Blueprint Basic Digital Literacy
Our innovative program helping people learn basic technology skills
The Blueprint Program focuses on teaching you essential digital literacy skills in a one-on-one class setting.
We strive to help students understand the importance of technology within their professional life, while recognizing the challenges of working with a disability. We help each student feel more connected and empowered by teaching some of the most popular technology tools in a low stress class environment.
Length & Frequency
4 Months (approx) | 2 sessions per week
Delivery
Online with 100% live, private instruction
Start Dates
Rolling enrollment
Cost
$4495
Why Digital Workshop Center?
average increase in salary of
certificate program students *
employment after graduation ^
career coaching and mentoring included
Always Live & Online | Hands-On | Affordable | Small Class Sizes | Expert Instructors
*Profile report data based on 2020-2023 Employment and Wage survey submissions
^Based on 2021-2023 data only | *Based on 2021-2023 data & does not include Blueprint, WP/PS/ILL/ID/ bootcamps or B.Admin data
Alumni Spotlight
How does it work?
To complete the Blueprint Program, you must complete all of the classes below.
Your classes follow a specific order for you to earn enough credit towards certification.
Schedule
Total Class Hours
48 hours*
(*Additional hours outside of class will also be assigned. Schedules may vary. Consult with DWC staff for more information)
All scheduling for the Blueprint program is coordinated privately. DWC Admissions team will reach out with you to coordinate schedules after enrollment has been verified and approved.
Essential Tech Skills in a One-on-One Setting
One-on-one mentoring
Every Blueprint Program is 100% one-on-one. You work through the class lessons at your own pace and your instructor is there to help you every step of the way.
Acting as your mentor through the program, your instructor will teach you the best practices of working with technology and popular software.
Our program also includes one month of mentoring support after the end of each class and a final Capstone project to allow you to demonstrate all that you have learned to others.
Career Coaching & Internships
As you approach graduation, you will work closely with our expert career coaches to refine your next steps towards a new job. Career services provided include one-on-one resume writing, job search, and mock interview workshops. Learn more
DWC 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
Working with Vocational Rehabilitation
DWC works closely with Vocational Rehabilitation and Workforce Center offices across the U.S. to customize the Blueprint Program for each individual client as needed.
Our instructors have worked with students suffering various mental and physical disabilities including depression, anxiety, autism, TBI, hearing loss and visual impairment among others. We show every student the compassion and attention they need in order to build their confidence using technology.
Situational or entrepreneurial assessments available on request.
Download Program Guide
For an overview of each certificate program, visit our certificate program guide page to download a useful PDF of this program’s details.
Inside Our Curriculum
Blueprint Program - Essential Career Skills
The core goal of this program is for each student to learn technology skills at their own pace. Our experience working with students with limited technology skills or disabilities allows our instructors to control the pace of the program based on each individual.
Skills learned in this program include introductory computer skills, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Word and Google Workspace.
You schedule your class sessions around your availability and commitments. Because every program is private, there is also no need to worry about social anxiety of attending class in a group setting.
Program Overview
Upon successful completion of the Blueprint Program, students will:
- 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
Payment Options
Scholarships
Scholarships for students needing economic support
Is this the right program for me?
Students can attend from anywhere. Flexible , private scheduling available
Live in-person or streaming online.
Always with a live instructor.
How easy is virtual training?
- Open the email
- Click the link
- Call in or use computer audio
- Get started!
One-on-one classes.
Individual mentors.
Supporting our students with disabilities every step of the way
- Individual attention
- Learn from experts
Preparing you for
more opportunities
Helping you to create a path forward with tech skills
- A first step towards technology independence
- Learn to use online meeting and scheduling tools
- Work towards a career certification including the Business Administration Certification
- Improve your life with new opportunities using technology
Frequently Asked Questions
Program Outline
Upon successful completion of the Blueprint Program, students will:
- 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
When can I start?
You can begin your Blueprint Admin program at anytime of year. Our staff will assign you an Instructor based around your schedule availability.
Pre-requisites
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 Admin 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?
Certificate Programs & Bootcamps
Each Certificate Program & Bootcamp is comprised of several stand-alone classes, plus additional classes specific to your career field, portfolio building with a comprehensive Capstone Project, and career coaching workshops.
Support and mentoring a huge part of all of our full length programs.
Attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more details of the programs and get your questions answered.
Stand-Alone Classes
Every stand-alone class at DWC includes support and mentoring throughout.
Stand-alone classes within your program also include:
- Professional Textbook(s) or Reference Packet(s)
- Lesson files
- One year for a free re-take (for attended students of public classes only)
- 30 days of technical support
- Certificate of Completion
If you have questions on stand-alone classes for professional development, contact us or attend an upcoming info session to speak to a student advisor and learn more details of the programs and get your questions answered.
Payment & financial aid options
DWC offers several flexible financial aid options to help you finance your education. None of our financial aid tools will require a federal student loan or add severe interest penalties. We have 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.
Click here to learn more about financial aid options and get started.
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
Please read 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.