Ventura County Digital Upskilling Training Program

About the Program

The Ventura County Digital Upskilling Training program is a NO-COST, short-term training program that teaches basic digital skills to job seekers, workers and small business owners. The program expands opportunities and earning power for Ventura County residents by providing them with digital skills training.

State Assembly member Jacqui Irwin developed the project idea and secured $5 million in state general funds for this Digital Upskilling pilot program in Ventura County. Now in its fourth year, the program provides NO-COST Computer Basics and Get Your Small Business Online classes in Ventura County and equips other locations to use the curriculum and tools for both courses.

Program Impact

862 Ventura County residents have completed digital upskilling training!

adults learned computer basics
entrepreneurs got their small businesses online
workers completed Information & Communication Technologies courses

UpSkilling Downloads

Our updated Impact Report to learn about the program’s impact!

Outcomes and Key Learnings Executive Summary
Outcomes and Key Learning Full Report (including Executive Summary)
Impact Report detailing program’s impact

NO-COST Materials To Provide Courses In Your Area

The Economic Development Collaborative created two toolkits that include everything needed to replicate the Digital Upskilling program. Curriculum and instructor tools are available at no-cost in English and Spanish.

Computer Basics Course Toolkit

Empower your community with essential computer skills!

ACCESS COURSE MATERIALS

This eight-session course equips individuals with the foundational digital skills needed for daily life and the workplace.

Designed for those with basic literacy and minimal computer experience, this course is a stepping stone to better jobs and higher earning potential.

Small Business Course Toolkit

Help small businesses thrive in the digital age!

ACCESS COURSE MATERIALS

This eight-session course guides entrepreneurs through creating a website, implementing effective online strategies and identifying the right marketing channels for their business. 

Designed for small business owners and entrepreneurs who have little to no experience with creating and maintaining a website.

Ventura County Classes

Check out what courses are enrolling now.

Computer Basics

Computer skills are needed in daily life and to obtain a higher-paying job. This NO-COST course teaches adult learners how to use a computer, search the internet for jobs, participate in video calls and use email. 

Enroll today to unlock your potential

Small Business

Build your online presence and grow your business with this NO-COST course. You'll learn to create a website, use email marketing, and develop social media content.

Enroll today to unlock your potential

Program Partners

Questions?

Reach out to our team at upskill@edcollaborative.com

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