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, and PA CareerLink® Allegheny East.
Google Career Certificate Info Session (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesday, Aug 11
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Monday, Aug 24
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.
Intro to Microsoft Excel (In Person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, 5th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, and 20
1:00 pm - 3:00 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. Additionaly, learners wil have the opportunity to work on skils like storing and organizing files on the computer. Learners wil 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.
Email in the Workplace (In Person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, 5th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Tuesdays, Aug. 4, 11, and 18
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Practice writing common workplace emails. Instruction includes a review of email basics, email etiquette, and multiple opportunities to draft practice messages for common workplace scenarios
including requesting time off, meeting folow-up, and thank you messages. This is a 3-session class, with some work expected outside of class time. Participants are expected to attend every
session and upon successful completion wil earn a Google Applied Digital Skils Certificate.
Intro to Windows (In Person)
PA CareerLink®Allegheny East 300 Penn Center Boulevard, Building3, Floor#8, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Mondays and Wednesdays, Aug. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, and 19
10:00 am - 12:00 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 the opportunity to earn a certificate. This is a 6-session class. Participants are expected to attend every session.
Job Search with Indeed (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesday, Aug. 4
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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. Additionaly, receive guidance to create and upload your resume.
Intro to Zoom (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Thursday, Aug. 27
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.
Intro to Microsoft Excel (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, and 20
1:00 pm - 3:00 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. Additionaly, learners wil have the opportunity to work on skils like storing and organizing files on the computer. Learners wil 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.
Intro to Google Sheets (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Mondays and Wednesdays, Aug. 3, 5, 10, 12, and 17
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Learn the basics of Google Sheets, a spreadsheet program. Skils covered include entering data, basic formatting, sorting, and simple functions and formulas. This is a 5-session class. Participants are expected to attend every session.
Intro to Gmail (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Thursday, Aug. 27
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Get an overview of Gmail and create a Gmail account. Learn how to check your email, se nd 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.
Intermediate Microsoft Excel (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, and 20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This 6-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, and use cell references. Participants are expected to attend every session.
Digital Skills Orientation (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Thursday, Aug. 20
4:00 pm - 6:00 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. This is a single-session workshop.
Intermediate Microsoft Word (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 4, 6, 11, 13, 20, and 25
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
*No class on Aug. 18
Job seekers will gain confidence in filling out online job forms. Learn how to attach your resume and cover letter in various formats as well as learn about required fields.
LinkedIn® Profile & Network (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Thursday, Aug. 6
1:00 pm - 3:00 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 wil learn best practices, tools, and strategies for using LinkedIn to build their professional brand.
Excel Charts (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Wednesday, Aug. 12
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.
Preparing for a Virtual Job Interview (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesday, Aug. 25
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.
Avoiding Fraud and Scams (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Thursday, Aug. 13
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
This interactive workshop teaches you to spot th e psychological tricks scammers use, like urgency, fake authority, and secrecy, and recognize common scams involving texts, cals, email, romance, jobs, and prizes. You'l learn methods for protecting yourself. The workshop wil also cover practical steps to take if you've already falen for a scam. Leave with confidence, real-world tips, and a handout of resources to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Computer Basics (In Person)
PA CareerLink® Pittsburgh, 914 Penn Avenue, 6th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Mondays and Wednesdays, Aug. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, and 26
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Total beginners wil gain confidence in using a computer for everyday tasks. This class focuses on basic mouse and typing skils, identifying places to store and save files, and trouble shooting 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.
Completing Online Job Applications (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesday, Aug. 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Job seekers wil gain confidence in filing out online job forms. Learn how to attach your resume and cover letter in various formats as wel as learn about required fields.
Intro to Microsoft Power Point (In Person)
PA CareerLink®Allegheny East 300 Penn Center Boulevard, Building3, Floor#8, Pittsburgh, PA 15235
Mondays and Wednesdays, Aug. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, and 19
1:00 pm - 3:00 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.
Intro to Microsoft Word (Virtual)
Online via Zoom
Tuesdays and Thursdays, Aug. 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, and 20
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 bulets and numbers to documents, and other
common formatting tasks. Learners wil 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.
Computer Lab (In-person)
Literacy Pittsburgh, 411 Seventh Avenue, 5th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Mondays, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesdays, 12:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thursdays, 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
PA CareerLink® Pittsburgh, 914 Penn Avenue, 6th Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Mondays, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Wednesday, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Employment Advancement and Retention Network (EARN) 2 Duquesne Plaza, 99 Duquesne Boulevard, Duquesne, PA 15110
Wednesday, Aug. 26
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!
