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Additional training

Digital Skills Program | Goodwill
Goodwill offers basic skills sessions from learning to navigate the internet to high-level programing courses. Classes may be in-person or online.
Technology Literacy (ABE 82)
Clover Park Technical College's Transitional Studies department offers a weekly in-person class dedicated to technology literacy. Please call 253-589-5702 or email TransitionalStudies@cptc.edu to get started.

Getting Started on a Computer | Digital Learn
Learn about what a computer is and how to use a mouse and keyboard. (21 minutes)
Computer Basics | GCF Global
Video and picture-based tutorials that take you through every element of computer basics, from identifying the different parts of a computer, the differences between hardware and software, setting up your first computer, and using the Internet.
MacOS Basics | GCF Global
Learn how to use a MacOS computer (also known as an Apple computer).
Mouse Tutorial | GCF Global
This interactive tutorial teaches you to use a computer mouse through a series of mini-games.
Typing | GCF Global
This free interactive tutorial offers practice in touch-typing.
Tech Savvy Tips and Tricks | GCF Global
Learn some useful tricks like taking a screenshot, backing up your files, and using keyboard shortcuts.
Working with Computers and Devices | LinkedIn Learning
Video tutorials that explain the different hardware parts that make up a computer, the fundamentals of working with operating systems and applications, and how to keep your computer secure. (1 hour 43 minutes)

Internet | GCF Global
Become Internet savvy with these tutorials on how to browse safely, maintain your online safety, and network socially. Includes Internet Basics, Chrome, Edge, and Firefox tutorials.
Navigating a Website | Digital Learn
Self-paced modules that will teach you how to find your way around websites. (6 minutes)
Spot the Troll
An online quiz that helps you learn how to identify fake social media accounts.
Deceptive Patterns
Deceptive patterns (also known as "dark patterns") are tricks used in websites and apps that make you do things that you didn't mean to, like buying or signing up for something. The purpose of this site is to spread awareness and to shame companies that use them.

Intro to Email | Digital Learn
New to email? This is the perfect class to get you started using email. Learn what email is, how to set up an account, how to reply to and send emails, and more. (15 minutes)
Intro to Email, part 2: Beyond the Basics | Digital Learn
After you have mastered the basics, learn how to do more with your email account. (28 minutes)
Basics of Videoconferencing | Digital Learn
Learn how to use video conferencing tools to attend and host online meetings. (21 minutes)
Working and Collaborating Online | LinkedIn Learning
Video-based tutorial that demonstrates how to access information online, communicate responsibly, and collaborate with Microsoft tools. Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes

Office | GCF Global
Gain essential skills in Office 2019 and 365, including Microsoft Access, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Individual self-paced tutorials are available for each application.
Word | Digital Learn
Learn how to create, format, and save a document in Microsoft Word. (17 minutes)
Creating a Basic Budget with Excel | Digital Learn
Learn basic computer skills needed to create a basic household budget using spreadsheet programs like Microsoft Excel. Skills include creating a spreadsheet, entering data, writing formulas, applying formatting, inserting rows, and copying data to paste into a new sheet. (18 minutes)