Basic Computer Classes and Programs
Save the date! Registration for Winter 2025 computer classes will be available online on January 10 at 1pm.
Our classes are offered in the Winter, Spring and Fall. To receive information about classes for next semester, please sign up to receive information about our next registration session by email or text.
1 - Computer classes offered by the Gilchrist Immigrant Resource Center
Our classes are designed to help you learn practical, basic computer skills, and are taught by caring and dedicated volunteer teachers. These skills will help you perform many online tasks on your own, such as looking for helpful resources, applying for jobs and services, keeping in touch with friends and family, and many other activities that require basic computer literacy skills. To receive information about classes for next semester, please sign up for updates.
2 - Other computer classes available in Montgomery County
- List of other computer classes (PDF) available with our partners and online self-paced classes . Most are free or low-cost.
Sign up to receive updates about our next registration session by email or text
- Montgomery County residents only.
- Must be 18 years old or older.
- Registration is on a First Come, First Served Basis.
- All classes require basic computer knowledge and skills.
- Must have a computer and internet (online classes only).
- Online classes are taught using Zoom platform.
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Winter 2025 Schedule at a Glance
Registration for the Winter 2025 classes starts at 1pm on January 10.
Class Start Date : January 29, 2025
| Class Name | Class Date and time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Basic Microsoft Word and Internet I File management and beginner functions in Microsoft Word. Learn how to work with documents, internet searches, and email. |
Tue. 10am-12pm Feb. 4 to Mar. 25 |
East County |
| Wed. 5:30-7pm Jan. 29 to Mar. 19 |
East County | |
| Intermediate Microsoft Word and Internet II File Management and intermediate functions in Microsoft Word (tables, lists, etc.) to created polished, professional documents. |
Tue. 1-3pm Feb. 4 to Mar. 25 |
East County |
| Intoduction to Basic Microsoft Word and Internet I File management and befinner functions in Microsoft Word. Learn how to work with documents, internet searches, and email. |
Thur. 11am-1pm Jan. 30 to Mar. 20 |
Gaithersburg |
| Fri. 12-2pm Jan. 31 to Mar. 21 |
Gaithersburg | |
| Introducción a Microsoft Excel Básico Aprenda los fundamentalos de Excel (hojas de cálculo, captura de datos, navegar el teclado y más) |
Martes. 6-8pm 4 de Feb.-25 de Mar. |
Gaithersburg |
| Introduction to Basic Microsoft Excel Learn the fundamentals of Excel (worksheets, daa entry, keyboard navigation, and more) |
Tue. 6-8pm Feb. 4 to Mar. 25 |
Wheaton |
| Introduction to Basic Microsoft Word and Internet I File management and befinner functions in Microsoft Word. Learn how to work with documents, internet searches, and email. |
Wed. 10am-12pm Jan. 29 to Mar. 19 |
Wheaton |
| Introduction to Google Docs and Internet Lean how to use Google Docs, Sheets & Drive. Create, edit, format word documents, use Google Drive, share files with others, create shopping lists, income and expense statements using simple formulas. |
Tues. 6-8pm Feb. 4 to Mar. 25 |
Online |
| Introduction to Basic Microsoft Word and Internet I File management and befinner functions in Microsoft Word. Learn how to work with documents, internet searches, and email. |
Thur. 6-8pm Jan. 30 to Mar. 20 |
Online |
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