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Computer Tutorials and Job Skills

Here you will find both online tutorials and walk-in computer labs and classes.  Please scroll down to see them all.

Online Tutorials - (library card and pin required for Ed2go)

Free Walk-in Computer Labs - Registration may be required

  • Job Seekers Computer Lab @ SFPL Job Seekers Computer Lab @ SFPL
    The Main Library Fifth Floor Computer Training Room is open on a drop in basis for job seekers. Computers with Internet connection are available for independent work creating or updating your resume, preparing job applications and/or searching online for jobs. Mondays 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Tuesdays 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
  • Tenderloin Technology Lab Tenderloin Technology Lab
    TTC 's mission is to provide residents of the Tenderloin and other nonprofits with important technology and vocational skills that increase opportunities for employment, access to essential community resources, and connections with family and friends.
  • Technology Access Center - Jewish Vocational Services Technology Access Center - Jewish Vocational Services
    How to get started: To enroll, simply attend one of our TAC Enrollment sessions. No registration is required. Please arrive promptly, as we are unable to admit late arrivals. TAC Enrollment times: Mondays, 2:00-3:00pm Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30pm Fridays, 10:30-11:30am (If you can’t make one of these times, let us know, and we’ll set up an individual session.) TAC hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
  • One Stop Career Link Centers One Stop Career Link Centers
    The One Stop Career Link Centers are designed to provide a comprehensive approach to career planning and job search services in order to better assist you with finding employment as quickly as possible. One Stop Career Link Centers provide the following services: -Job Search Assistance -Career Planning and Exploration -Job Preparation Workshops -Training Opportunities -Access to Resource Room with Computers, Fax and Copy machines -Unemployment Information (link to EDD) -Availability of Supportive Services (including childcare and transportation)
  • Western Addition Community Technology Center Western Addition Community Technology Center
    The Western Addition Community Technology Center provides free unlimited Internet access, plus we provide classroom instruction for computer basics to fit your needs, as well as instruction in Microsoft Windows 7, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Office and SKYPE(video conferencing) as well.
  • Experience Unlimited - EDD Experience Unlimited - EDD
    Provided at no fee, the program provides a place where job seekers can meet regularly with other career professionals to share job leads, provide support, and update their job search skills. Resources include: •Workshops on job search strategies, résumés, interview techniques, and networking •Résumé evaluations and mock interviews •Networking opportunities •Access to on-line job listings •On-line résumé postings through CalJOBSSM •Special events and guest speakers •Use of computers, printers, copiers, telephone, fax, and Internet
  • SF State University SF State University
    Patrons who need more computer time can get it at the SF State Library. It is "open 24 hours when classes are in session." Call to make sure it is open. 415-338-1854. Guest passes are given to those with CA ID for up to 2 hours on the 6 computers reserved for non-SF State guests. Present your CA ID at the circulation desk to get a guest account.

Free or low cost walk-in computer classes

  • SFPL Computer Classes SFPL Computer Classes
    San Francisco Public Library computer classes at the Main Library and the Branches. Free and open to all.
  • Sf Connected Sf Connected
    SF Connected is a service sponsored by the San Francisco Department of Aging and Adult Services Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP). The program focuses on the City's seniors and adults with disabilities because they can most benefit from expanded access.
  • San Francisco Community Colleges San Francisco Community Colleges
    Free, non-credit classes are available for beginners at the nine Community College Centers of San Francisco’s City College. These classes offer basic introductions to Computers, Typing, and the Internet. For more information, call City College at: 415-239-3000
  • Tenderloin Technology Lab Tenderloin Technology Lab
    TTC 's mission is to provide residents of the Tenderloin and other nonprofits with important technology and vocational skills that increase opportunities for employment, access to essential community resources, and connections with family and friends.
  • University of the Commons University of the Commons
    The University of the Commons creates opportunities for learning, camaraderie, and critical thinking by and for the diverse San Francisco Bay Area community. Activities include classes, lectures, workshops, seminars, exhibitions, teach-ins, and art and activist interventions. The University of the Commons aims to inspire participants to evolve more equitable and just societies and live more empowered and fulfilling lives. All activities are free of charge.

Online Tutorials for Beginners and Intermediate Users

Mousing Skills - Online Tutorials for Beginners

  • Jig Zone Jig Zone
    Practice "mousing" with these nifty online jigsaw puzzles. JigZone is an online Jigsaw Puzzle where you choose the level of difficulty from a simple 6 piece cut to a challenging 247 piece cut.
  • Mousing Around Mousing Around
    Basic mousing skill building.
  • Mouserobics Mouserobics
    Learn to use the mouse with this basic tutorial. Online exercizes teach how to move and click a computer mouse, click buttons, use drop-down and scroll-bar menus, and fill-out forms. Watch out! The numbers get smaller and are set all over the computer screen. Be sure to take a good look around. :)