Online Safety
A 5-week program focused on equipping families and older adults with the knowledge and tools to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly — at home and online.
Programme Description
Online Safety training is a 5-week course designed to help families and older adults build the confidence and knowledge needed to stay safe in today’s digital world. As technology becomes more embedded in daily life, the risks of online scams, misinformation, identity theft, and digital overexposure are increasing — often leaving adults feeling overwhelmed and unsure of how to respond.
This course offers a clear, supportive space to understand those risks and take action. Participants will learn how to protect personal information, create strong passwords, secure devices, and manage social media privacy settings. The course also explores how to set healthy digital boundaries at home and support children and teens in developing safe, responsible tech habits. Whether you're a parent trying to protect your children or an older adult looking to improve your digital confidence, this course will leave you feeling more aware, better equipped, and in control of your online world.
Programme Structure
Week 1: Understanding Computers and the Internet
- How digital systems function
- Internet basics, Wi-Fi, browsers, and IP addresses
Week 2: Identifying Online Threats
- Spotting phishing, scams, and harmful downloads
- Recognizing fake links and common online dangers
Week 3: Social Media and Password Management
- Adjusting privacy settings and account security
- Creating and managing strong passwords
Week 4: Parental Controls and Screen Time
- Setting limits on devices and online access
- Using monitoring tools to support safe tech use at home
Week 5: Data Security and Cloud Storage
- Backing up data securely and using cloud services
- Understanding data rights and digital storage safety
Programme Benefits
- Understand how computers and the internet work to use them more confidently
- Learn to identify and avoid scams, phishing attacks, and harmful downloads
- Strengthen account security with better password habits and privacy settings
- Set up effective parental controls and manage screen time at home
- Safeguard your data using secure backup methods and cloud storage responsibly
- Build digital confidence and create a safer online environment for the whole family