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Digital Literacy

Skills Development

Get Plugged in to the Digital World 

South Piedmont’s free digital literacy courses are designed to give you the foundational skills you need to confidently use a computer. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to brush up on your tech skills, these courses break down the basics of navigating a computer. With hands-on training, you’ll feel more comfortable and capable in today’s digital world. 

These courses also cover essential computer programs that are used in everyday work and personal tasks. You’ll learn how to use popular software like Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as email and internet browsing. By the end of the course, you’ll have the knowledge to create documents, manage spreadsheets, and communicate effectively online. 

Best of all, South Piedmont offers these courses for free, making digital literacy accessible to everyone. Whether you’re looking to improve your job prospects, support your education, or simply become more tech-savvy, these courses are a valuable resource for people of all backgrounds. Get started today and unlock your potential! 

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The Program Options

16 Weeks
Our free Digital Literacy classes will teach you basic computer skills and to use common computer applications, such as Microsoft Word and Excel. You’ll finish the program better prepared to navigate the workforce and daily life. 

Mode

In-person

Prerequisites

None

16


Weeks; duration of South Piedmont’s Digital Literacy classes  

Free


All Digital Literacy classes are free  

4


Computer applications taught in Digital Literacy classes 

Putting the Digital World Within Reach

When students study in South Piedmont’s Digital Literacy classes, they learn more than how to operate a computer and navigate commonly used computer applications.

They learn about professional opportunities and their own potential. The result? Our digital literacy students have both the knowledge and the confidence to do things they never thought possible.

Our alumni are taking their digital skills into the world, achieving professional goals they once thought were out of reach — and redefining what is possible for their lives.

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From Digital Literacy Student to Instructor

I enrolled in the free Digital Literacy class to improve my skills in creating basic PowerPoint presentations and using Excel in my daily life. I now teach the Digital Literacy class, and I absolutely love it! My goal is to make a meaningful impact on my students’ lives and help them achieve their personal and professional goals.

Wukari Hathaway, Instructor at South Piedmont

Digital Literacy FAQ

Anyone who needs to build foundational skills in commonly used computer programs including Excel, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint. These classes are also great for anyone who is curious about computers in general and wants to learn more about how to use them in their everyday lives. 

By the end of the class, you’ll be able to use Excel, Google Docs, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint both on the job and in your personal life. 

No! We will provide computers to you to use during the class. If you have your own computer, you are welcome to bring it. 

They are free. If you successfully complete the class, you will receive a $250 voucher that you can use to continue your education at South Piedmont.

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We’re excited to talk to you about your future and how we can help you reach your goals. Reach out today!