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computerCENTRAL History
At CCTV we strongly believe that providing the tools to create media enhances citizens' ability to participate in civic life. In 1996, CCTV created computerCENTRAL, a state-of-the art community technology center, to accomplish this goal.

Public Hours
computerCENTRAL is open to the public on a drop-in basis for 13.5 hours every week. Drop in hours are staffed by trained interns who provide hands-on computer assistance as needed. All drop-in hours are free to CCTV’s Affiliate and Access members. Non-members must pay $5.00 per visit, except Sunday and Tuesday.

Classes
CCTV members seeking more structured training may enroll in our training courses. These affordable courses provide hands-on instruction in small group settings. Whether you are just beginning or at an advanced level, our classes offer something for everyone. To view a list of our classes, click here.

Special Services
CCTV also offers the following special programs:

Computers for Seniors Mondays from 10-noon. These drop-in hours provide senior citizens with one-on-one instruction.
Tutorial for NonEnglish Speakers Wednesdays from 12-3PM. These drop-in hours mostly help Spanish, Haitian-Kreyol, and Portuguese-speakers, overcome the linguistic barriers in learning computer technologies by providing instruction in their native languages. CCTV staff will attempt to accommodate other languages whenever possible.
Edit Help Thursdays from 6-9PM. CCTV members with Production Contracts may receive basic to advanced editing help from Interns.

Community Collaborations
What can CCTV do for your organization? Throughout the year, CCTV collaborates with other organizations to offer special trainings and community technology programs. Past collaborators include: Cambridge Community Center, Cambridge Economic Opportunity Committee, Cambridge Prevention Coalition, Cambridge Public Library, City Hall, Community Learning Center and East End House.

Internship Program
Interns help staff computerCENTRAL by volunteering for a 3-hour shift each week. If you would like to learn more about our internship opportunities, click here.

Contact Info
CCTV at (617) 661-6900