Every year in late October, the Good Things Foundation host ‘GetOnlineWeek’ their annual digital campaign aiming to support & train users to be able to get online and learn to use the internet. CETMA are continuing to take part in the campaign this year by hosting a set of different Digital Training sessions throughout GetOnlineWeek.
Taking place daily through GetOnlineWeek (October 19th – October 23rd) from 1pm – 3pm, sessions will be taking place between CETMA’s Llanelli & Swansea Offices each with a different topic & teaching attendees’ different useful things about getting online and some
of the things you can do online/should be aware of. A summary of each daily session, location & contents are listed below:
October 19th: Appsolutely Fabulous 2026 (Llanelli & Swansea)
An introductory session into Apps. Including what they are, where you can download them on your mobile device and going through a set of different examples for some of the best apps that you can download for a variety of purposes to make the most of your mobile
device.
October 20th: Scam Prevention Workshop (Llanelli & Swansea)
A session informing attendees of all the different types/kinds of scams that are prevalent online. Including what they are, some common signs to look out for and other methods of ensuring you stay vigilant & don’t have any money/personal details stolen from you.
October 21st: Social Media Workshop (Llanelli & Swansea)
A session introducing attendees to the basics of Social Media. Including some of the most popular examples, how to set up accounts and some of the things you can do on social media (e.g. interacting with ‘friends’, keeping up with the news etc)
October 22nd: Getting to Grips with AI (Llanelli & Swansea)
An informative session covering AI/Generative AI, including what it is, some of the things that can be done with it and reviewing some of the most prominent pros/cons of AI usage so people can make an informed decision on their stance regarding AI usage
October 23rd: Learn My Way Workshop (Llanelli Only)
A session introducing LearnMyWay, a free online learning resource with a variety of different topics to learn about many of the basics surrounding internet usage. Accounts will also be created during this session so all the training available can be accessed.
Speaking on GetOnlineWeek, CETMA Director Elian Williams said:
“Digital Inclusion has always been a priority for CETMA. And we strive to tackle the digital divide however we can and ensure as many people as possible can access the internet and know all of the benefits online presence can get someone. And we feel GetOnlineWeek in particular is a great initiative/time of year to do this & ensure no one is left behind as more services are moving online.”
All of these sessions mentioned will be free to attend, but spaces are limited. So anyone interested in attending or with any more questions should contact CETMA as soon as possible. You can do this by phoning 01554 556996 (selecting the relevant extension for either Llanelli/Swansea), emailing either llanelli/swansea@cetma.org.uk or visiting us in person in either office:
Llanelli: CETMA Business & Community Centre, 154 Station Road, Llanelli, SA15 1YU
Swansea: CETMA Swansea, First Floor, Grove House, Swansea, SA1 5DF