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Best Adult Computer Classes In Los Angeles

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Computer skills will last a lifetime, even as technology changes. Whether you are seeking to improve your computer abilities, learn how to use a computer or enhance your career or job security, an adult computer class might be the right place to spend time this year. Studying the basics as well as more advanced technical applications gives people an opportunity to invest in their futures and expand their minds. Public libraries, vocational schools and specific computer learning centers offer a course for everyone. Here are the best places in Los Angeles for adults to take computer classes.

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Fairfax Branch Library
161 S. Gardner St.
Los Angeles, CA 90036
(323) 936-6191
www.lapl.org

The Los Angeles Public Library offer free hands-on computer training for adults at every level through various branches including the Fairfax branch Currently, every Monday from 1:30pm to 2:30pm, students are invited to experiment within the library's computer comfort class. Learn how to manipulate the mouse and keyboard, set up, read, write and send emails, learn about databases and surf the Internet. For low income families, the Benjamin Franklin Library branch offers a three-hour boot camp computer workshop. Qualified families will be eligible to receive a refurbished high-end desktop computer at a reduced price.

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Intelquest Training
822 S. Robertson Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90035
(310) 358-9648
www.compumatics.com

Intelquest Training is a unique computer training facility that provides classroom computer training for adults. Students get hands-on individual computer time through a multitude of classes offered for beginners and advanced individuals. Expert instructors teach short term classes including Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook), Quickbooks, Adobe, WordPress for web design, Maya 3D animation, digital video, computer repair and typing. Certificate and diplomas are available upon completing Intelquest's long term courses featuring computer system repair, computerized accounting and office skills, graphic and website design, and Dragon Voice Activated.

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Training Connection LA
915 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1800
Los Angeles, CA 90017
(888) 815-0604
www.trainingconnection.com

Students seeking a new skill or a refresher must check out Training Connection. Training Connection believes in giving students a small learning environment when it comes to being most effective in learning a new computer skill or program. Adobe courses, Microsoft training, web development and business skills are taught by instructors who bring a passion for learning and individual "real world experience" inside the classroom. Training Connection is conveniently located via multiple Metro lines as well.

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ABCO Technology
6733 Sepulveda Blvd., Suite 106
Los Angeles, CA 90045
(310) 216-3067
www.abcotechnology.com

Known as one of L.A.'s best adult vocational computer school in L.A., ABCO Technology works with a wide range of students including high school grads, moms or dads going back to work, unemployed individuals, veterans and corporate employees. A variety of courses are offered such as Adobe and MicroSoft, database administration and computer security training, JAVA programming, Linux servers, Oracle training and much more. ABCO Technology also has the wherewithal to help place graduates of the program in industry jobs.

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ONLC Training Center
11400 W. Olympic Blvd., Suite 200
Los Angeles, CA 90064
(800) 288-8221
www.onlc.com

For students who learn best one-on-one, ONLC Training Center in West L.A. might be their best decision. Students have the opportunity to increase technical skills through an authorized and certified course catalog. Topics range from learning basic computer skills to desktop applications, Microsoft authorized programs to server and security processing and programming. It can all be learned through highly trained and professional instructors at ONLC. Computer certification is also available.

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Sheryl Craig is a writer with a passion for interesting finds and treasures in Los Angeles. She has a background in journalism and public relations. A mother of two daughters, Sheryl integrates her healthy lifestyle into raising her children. Her work can be found at Examiner.com

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