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Digital Essentials … For Work and For Life: Wythenshawe

Want to make the tech in your life work better for you?
Looking to understand the basics of being online – from sending emails, to searching the web?
Need a hand with filling in online forms or using particular apps?
Want to stay connected with friends and family?
Curious about how to find good quality jobs?
Want to start or grow your business online?

MadLab has a range of personal support and workshops on offer from November 2025 to January 2026 in Wythenshawe to suit every need. Check out what we have on offer below, and if you can’t find what you are after just ask – we are here as your one-stop-shop for digital skills!

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Drop-in sessions

No need to book, just come along and have a chat with one of our experts. Get your tech questions answered, and receive professional advice on everything from getting online through to building work-ready digital skills

  • Friday 28th November: 9:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 3rd December: 10am - 3pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Friday 5th December: 9:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 10th December: 10am - 3pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Friday 12th December: 9:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 17th December: 10am - 3pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Friday 19th December: 9:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 7th January: 10am - 3pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Friday 9th January: 9:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 14th January: 10am - 3pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Friday 16th January: 9:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 21st January: 10am - 3pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Friday 23rd January: 9:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre

You don’t need to book. Just come to the venue and look for the MadLab banners and one of our expert tutors will be delighted to help.

Upcoming Masterclasses

These are 90 minute workshops covering the most essential digital skills. You can choose to attend several sessions, or just pick and mix what you need.

Using the Internet and Sending Emails

Using email effectively; video calls and online interview etiquette; professional vs. personal communication; and task/time management

  • Friday 28th November: 10:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 3rd December: 10:30am - 12pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Wednesday 3rd December: 12:30pm - 2pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Friday 19th December: 10:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 7th January: 10:30am - 12pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Wednesday 7th January: 12:30pm - 2pm, Wythenshawe Forum

CVs and Job Searching

Creating your CV; accessing reliable online training; using LinkedIn or job boards to manage your professional profile; understanding how employers check digital footprints

  • Friday 5th December: 10:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 10th December: 10:30am - 12pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Wednesday 10th December: 12:30pm - 2pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Friday 9th January: 10:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 14th January: 10:30am - 12pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Wednesday 14th January: 12:30pm - 2pm, Wythenshawe Forum

Staying safe online

Password management & two-factor authentication; recognising phishing emails and scams; understanding data protection and online professionalism

  • Friday 12th December: 10:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 17th December: 10:30am - 12pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Wednesday 17th December: 12:30pm - 2pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Friday 16th January: 10:30am - 12pm, Woodhouse Park Lifestyle Centre
  • Wednesday 21st January: 10:30am - 12pm, Wythenshawe Forum
  • Wednesday 21st January: 12:30pm - 2pm, Wythenshawe Forum

How to Register and what happens next

Interested? Use our online form to >> Book Now! <<

Not confident using our form, or need more information? Get in touch by phone or WhatsApp on 07874 040940 or send us an email at team@madlab.org.uk. Our team is here to help!

Digital Essentials is supported by the WEA and GMCA through the Greater Manchester Community Grants Programme.

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