want to handle those tasks on their own. We show you each step first, then you try it yourself on your own computer, with someone right there if you get stuck. You don't need to know anything beforehand.

Women learning computer basics together in the Januam course for women in Darmstadt

Why women choose this course

  • A small group where nobody rushes you and no question is too basic
  • Your own computer to practise on from the very first minute
  • Plain language and clear steps you can follow at your pace
  • Real tasks from daily life: e-mails, forms, PDFs, official websites
  • A certificate at the end you can add to a job application
What you will learn

Practical digital skills for everyday life

Eight topics that cover what you'll actually use, at home, in a course, or at work.

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Use a computer

Windows, mouse, keyboard, programs, desktop and basic settings.

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Organise files

Create folders, save documents, find, copy, move and delete files.

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Use the internet

Open websites, search, manage downloads and spot reliable sources.

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Write e-mails

Write, reply, forward, send attachments and recognise spam.

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Learn Word

Create, format, save, export as PDF and print text documents.

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Understand Excel

Build simple tables, enter numbers and calculate totals with formulas.

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Use PowerPoint

Create short presentations, add images and use slideshow mode.

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Stay safe online

Passwords, privacy, safe websites, phishing, QR codes and forms.

Beginner-friendly computer course for women at Januam in Darmstadt
Course structure

Your 8-session learning path

Every session pairs a short explanation with lots of time to practise. Open one to see what you'll do.

1Introduction to Computers & Windows+
Computer types, hardware and software, mouse and keyboard practice, the Windows desktop, taskbar and Start menu, and how to shut down safely.
2Files & Folder Management+
Create folders and subfolders, save and find documents, rename, copy, move and delete files, and restore them from the Recycle Bin.
3Internet Use & Safe Browsing+
Open the browser, visit websites, use tabs and search engines, download files, save bookmarks, and learn what "https" and the lock symbol mean.
4E-mail & Digital Communication+
Sign in and out of Gmail safely, write, reply to and forward e-mails, add and open attachments, and recognise spam and phishing.
5Word Processing (Word)+
Create a document, type and edit text, format headings, save your file, export it as a PDF and use print preview.
6Excel Tables & PowerPoint+
Rows, columns and cells, build and format a table, calculate a total with a formula, and create a short slide presentation.
7Online Services in Everyday Life+
Online appointments and forms, PDFs, maps and routes, QR codes, cloud storage, data protection and simple AI tools.
8Review, Practical Check & Certificate+
Review all topics, complete realistic everyday tasks with light support, give feedback, and receive your participation certificate.
Who is this course for?

Made for beginners

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For beginners

You've barely used a computer and want a calm place to start, at your own pace.

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For everyday life

You'd like to deal with appointments, e-mails, online forms and documents yourself.

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For education & work

You want a stronger digital footing for a course, a job application or work.

Meet your instructors

The people who will guide you

Friendly, patient trainers who teach in plain language and stay right beside you while you practise.

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Instructor name

Course instructor

Add a short, warm bio here: experience teaching beginners, languages spoken, what participants can expect.

A

Instructor name

Course instructor

Add a short, warm bio here: experience teaching beginners, languages spoken, what participants can expect.

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Support & guidance

Learning assistant

Add a short, warm bio here: how the assistant helps during practice so no one is left behind.

After successful participation

Receive a participation certificate

After completing the Computer Basics course, you receive a certificate that confirms your attendance and the basic digital skills you practised.

  • Confirmation of course participation
  • Proof of the basic digital learning content covered
  • Useful for personal records, applications or further education
Januam participation certificate awarded after the computer basics course for women
Good to know

Course details & how to join

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Location

On-site in Darmstadt
RheinstraรŸe 5, 64283 Darmstadt

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Format

8 sessions · Tuesdays & Wednesdays
2 hours each · afternoon or evening group

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Language

German, in simple, beginner-friendly language

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What to bring

Just yourself — a computer is provided for each participant

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On-site registration

Mon–Wed, 3:00–5:00 PM
or register online anytime

CoursePart 1Part 2Time slot
K110–21 Aug24 Aug – 4 Sep14:30–16:30
K210–21 Aug24 Aug – 4 Sep17:00–19:00
K37–18 Sep21 Sep – 2 Oct14:30–16:30
K47–18 Sep21 Sep – 2 Oct17:00–19:00
K519–30 Oct2–13 Nov14:30–16:30
K619–30 Oct2–13 Nov17:00–19:00
K716–27 Nov30 Nov – 11 Dec14:30–16:30
K816–27 Nov30 Nov – 11 Dec17:00–19:00

Courses run on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Participation in all 8 sessions is important so every topic can be fully practised.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do I need any prior computer knowledge?
No. The course starts from the very beginning — turning the computer on, using the mouse and keyboard — and is designed for complete beginners.
Is this course only for women?
Yes. This Computer Basics course is offered specifically for women as part of the WIR Hessen programme, in a supportive, pressure-free learning environment.
What do I need to bring?
Just yourself. A computer is provided for each participant. If you have a laptop and prefer to use it, you are welcome to bring it.
In which language is the course taught?
The course is taught in German, using simple and clear language suited to beginners.
Do I get a certificate?
Yes. After completing the course you receive a participation certificate confirming your attendance and the digital skills you practised — useful for personal records, applications or further education.
Where and when does the course take place?
On-site in Darmstadt (RheinstraรŸe 5, 64283 Darmstadt). Courses run over two weeks in eight 2-hour sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with an afternoon group (14:30–16:30) and an evening group (17:00–19:00).
How do I register?
Register online through the course registration page, or come in person Monday to Wednesday between 3:00 and 5:00 PM. For questions, call +49 176 76642122 or e-mail contact@januam.com.
Januam digital skills day event for women in Darmstadt
In the press

“Kurs in Darmstadt schult Migrantinnen in Digitalkompetenz”

Our digital-skills work for women in Darmstadt was featured in the Darmstädter Echo. Read the article on echo-online.de →

Ready to get started?

Come and learn computer basics with other women in Darmstadt, at a pace that suits you. We'll help you the whole way.

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