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Technical Literacy for End Users Online Training

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UPDATED: October 9, 2025
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Build the tech skills every professional needs. This technical literacy course helps non-technical users, like office staff, customer service reps, and administrators, confidently navigate today’s digital workplace. Learn how computers work, how to use cloud tools effectively, and how to stay safe online. You’ll gain practical knowledge in hardware, software, and cybersecurity fundamentals so you can troubleshoot simple issues, improve efficiency, and communicate better with IT teams.

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What you'll learn with Technical Literacy training

  • Identify and understand basic computer hardware components
  • Differentiate between types of software and apps
  • Connect securely to wireless networks
  • Use cloud services like file storage and collaboration tools
  • Search online efficiently and protect privacy
  • Recognize basic security risks and practice safe computing

Technical Literacy training FAQs

Who should get end user technical training?

Anyone who uses computers, smartphones, or cloud services at work or school should take technical literacy training. It’s built for office staff, remote workers, students, and anyone who needs a stronger foundation in IT basics to use everyday technology safely and confidently.

Is it hard to learn IT basics?

No, learning IT basics is very manageable. This course breaks down hardware, software, networking, and security concepts into simple, real-world examples. If you can use email or a web browser, you can quickly pick up these skills with some focus and practice.

What will I learn by taking technical literacy training?

You’ll learn how computers, wireless networks, cloud services, and basic security tools work together. You'll understand how to protect your privacy, troubleshoot small tech problems, search smarter online, and interact more effectively with IT support teams.

What jobs can I get with basic technical literacy training?

Basic technical literacy is important in office assistant roles, customer service representative positions, administrators, and receptionists. It also gives you the baseline tech skills you need for any modern office job or to move toward IT support roles.

Who is Technical Literacy training for?

This course is for office workers, customer service staff, students, and anyone who needs stronger IT fundamentals. If you work with computers, networks, or cloud apps in any capacity, technical literacy training will make your day-to-day work easier and more efficient.

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What our learners say

  • Very easy and fun way to learn. Keith Barker is my favorite, he'll throw in jokes here and there and it makes me remember certain study points. I highly recommend this app and purchasing subscriptions, it is truly worth the money.

    Joshua E. | IT Systems Administrator
  • The more I put into learning, the more skills I’m going to have — and the better I’m going to be technically.

    Knox Hutchinson | CBT Nuggets trainer since 2018
  • It feels like the best and the brightest people are training with you — and they are just hanging out with you and showing you the ropes.

    John McCann | IT manager and CBT Nuggets learner
Study guide

Download the free Technical Literacy study guide to complete this course in about 1 hours.

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