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Wednesday, 21st December 2011

The "Get Ireland Online" programme is part of the Benefit 3 Scheme which has awarded €1.88 for 20 training projects run by community and voluntary groups and not-for-profit organisations across Ireland and aims to upskill 40,000 people. As part of this scheme, Access I.T. Ltd, Parish Centre, Ballybeg, Waterford will ensure 150 people are certified with basic IT skills to prevent them from mission our on opportunities most people now take for granted in Waterford.

Participants will be taught how to make use of the web, send email, use internet telephone service like Skype and do shopping and digital photography during five 2 hour classes for €10. Everybody will benefit from this training, but it is especially suitable for unemployed people, disadvantaged groups and anyone lacking in basic computer skills. The Benefit 3 programme aims to ensure that no one is left behind as the country gets increasingly confident using social media.

Access I.T. Ltd is committed to promoting digital literacy in Waterford and we are delighted to be able to undertake another project that can enhance the day to day lives of those that feel they are being left behind when it comes to the internet.

For more information about the course, or to register a place for you or someone who could benefit form this training please contact, Maeve at Access I.T. Ltd, Parish Centre, Ballybeg, Waterford, on 051 590873 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

ACCESS I.T. Ltd, Wishes all our students and those who support us Very Happy Christmas And Prosperous New Year!!!

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