Free adult education center (vhs) training course: Introduction to teaching digital skills to senior citizens
Anyone wishing to volunteer in Bremen to teach digital topics to older people can receive free training: On November 14th and 15th, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., the Digital-Fit-60+ network, in cooperation with the Bremen Adult Education Center (vhs Bremen), is offering a training course for (future) volunteer digital guides. The seminar focuses less on technical know-how and more on the respectful and appreciative teaching of digital skills to older adults. Opportunities for volunteering as a digital guide in various Bremen districts will also be presented.
Prerequisites for participation in the seminar, which takes place at the adult education center (vhs) at the main train station, are solid basic knowledge of using digital devices (smartphone, tablet, PC), information services (webshops, information systems, etc.), and communication services (email, messaging services, etc.). Registration for the training course (course number: 262M63-501) is required at the Bremen adult education center (vhs Bremen), telephone +49 421 36112345, website: www.vhs-bremen.de
About the Digital-Fit-60+ network
The Association for Socio-Cultural Work (VskA) – Bremen State Association is the professional association for neighborhood work in Bremen. It is the sponsoring organization of the Digital-Fit-60+ Network Bremen project, which is funded by the Senator for Labor, Social Affairs, Youth and Integration. Bremen already offers numerous digital learning opportunities in various formats, such as courses, consultations, meetups, and outreach support. The different providers have specialized in addressing different needs. The Digital-Fit-60+ Network provides an opportunity to collaboratively develop new approaches to increasing the digital participation of older adults. The services are available on the website: https://vska.de/bremen/projekte/digital-fit/
