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For Seniors

What is the Digital Skills Gap?

The digital skills gap for senior citizens refers to increased inability to operate in modern society. Seniors with limited digital skills face:

  • Reduced independence in managing personal affairs

  • Difficulty accessing essential services

  • Increased isolation from family and community

  • Barriers to accessing healthcare and banking services

This gap isn't just about technology - it's about social inclusion and the ability to fully participate in modern society.

As physical services continue to decrease, the need to bridge this digital divide becomes increasingly urgent.

SENIOR CITIZENS ARE BEING ISOLATED.

With the rapid shift to online services and fewer physical locations, elderly individuals without digital skills face increased isolation and inability to access critical services.

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Those over 75 score just 27.2 on the Digital Ability scale (compared to 81.6 for under 34s)

There's a dramatic decline in Digital Ability after age 55

Only 50% of 65-74 year olds increased their online activities during the digital service shift

Registered Training Organisations

Developing digital capability is an essential skill in today's world, necessary for long-term success in work, learning and life.

The Digital Literacy Licence enables RTOs to benchmark a student’s level of digital literacy against the Australian Digital Capability Framework prior to enrolment and determine their learning and support needs.

Address identified gaps using our self-paced online microcredentials to ensure you are providing your students with the edge to employability pathways.

Empowering Teachers to Better Support their Learners!

As educators, we have a responsibility to accommodate every learning style, ensure the quality of our teaching material and equip students with the skills to navigate digital spaces effectively.

The use of technology can unlock limitless potential in the classroom, and the best way to know how to harness that power is by undertaking an Educator Capability Licence: designed for teachers by teachers.

The Digital Literacy Licence: A Comprehensive Solution

Recognising the pivotal role of digital literacy in driving Australia's digital competitiveness, VETNexus has developed the Digital Literacy Licence (DLL), a comprehensive program designed to equip learners and professionals with the essential digital skills they need to succeed.

The DLL program is meticulously crafted to align with the Australian Digital Capability Framework (ADCF) and the Digital Literacy Skills Framework (DLSF), ensuring that participants receive a well-rounded education.

Through a combination of interactive learning modules, hands-on activities, and real-world scenarios, the DLL program empowers participants to:

Develop a deep understanding of the digital landscape and its impact on various aspects of life

  • Cultivate critical thinking skills to evaluate the credibility of online information sources

  • Enhance their ability to communicate and collaborate effectively in digital environments

  • Create compelling digital content that resonates with their target audience

  • Implement robust cybersecurity measures to safeguard their digital identities and data

  • Embrace the principles of digital ethics and responsible technology use

By equipping individuals with these comprehensive digital skills, the DLL program not only addresses Australia's current digital competitiveness challenges but also future-proofs the workforce, ensuring they possess the agility and adaptability to thrive in an ever-evolving digital world.

What’s included?

  • Story-Telling Approach to Learning

    The lessons begin with story-telling, mixed in with some decision-making. Go on a journey with our DLL characters as they learn all about navigating a digital world. We follow this group of friends and family throughout the four levels of the program, learning alongside them.

  • Interactive Content

    The program involves the participant in completing activities along the way to reinforce the messages from the characters and stories as well as the subsequent content that is presented. By the time the participant reaches the assessment points, they have already undertaken a range of activities to reinforce the message.

  • Activity Type Indicators

    There are consistent markers across the program to highlight the type of activity that is being presented. This may be a video, link to a website, click to reveal, or a drag and drop style activity. It is quick and easy to identify the type of activity by glancing at the top corner of the slide.

  • Content Outlines

    Each lesson begins with a Lesson Roadmap that outlines the content that will be covered in the lesson. Each GPS indicator on the map provides additional detail on each topic.

Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Businesses and Individuals

The benefits of the DLL program extend beyond individual empowerment; it also plays a crucial role in bolstering the digital competitiveness of Australian businesses and organisations. By investing in the digital literacy of their workforce, companies can unlock a wealth of advantages, including:

  • Enhanced Productivity: A digitally literate workforce can leverage technology to streamline processes, automate repetitive tasks, and optimise workflows, increasing efficiency and productivity.

  • Improved Customer Experience: With a deep understanding of digital platforms and communication channels, employees can deliver exceptional customer experiences, fostering loyalty and driving business growth.

  • Innovation and Agility: By cultivating a culture of digital literacy, organisations can encourage innovation, rapidly adapt to changing market dynamics, and seize new opportunities as they arise.

  • Cybersecurity Resilience: Equipping employees with the knowledge and skills to identify and mitigate cyber threats can significantly reduce the risk of data breaches, protecting the organisation's reputation and financial well-being.

  • Talent Attraction and Retention: Companies prioritising digital literacy training and development are more likely to attract and retain top talent, positioning themselves as forward-thinking and committed to employee growth.

Furthermore, by empowering individuals with digital literacy skills, the DLL program contributes to bridging the digital divide within society. It ensures that no one is left behind in the digital revolution, fostering an inclusive and equitable digital ecosystem where all Australians can participate, contribute, and thrive.

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It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.

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“There’s a gap in our accredited learning... having the DLL which is self-paced, self-marking and didn’t require a TAE to deliver, was an attractive option for us as a starting point. Our youth workers were strongly recommended to do the program themselves and completed it on one professional development day.”
— Sandra Larritt, RTO Manager, Edmund Rice Education Australia

The Problem.

As the world has increasingly become technology bound, there are millions of people who no longer have the skills that enable them to successfully interact in their education, workplace of even at home.

Why we Exist

The Solution.

Digital Literacy Licence is your online delivering solution. Providing a huge range of training programmes our education platform is designed to be customised to meet your needs.

Who we Are.

As an organisation we are a group of digital educators, technologists, prophets, and futurists. Our team is comprised of many of Australia’s most successful Digital Professionals.