Digital Steps

We offer a range of free training classes to help New Zealanders use computers and the internet. Each covers a single topic. Digital Step classes are designed for new computer users, take around 2 hours each and are usually delivered in public libraries.

Digital Steps

Word Essentials

Word Essentials

2 hours

Free

An introduction to Microsoft Word. You will learn about basic formatting and how to use Word to create documents.

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Word Editing Tools

Word Editing Tools

2 hours

Free

Learn to use a variety of Microsoft Word tools to edit and format documents.

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Intro to Spreadsheets

Intro to Spreadsheets

2 hours

Free

You will learn how to use Microsoft Excel to create a simple spreadsheet

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Email Setting Up

Email Setting Up

2 hours

Free

You will learn how to set up an Email account. This class is intended for people who don't already have an email account. If you have a cell phone please bring this to the class in order to receive a text verification code to set up your email account

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Create a CV & Cover Letter

Create a CV & Cover Letter

2 hrs

Free

You will learn how to use digital tools to help you prepare for employment.

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Applying for a job online

Applying for a job online

2 hours

Free

You will learn how to search for jobs online

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Google and the Internet

Google and the Internet

2 hours

Free

You will learn how to use Google for finding information on the Internet

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Internet Security and Safety

Internet Security and Safety

2 hours

Free

You will learn how to keep yourself and your family safe on the Internet. An essential class for all Internet users.

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Facebook

Facebook

1.5 hours

Free

You will learn how to create and use a Facebook account.

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Skype

Skype

2 hours

Free

Learn how to use Skype

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YouTube

YouTube

2 hours

Free

You will learn how to use YouTube and access online video content

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Home Finances

Home Finances

2 hours

Free

You will learn about the concepts of banking online and use Microsoft Excel for creating a household budget

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Intro to Slideshows

Intro to Slideshows

2 hours

Free

You will learn how to use PowerPoint to create personalised slideshows.

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Trade Me

Trade Me

2 hrs

Free

Trade Me is New Zealand's largest online auction and classifieds website. Create an account and learn to navigate the platform to buy and sell items.

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Intro to Publisher

Intro to Publisher

2 hours

Free

This course provides an introduction to digital design using Microsoft Publisher

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Digital Photos

Digital Photos

2 hours

Free

This course will help you manage and share your photos from your camera and/or Smartphone

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Intro to Tablets

Intro to Tablets

1.5 hours

Free

This course provides an introduction to Tablets

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Intro to Chromebooks

Intro to Chromebooks

2 hours

Free

How to use a Chromebook and its online capabilities

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RealMe & MyMSD

RealMe & MyMSD

2 hours

Free

Setting up a RealMe identity and MyMSD account. Learn the basics of using these platforms to better engage with government online services.

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Pinterest

Pinterest

2 hours

Free

Pinterest is an online network that allows people to visually share and discover new interests by posting images or videos to their own or others' boards, and browsing what other users have pinned. Find any topic in the world and share with like-minded people.

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