To sign up for a computer class, click the sign-up button below the class listing, call or text 412-209-8468, or email DigitalPGH@literacypittsburgh.org.
In-Person and Virtual options are available. In-person locations include Literacy Pittsburgh downtown, PA CareerLink® downtown, Clairton Public Library, Wilkinsburg EARN, Duquesne EARN, and Human Services Center Mon Valley.
Internet Basics (In-Person)
Clairton Public Library
Wednesdays, September 27, October 11
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Students will identify specific search terms to produce a successful Internet search, navigate an Internet browser to complete a personal goal such as shopping online or applying for a job, and identify common browser tools and various top-level domains.
Email Etiquette (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Monday, September 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn best practices for emailing based on audience – business, job-seeking, and personal. Write clear and concise professional emails. Create a positive impression and communicate effectively.
Typing 101 (In-Person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, Suite 525, Pittsburgh, PA
Tuesday, September 26
2:00 pm - 3:15 pm
Get started with touch typing in this one-hour and fifteen-minute 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.
Excel Charts (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Wednesday, September 27
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.
Intro to Microsoft Word (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Wednesdays, October 4 - November 8
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Microsoft Word is a word processing program. Gain an overview of Microsoft Word features including how to change font and alignment, adding bullets and numbers to documents, and other common formatting tasks. Learners will take the NorthStar assessment and have an opportunity to earn a certificate they can add to a resume.
This is a 6-session class – participants are expected to attend every session
Google Docs for Beginners (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Monday, October 9
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Topics covered include basic formatting text, sharing and collaborating in a Google Doc, creating lists, inserting images, and downloading files as PDFs. Students will understand how to use Google Docs in a business or school setting.
Computer Basics (In-Person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Ave, 5th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA
Tuesdays, October 10 - November 14
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Total beginners will gain confidence in using a computer for everyday tasks. This class focuses on basic mouse and typing skills, identifying places to store and save files, trouble-shooting basic computer issues, and using Google Drive to save and store files. Learners may take the NorthStar assessment and have an opportunity to earn a certificate.
This is a 6-session class – participants are expected to attend every session.
Google Series (In-Person)
Human Services Center Mon Valley (HSCMV), 519 Penn Avenue, Turtle Creek, PA 15145
Thursdays, October 12, 19, and 26
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
October 12
Gmail: Get an overview of Gmail and create a Gmail account. Learn how to check your email, send an email, reply or forward an email. Understand the folders in Gmail including Inbox, Sent Items, Spam, Trash, etc. Identify the basic parts of an email including To, From, CC, BCC, Subject, and Body.
October 19
Google Calendar: Very beginners will learn how to navigate the Google Calendar. Participants will create a Gmail account (if needed), gain an overview of the calendar viewing options and settings menus, and learn how to create a new meeting, invite people to meetings, and delete a meeting.
October 26
Google Drive: Learn the basics of Google Drive. Identify what items can be included in a Google Drive, create and manage folders in Drive, and collaborate with others by sharing files and folders with others and changing permissions in Drive. Sign up for a Gmail account during this workshop (if needed).
Microsoft PowerPoint (In-Person)
PA CareerLink®, 914 Penn Avenue, Sixth Floor
Mondays, October 16 - November 20
1:30 - 3:30 pm
PowerPoint is Microsoft’s presentation software. Gain an overview of the program features and learn the basics including formatting text, inserting items, using transitions and animations, saving and printing, and PowerPoint etiquette. Take a Northstar assessment to earn a certificate.
This is a 6-session class – participants are expected to attend every session.
LinkedIn 101 (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Wednesday, October 18
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Create and maintain a professional online presence on LinkedIn’s social media platform. Learn how LinkedIn provides a network of professionals to interact with and expand knowledge in their respective professional fields of interest. After creating a LinkedIn profile, students will learn best practices, tools, and strategies for using LinkedIn to build their professional brand.
Preparing for a Virtual Job Interview (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Monday, October 23
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Gain tips for interviewing for a job on Zoom in a variety of aspects including choosing an appropriate, professional background, and lighting. Discuss other aspects to consider well ahead of time such as location, Wi-fi connection, troubleshooting, and more. Additionally, learn about tools you can purchase to make your interview experience the best it can be.
Excel Invoices (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Wednesday, October 25
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Learn how to utilize Microsoft Excel templates to create invoices customized to your small business. Practice basic Excel skills applying formatting tools and knowledge of formulas to create an invoice.
Open Computer Lab (In-person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, Suite 525, Pittsburgh, PA
Thursdays, 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
PA CareerLink®, 914 Penn Avenue, Sixth Floor
Tuesdays, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Wilkinsburg EARN, 221 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Thursdays, August 31, September 14, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Duquesne EARN, 2 Duquesne Plaza, Suite #1, Duquesne, PA 15110
Tuesdays, August 29, September 12 10:00 - 12:00 pm
Drop-in time for individual instruction in a group setting. An instructor will guide you in learning any basic computer skill.
