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.
Fall 2025 Schedule at a Glance
Registration for WINTER 2025 computer classes will start at 6 pm on January 6.Class details will be updated soon.
Class Start Date: January 26, 2026
| Class Name | Class Date and time | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Microsoft Word and Internet File management and beginner functions in Microsoft Word. Learn how to work with documents, internet searches, and email. |
Wed. 5:30pm-7:30pm Jan.28 to Mar. 25 |
East County |
| Intoduction to Microsoft Excel Learn the fundamentals of Excel (worksheets, data entry, keyboard navigation, and more) |
Tues. 6:00 pm-8:00pm Jan. 27. to Mar. 10 |
|
| Gaithersburg | ||
| Introducción a Microsoft Excel Aprenda los fundamentalos de Excel (hojas de cálculo, captura de datos, navegar el teclado y más) |
Jueves. 6:15pm-8:00pm |
Gaithersburg |
| Introduction to Microsoft Excel Learn the fundamentals of Excel (worksheets, data entry, keyboard navigation, and more) |
Tue. 6-8pm Jan. 27. to Mar. 10 |
Wheaton |
| Introducción a Microsoft Excel Aprenda los fundamentalos de Excel (hojas de cálculo, captura de datos, navegar el teclado y más) |
Miércoles, 6pm-8pm 27 de enero al 25 de marzo |
Online |
| Introduction to Google Docs and Internet Learn how to use Google Docs, Sheets, & Drive. Create, edit, and share documents and spreadsheets. |
Wed., 6pm-8pm Jan.28 to Mar. 25 |
Online |
| Introduction to Microsoft Excel Learn the fundamentals of Excel (worksheets, data entry, keyboard navigation, and more) |
Tue. 6-8pm Jan. 27. to Mar. 10 |
Online |
Register for a class / Inscríbase para la clase
How to use Zoom
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