To sign up for a computer class, click the sign-up button below the class listing, call or text 412-983-2595, or email DigitalPGH@literacypittsburgh.org.
In-Person and Virtual options are available. In-person locations include Literacy Pittsburgh downtown, PA CareerLink® downtown, CCAC Homewood-Brushton, Wilkinsburg EARN, and Human Services Center Mon Valley.
Intermediate Excel (In Person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, 5th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Tuesdays and Thursdays
July 17, 22, 24, 29 and 31
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This 5-session class is perfect for those who have completed Introduction to Excel. Participants will learn and practice using fundamental Excel features to create and modify a worksheet, calculate using formulas and functions, use cell references, and sort and filter data. Participants are expected to attend every session.
Preparing for a Virtual Doctor's Visit (In person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, 5th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Mondays and Wednesdays, July 7, 9, 14, 16. 21 and 23
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Practice connecting to a virtual appointment, identify the features of Zoom like mute/unmute, camera settings, video backgrounds and troubleshooting. Learners can take a Northstar assessment and have the opportunity to earn a certificate. Participants are expected to attend all 6 sessions.
Google Career Certificate Info Session (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesday, July 8
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Monday, July 28
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Google Career Certificates are online, self-paced certification programs that help you gain the skills needed for in-demand industries like IT, data analytics, project management, UX design, and more. Courses are beginner-friendly, do not require prior experience, and typically take 3 to 6 months to complete. Attend this information session to learn more about the program and how Literacy Pittsburgh can provide you with a free license to participate.
Google Docs (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesdays and Thursdays
July 7, 9, 14, 16, 21 and 23
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Explore Google Docs, a free online word processing program. Learn to use Google docs in a business or school setting. Participants will gain a solid foundation in how to format text, share and collaborate, create lists, insert tables and images, and download files as PDF’s. Learners may take a Northstar digital literacy assessment and have an opportunity to earn a certificate. Participants are expected to attend all 6 sessions.
Intro to Excel (Virtual)
Online Via Zoom
Tuesdays and Thursdays
July 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 and 31
9:00 am - 11:00 am
Excel is Microsoft’s spreadsheet software. Gain an overview of the program and learn to use many features of the software to create budgets and other spreadsheets. This is a 6-session class. Participants are expected to attend every session.
Typing 101 (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Monday, July 7
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Get started with touch typing in this workshop. Practice using the “Home
Row” to increase your speed and improve accuracy. Use two typing
platforms and see what your average Words Per Minute are. Practice
includes instant feedback and games for a fun and rewarding experience.
Using Email (Virtual)
Online Via Zoom
Tuesdays and Thursdays
July 15, 17, 22, 24, 29 and 31
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Learn how to use email including creating an e-mail account, identifying spam, keeping yourself safe online, and e-mail etiquette especially for the job market. Identify appropriate e-mail tools and write e-mails to potential employers. Learners can take a Northstar assessment and can earn a certificate. This is a 6- session class. Participants are expected to attend every session.
Intro to Zoom (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Wednesdays, July 16 and 30
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Understand the basics of the video meeting program Zoom. Learn how to connect and have a meeting through the virtual video conferencing service.
Digital Skills Orientation (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Wednesdays, July 9 and 23
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Get started with your digital learning journey! In this workshop, you will learn about the different computer classes and services we offer. An instructor will guide you through the process of signing up for classes and give you one-on-one help signing up and completing paperwork. If you are interested in online classes, we will also show you how to use Zoom and how to navigate the Literacy Pittsburgh student portal.
Using Outlook
Online Via Zoom
Monday, July 14
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This workshop will cover the basics of emailing in Outlook, using
the ribbon, and creating a signature. Plus, scheduling events and
inviting others using the Outlook Calendar.
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Intermediate Microsoft Excel (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 3, 5, 10 and 12
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This 4-session class is perfect for those who have completed Introduction to Excel. Participants will learn and practice using fundamental Excel features to create and modify a worksheet, calculate using formulas and functions, use cell references, and sort and filter data. Participants are expected to attend every session.
Introduction to Microsoft Windows (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Mondays and Wednesdays, June 2, 4, 9, 11, 16 and 18
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Gain an overview of Windows, an operating system used by many companies. Explore settings and navigate Windows to perform essential tasks, like storing files, moving files, and keeping your computer organized. Learners may take a Northstar assessment and have an opportunity to earn a certificate. This is a 6-session class. Participants are expected to attend every session.
Smartphones for Beginners (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Monday, June 23
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Gain an overview of the physical parts of an iPhone and common icons. Practice developmental skills including how to search and install apps, adding and managing contacts, as well as adjusting settings within the iPhone (brightness, volume, font size, etc.).
Excel Charts (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Wednesday, June 25
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Get started with charts to create visually interesting worksheets! Understand basic chart types and what types of data they best represent. Learn to insert charts, use chart tools, and edit chart data.
Computer Lab (In-person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, Suite 525, Pittsburgh, PA
Mondays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesdays, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Thursdays, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Wilkinsburg EARN 221 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Mondays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Human Services Center Mon Valley 519 Penn Avenue, Turtle Creek, PA 15145
Tuesdays, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Drop-in time for individual instruction in a group setting. An instructor will guide you in learning any basic computer skill. Instructors can help you connect to distance learning, Upwardly Global, download apps on your smartphone, learn how to use Zoom or the Literacy Pittsburgh portal. You may use the time to do virtual job-searching, complete assignments for classes, work on Google Career Certificates and much more!
