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"The trainer's approach made the complex world of social media easy to grasp."

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"The course not only covered content creation basics but also delved into analytics and effective strategies."

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Price £195 (no VAT) Time 9:00am-2:00pm Venue Llynfi Enterprise Centre, Bridgend County, CF34 0BQ

Course Overview

Welcome to the Basic Social Media Course in Bridgend. Social media has become an integral part of our modern lives, revolutionising the way we connect, share, and engage with others. Whether you're new to social media or looking to boost your proficiency in navigating these platforms, this one-day course is designed to provide you with the essential knowledge and skills to use social media effectively and responsibly. Throughout this course, our knowledgeable instructors will guide you through the basics of various popular social media platforms. We'll explore the core features and functionalities of platforms like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and more. You will learn how to create and manage your profiles, navigate privacy settings, and interact with others in a meaningful and respectful manner.

Understanding the significance of online safety and digital citizenship is crucial in the social media landscape. We'll delve into best practices for protecting your personal information, recognising and handling online harassment, and being a responsible digital citizen. Additionally, we'll discuss strategies for creating engaging content, understanding hashtags, and leveraging social media for personal or professional purposes. Whether you want to stay connected with friends and family, promote a business, or network with like-minded individuals, this course will equip you with the tools to make the most of social media's potential.

Course Dates 2024

May: Fully Booked

June: 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th

July: 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th

August: 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th

September: 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th

October: 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st

Course Content

• An introduction to social media
• Types of social media (Twitter, Facebook & Instagram)
• Basic functions of social media
• Creating strong passwords
• Understanding privacy control
• Staying safe with social media

Who is this course for?

This Basic Social Media course is suitable for people who are new to social media and want to keep in touch with family and friends. This course is well suited to new and novice users but who want to become proficient and confident in using social media.