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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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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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 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
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
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
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
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Computer Instructional Resources - Project Read - SFPL
Computer/Technology resources, including Facebook, Google, Ed2go, EDD One Stop Career Centers and other resources for adult literacy and more... -
LearntheNet.com
Learn the basics about computers and the Internet, email, social media, surfing the web, and much more. -
Living Internet
A very basic but comprehensive site about all aspects of the Internet. -
UC Berkeley - Teaching Library Internet Workshops
Search engines, Subject directories, the invisible web, meta search engines, evaluating websites, a glossary and more. -
Internet 101
Learn basic computer skills online for free. -
Basic Computer Skills Curriculum
Saint Paul Community Literacy Consortium: Learn basic computer skills, vocabulary, opening and saving files, word processing and excel spreadsheet exercises and more. Many of the files are PDFs unless otherwise noted.
Mousing Skills - Online Tutorials for Beginners
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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
Basic mousing skill building. -
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. :)
Featured Events @the Library!
Job Searching w/Social Media Thursday May 23rd, 6-7:30PM Successful Interviewing Saturday May 25th, 10-12PMMore SFPL Jobs Classes & Events
May 22, 2013, 10:30 AM - Sunset - Jobs and Careers Workshop Series
May 23, 2013, 6:00 PM - Main Library - Job Searching with Social Media
May 25, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Successful Interviewing
May 28, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
May 28, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Resume Workshop
June 03, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
June 04, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
June 10, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
June 11, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
June 12, 2013, 2:00 PM - Main Library - Resources for Jobs and Careers
June 17, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
June 18, 2013, 4:45 PM - Anza - Getting a Multiple Subject Teaching Credential Online
June 18, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
June 24, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
June 25, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
June 25, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Resume Workshop
June 25, 2013, 6:00 PM - Main Library - How to Use LinkedIn
June 27, 2013, 6:00 PM - Main Library - Job Searching with Social Media
July 01, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
July 02, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
July 08, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
July 09, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
July 10, 2013, 2:00 PM - Main Library - Resources for Jobs and Careers
July 15, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
July 16, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
July 22, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
July 23, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
July 29, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
July 30, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
August 05, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
August 06, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
August 12, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
August 13, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
August 14, 2013, 2:00 PM - Main Library - Resources for Jobs and Careers
August 19, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
August 20, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
August 26, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
August 27, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
September 03, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
September 09, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
September 10, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
September 11, 2013, 2:00 PM - Main Library - Resources for Jobs and Careers
September 16, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
September 17, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
September 23, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
September 24, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
September 30, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
October 01, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
October 07, 2013, 11:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
October 08, 2013, 10:00 AM - Main Library - Job Seekers' Lab
SFPL Created Guides
Build a Resume using Career Transitions Database Where to Find Jobs How to Post a Resume to a Job Search site How to Email your Resume Quick guide to using SFPL’s business databases Using Reference USA in your Job Search Ed2go Guide Print from AnywhereShort Term Jobs
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