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.
Using Google Maps (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesday, September 3
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Learn the basics of using Google Maps for directions, researching restaurants/locations, planning public transportation, and more.
Typing Club/Open Lab (In-person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, Suite 525, Pittsburgh, PA
Tuesdays, September 3, 10, 17, and 24
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Learn how to type or improve your typing skills at your own pace. 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
Job-Seeking Workshop Series (In-Person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, Suite 525, Pittsburgh, PA
September 3, 4 and 5
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
This series of three workshops may be taken individually or as a group. Participants that complete all three may earn a Certificate of Completion.
Tuesday, September 3
Resume Revamp: This workshop reviews basic formatting for resumes and various resume types. Learn how to use strong action words and keywords that will be suitable for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
Wednesday, September 4
Cover Letter Writing Workshop: This workshop reviews basic formatting and wording for cover letters using a template. Learn how to draft a basic cover letter and make edits to existing files to improve your job application efficiency.
Thursday, September 5
Job Search with Indeed: Learn how to create an Indeed account and navigate the website to search and apply for jobs. Learn how to filter job searches to find a job that suits you. Additionally, receive guidance to create and upload your resume.
Computer Basics (In-person) 8 sessions
PA CareerLink®, 914 Penn Avenue, Sixth Floor, Pittsburgh, PA
Tuesdays and Thursdays, September 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24 and 26
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, and troubleshooting basic computer issues. Learners may take a NorthStar digital literacy assessment and have an opportunity to earn a certificate. This is an 8-session class. Participants are expected to attend every session.
Online Safety Workshop Series (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Wednesdays, September 4, 18 and 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This series of three workshops may be taken individually or as a group. Participants that complete all three may earn a Certificate of Completion.
September 4
Online Safety: Understand how your online activities can be tracked and explore your digital footprint. Learn about cookies and preferences and how they impact targeted advertising, how to use browser tools to protect privacy, and how to identify and avoid ads in Google searches.
September 18
Avoiding Email Scams: Understand how to recognize scams within your email, so you can keep your information private and safe. Distinguish between spam and phishing tactics while utilizing basic internet skills. By the end of the workshop, you will be able to identify online security threats and know how to avoid viruses.
September 25
Avoiding Job Scams: Identify and protect yourself from several types of online job scams and establish what to do and where to go if caught in a job scam.
Gmail (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Thursday, September 5
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
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.
Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint (In-person) 6 sessions
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, Suite 525, Pittsburgh, PA
Mondays and Wednesdays, September 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 and 25
2:00 pm - 4:00 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.
Introduction to Microsoft Excel (Virtual) 6 sessions
Online via Zoom
Mondays and Wednesdays, September 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 and 25
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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. Additionally, learners will have the opportunity to work on skills like storing and organizing files on the computer. Learners will take a NorthStar assessment and can earn a certificate showing employers they understand the basics of using Excel. This is a 6-session class. Participants are expected to attend every session.
LinkedIn for Job Search
Human Services Center Mon Valley (HSCMV), 519 Penn Avenue, Turtle Creek, PA 15145
Thursday, September 12
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Explore job search features on LinkedIn including how to search, save searches and apply for positions. It is recommended that participants already have a LinkedIn profile, although not required.
Zoom for Beginners (In-person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, Suite 525, Pittsburgh, PA
Thursday, September 19
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Understand the basics of the video meeting program Zoom. Learn how to connect and have a meeting through the virtual video conferencing service.
Computer Lab (In-person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, Suite 525, Pittsburgh, PA
Mondays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm *No Open Lab on Monday, September 2 or Monday, September 30*
Tuesdays, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Thursdays, 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
PA CareerLink®, 914 Penn Avenue, Sixth Floor
Wednesdays, 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Wilkinsburg EARN 221 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15221
Mondays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm *No Earn Open Lab Monday, September 9th or September 30*
Drop-in time for individual instruction in a group setting. An instructor will guide you in learning any basic computer skill.
This program is part of Literacy Pittsburgh's Ready & Relevant initiative, which is made possible through community project funding from the FY22 federal spending bill. The total cost of the Ready & Relevant program is $1,790,803. $675,000 (38%) is funded through a Federal Community Project grant. The other $1,115,883 (62%) is funded through other public contracts and private donations.
