Blueprint Basic Digital Literacy Certificate
Ready to get started with a tech career? In our Blueprint Basic Digital Literacy Certificate you can learn foundational digital skills to get started on a new career path.
Length & Frequency
4 Months (approx) | 2 sessions per week
Delivery
Online with 100% live instruction
Tuition
$4,495
Training Style
One-on-One
Why Digital Workshop Center?
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Scheduling
All scheduling for the Blueprint Basic Digital Literacy Certificate program is coordinated privately.
DWC Admissions team will reach out with you to coordinate schedules after enrollment has been verified and approved.
Yes you can.
Complete a Digital Literacy Certificate Today.
No matter what skill level you are at, our Blueprint Program focuses on teaching you essential digital literacy skills in a one-on-one class setting. We will help you overcome your fears and challenges of technology to be able to perform basic tasks.
In addition, our Blueprint Basic Digital Literacy Certificate will teach you the importance of technology within your professional life. We help each student feel more connected and empowered by teaching essential technology tools in a low stress class environment.
Is this the right program for me?
If you are struggling to learn the basics of using your computer or you feel you don’t have the confidence working with technology to find the next step in your career, then the Blueprint program is the best place to start.
Students can attend from anywhere. Flexible, private scheduling available.
100% live & online. Always with a live instructor.
Our Admissions Team will pair you with an instructor. Meeting virtually through Zoom, you will work one-on-one to overcome your technology challenges in a custom, private format.
One-on-one classes. Individual mentors.
Our support staff will guide you every step of the way from enrollment to graduation. You will work with your expert instructor as your mentor will help you build confidence with digital literacy basics so you have a baseline of skills to build upon.
Preparing you for what's next.
The Blueprint program will teach you basic digital literacy including organizing your computer and essential skills like Microsoft Office basics that you absolutely need to know for today’s business envrionment. Every session will help you work towards a goal of what is next for your career.
Over $750k Awarded in Scholarship Funds
Average award of DWC scholarships is $2,000 for those who qualify. Apply today for tuition assistance.
Tech Skills Scholarship
For those who are unemployed and looking to get into a career in tech
Women & Tech Scholarship
For women looking to
enter or advance in a technology career
Veterans Skills Scholarship
For active or retired military service members seeking a tech career
Student Success Stories
Support every step of the way
Guidance from pre-enrollment to graduation
Admissions Advisors
From pre-enrollment through your first day, talk to our advisors to learn all the important details about your program
Mentoring
Instructors are here to be your mentor before, during & after class. Working with an expert as a mentor will help you become industry-ready.
Student Support
Our dedicated student affairs manager will be there to help you get your accounts setup, assess your technology, download the proper files and more.
Career Coaching
Meet with a career coach to review your updated resume, portfolio & LinkedIn profile, as well as job search and interview techniques.
Tech Support
While in your program, if you are stuck and need help you can reach out to our tech support for guidance. Whether through Slack, email or phone.
Internships & Alumni
Sign up for our micro-internship network and explore new opportunities. Our alumni network is also available to all students.
Blueprint Basic Digital Literacy Certificate Curriculum
- Understand basic technology vocabulary and concepts
- Learn features of video conferencing (i.e. Zoom)
- Work with files and folders to organize documents
- Change settings and personalize the computer
- Learn best practices of working with common technology including browsers, search, email & more
- Understand common commands such as Save vs Save As, Print, Open, Rename & Delete
- Write professional documents and implement time-saving features in Microsoft Word
- Communicate effectively on a team using Outlook with features such as email, calendar, tasks and contacts
- Design a professional presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint
- Create and edit spreadsheets using Excel
- Understand the benefits of Google Apps and how they are utilized in business today
Plus:
- Finish a real-world administrative project with one-on-one help from your mentor
- One-on-one job search and resume writing assistance with a career coach
Have questions?
Tuition
We want you to focus on your education and career path. We offer several options help ease the burden of your tuition costs. Additional scholarships may be available for those who qualify.
Tuition Net Cost Example
Program Tuition¹: $4,495
3 Easy Ways To Pay
- Pay up front & in full
- Pay with a traditional loanˆ
- Pay with a payment planˆˆ
¹Actual price of program varies. ²Average award shown as an example only. Scholarships are reviewed and awarded individually. Scholarship award amount may vary. No amount of scholarship funding is guaranteed. ³Subject to lender terms and loan approval. This is not an offer for a loan. These loans are not offered or made by Digital Workshop Center but are made by the loan provider. These terms are representative and may not be the exact terms of your loan. ˆAvailable to those who qualify and subject to lender terms and loan approval. ˆˆPayment Plans available to those who qualify and subject to lender terms and payment plan approval.
Over $750k Awarded in Scholarship Funds
At Digital Workshop Center, we offer three accessible scholarships to help you take the next step of your career.
Frequently Asked Questions
When can I start?
You can begin your Blueprint Basic Digital Literacy program at anytime of year. Our staff will assign you an Instructor based around your schedule availability.
Pre-requisites
No prior skills necessary to enroll.
It is required that you complete a Basic Digital Literacy Assessment before enrollment.
You must meet with a student advisor or have a Situational Assessment arranged before enrollment.
It is required that you have purchased and installed the Microsoft Office Suite before enrollment.
How long is this program?
The average length to complete the Blueprint Program program is 3-4 months. Total length may vary based on the pace in which you schedule your classes with your Instructor.
What's included?
Each Certificate Program is comprised of course work and a comprehensive Capstone Project.
Support and mentoring a huge part of all of our full length programs. Your instructor will be there as your mentor every step of the way through the program.
All materials including textbooks are included in your tuition cost.
All data files will be provided as needed.
Enrollment includes access to tech support via Slack, phone or email. Additionally, each student has access to career coaching and more.
Attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more details of this program.
Payment & financial aid options
DWC offers several flexible financial aid options including payment plans and traditional loans to help you finance your education.
We partner with Climb Credit to offer several flexible payment plan options that fit your monthly budget.
If you are interested in scholarship or financial aid opportunities, attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more.
Homework expectations
Homework varies from class to class, instructor to instructor. It is recommended that you set aside 1-2x the class duration for homework/assignments (e.g. if in class 7 hours per week, expect 7-14 hours needed to complete homework/assignments).
What career services or internships do you offer?
For full length programs, support and mentoring is included and you will be eligible to work one-on-one with a career coach.
Workshops for job search and resume writing are included in the cost of your program. Our expert career coaches will help you prepare for the next steps of your career path. Your success is our success.
Click here to learn more about career coaching
DWC also partners with Parker-Dewey to offer micro-internships to our students. These project-based internships are a great way for students to build real-world experience. Learn more
Attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and discuss career coaching & internship options today.
Terms & conditions
Enrollment in all programs requires each student to read and agree to our Terms and Conditions before you register.
Still curious?
If you have more questions, view the full FAQ page or contact us today.
For Counselors: How do I refer a client to the Blueprint Program?
Counselors may fill out a Client Referral Form including pertinent information on the student. DWC will contact the student directly to conduct a Situational Assessment over the phone or video call.
Counselors may complete the Client Referral Form here.