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Course Description

Online Computer Safety for Seniors | Learn ways to stay safe on your computer. Create strong passwords you will remember. Discuss best practices for privacy settings on your devices and social media accounts. Learn to stay safe with SPAM, personal emergencies and financial scams. Shop with confidence when adding your information to purchase items online. Develop techniques to protect against online fraud. Note: Senior Cycle fee class. Students must be 55 years or older by start date in order to enroll in this class.

Learner Outcomes

List three recommended guidelines for creating strong passwords and name two secure options for password storage; Explain privacy settings, etiquette and safety protocols when using a social media account; Define two best practices to remove SPAM and avoid scammers on your computer devices; Discuss ways to keep your device secure by updating software, using secure WiFi, and keeping your personal information private when online; Navigate shopping, government, and banking sites safely and discuss current “red flags” to be aware when using your computer or smart phone device.

Notices

Grading: Students will receive a Y if they attend the class and an N if they do not. Attendance: Students must attend 60% of the instructional time of this non-credit CEWD class to pass. Class participation: Students are encouraged to participate in this CEWD class.
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Section Title
South County | Computer Safety for Seniors
Type
In Person
Days
M
Time
1:00PM to 2:30PM
Dates
Apr 06, 2026 to May 11, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
9.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
In-Person  
Course Costs
open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
Apr 05, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
Apr 05, 2026
Instructors
  • John Turner

Section Notes

South County | Online Computer Safety for Seniors | Learn ways to stay safe on your computer. Create strong passwords you will remember. Discuss best practices for privacy settings on your devices and social media accounts. Learn to stay safe with SPAM, personal emergencies, and financial scams. Shop with confidence when adding your information to purchase items online. Develop techniques to protect against online fraud.
Section Title
Online | Online Computer Safety for Seniors
Type
Synchronous Online
Days
T
Time
9:30AM to 11:30AM
Dates
May 05, 2026 to May 26, 2026
Schedule
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Contact Hours
8.0
Location
  • Off Campus
Delivery Options
Online Synchronous  
Course Costs
open Enrollment non-credit $40.00 Click here to get more information
Senior (60+) non-credit $0.00 Click here to get more information
Registration Fee
Drop Request Deadline
May 04, 2026
Section Transfer Request Deadline
May 04, 2026
Instructors
  • Donna MacAuley-Shoemaker

Section Notes

Online | Online Computer Safety for Seniors | Learn ways to stay safe on your computer. Create strong passwords you will remember. Discuss best practices for privacy settings on your devices and social media accounts. Learn to stay safe with SPAM, personal emergencies, and financial scams. Shop with confidence when adding your information to purchase items online. Develop techniques to protect against online fraud. | Note: Attendance in online class sessions Tuesdays from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. is mandatory for section 203.
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