YOUR LEARNING, ONE STEP AT A TIME
Welcome to your SECAD Online Learning Guide. Whether you’re signing in for the first time or returning to a course, we’ll help you find your way.
A LITTLE HELP TO GET STARTED
Four helpful videos, practical tips and a friendly team when you need a hand.
Watch. Pause. Try it yourself.
Come back whenever you need us.
LET’S GET YOU STARTED
Follow all four videos, or jump straight to the one you need. Press play when you’re ready.
01 / VIDEO GUIDE
Start here if you’re new. See how to sign in and find your way around your account.
Already registered? Use your existing email and password. If you’ve forgotten your password, follow the reset link on the sign-in screen.
02 / VIDEO GUIDE
Explore the course categories and discover the learning opportunities available to you.
Choose a category to see its courses, then open a course to read more about it.
03 / VIDEO GUIDE
Find out how the SICAP registration process works and when you may need to complete the form.
The platform checks your eligibility during registration. If you meet the criteria, you’ll be asked to complete the SICAP form.
04 / VIDEO GUIDE
Learn how to move through lessons, use course materials and complete your course.
Watch the unit videos in the order shown. You can pause and replay them whenever you need a refresher.
MAKE YOURSELF COMFORTABLE
Your learning hub brings course information, learning materials and links to online workshops together in one place.
Start with the course introduction and learning objectives. They explain the knowledge and skills you’ll build along the way.
Look out for supporting documents to download or print, and links to useful websites. Read any participant guidelines before you begin.
Work through the units in order. Use play and pause to set your pace, and turn on captions with the CC button where available.
Some courses also include mentoring or live webinars. Check your course information to see what’s included.
LEARN TOGETHER
Live workshops are a chance to ask questions, share ideas and learn with others. A little preparation will help you feel ready to join in.
Live training sessions are not recorded. Course materials used in the sessions will be added to the learning hub.
Read the Zoom guide (PDF) ↗01 · Set up your space.
Use a laptop with a reliable internet connection and find a quiet place. A headset with a microphone helps prevent audio feedback.
02 · Give yourself 15 minutes.
Join early to check your sound and connection. Use the session link in your email or learning hub, and add a reminder to your calendar.
03 · Get ready to take part.
Silence your phone, close distracting programmes and practise using Zoom’s raise-hand and chat features.
04 · Have a backup.
Set up Zoom on your phone in advance, so you have another way to join if your laptop has a problem.
If you’re unsure about signing in, finding a course or joining a session, get in touch with the SECAD team.
