Community Empowerment Through Digital Advancement (CEDA)
Free classes in your area | 8 hours of training, available online and at on-site locations | Limited quantities available to residents who qualify for CARE, WIC, NSLP, or SNAP | Devices provided after completion, Subject to availability | Join the next training!
Income qualified participants may receive a free Chromebook or similar computing device (quantities limited)
Residents in select Sacramento, Stockton, and Calaveras communities can receive free computer and internet training through the CEDA program.
Learn how to confidently use computers, the internet, email, online services, and emerging tools like AI technology.
Participants who complete the training may also receive a free device while supplies last.
If you want any more information or are having issues registering, please call us:
Sacramento residents: (916) 389-7470
Stockton residents: (209) 910-5208
Calaveras County residents: (916) 389-7476
What Is the CEDA Program?
The Community Empowerment Through Digital Advancement (CEDA) program provides free digital skills training to help residents gain the technology skills needed for everyday life, education, and work.
Classes are offered at trusted community locations across Sacramento, San Joaquin, and Calaveras counties.
CEDA helps residents build confidence using technology and access tools that support job opportunities, communication, education, and small business growth.
What You Get
Participants in the CEDA program receive:
- Free 8-hour computer and internet training
- 12 months access to the online learning platform
- Income qualified participants will receive a free device upon program completion while supplies last.
What You Will Learn
CEDA provides an 8-hour digital skills training program that teaches practical technology skills you can use immediately.
Participants will learn how to:
- Use computers, email, and the internet
- Stay safe online and protect personal information
- Access online services and community resources
- Search for jobs and create a digital resume
- Use digital tools for everyday tasks and small businesses
- Explore modern tools like artificial intelligence (AI)
Training combines in-person instruction and an online learning platform so participants can continue learning after the class ends.
Free Device Opportunity
Device distribution guidelines:
- Chromebook or similar device
- Devices are issued after program completion
- Maximum two devices per household
- Devices are limited in each community and distributed on a first-completed basis
How the Program Works
- Register for the program online, or call for more information and assistance to register
- Select your community location
- Attend digital skills training at a local partner site “or online”
- Spend 8 hours learning the material and complete the course to receive a Certificate of Completion
Register today to find the next available class in your community.
Communities Served
CEDA training is available to residents of specific communities in Sacramento, San Joaquin, and Calaveras counties.
Residents of these communities are eligible to participate:
Sacramento Region
- Fruitridge / Florin
- Valley Hi / Florin
- Lemon Hill
- Oak Park
- Upper Land Park
- South Land Park
San Joaquin Region
- Northwest Stockton
- West Stockton
- Southwest Stockton
- Central Stockton
- West Central Stockton
Calaveras Region
- Arnold
- Mokelumne Hill
- Valley Springs
- Murphys
- Copperopolis
- Mountain Ranch
- Angels Camp
Register for CEDA Training
CEDA training is offered at community locations throughout the region. Space is limited and devices are distributed while supplies last.
If you want any more information or are having issues registering, please call us:
Sacramento residents: (916) 389-7470
Stockton residents: (209) 910-5208
Calaveras County residents: (916) 389-7476
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need computer experience to participate?
No. The training is beginner-friendly and designed for people who are new to computers.
How long is the training?
CEDA includes approximately 8 hours of digital skills training. The learning platform is additionally available to participants for 12 months after initial 8 hour training.
Will I receive a computer?
Participants who complete the training may receive a device while supplies last.
Who can participate?
Residents living in one of the 16 communities served by the program are eligible.
Do I need a computer or computer experience to participate?
No. The training is beginner-friendly and computers will be provided to take the training at your class location.
How long is the training?
Participants must spend at least 8 hours completing the program to receive a certificate. The learning platform is additionally available to participants for 12 months after initial 8 hour training.
Will I receive a certificate of completion for taking this course?
Yes. Upon completion you will receive a certificate with your name.
Will I receive a computing device?
Participants who are income-eligible and complete the training will receive a Chromebook or similar device while supplies last. Households that participate in, or are eligible to participate in the following programs will receive a free device while supplies last:
- California Alternative Rates for Energy (CARE),
- Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP),
- National School Lunch Program (NSLP),
- Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
Funding for this project has been provided in part through a grant by the Broadband Adoption Account of the California Advanced Services Fund, a program administered by the California Public Utilities Commission.