This short online self-paced course provides you with the opportunity to learn how to use Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel at a fundamental level. It is a introductory course and ideal for anyone who:
• Seeks to learn fundamental skills in Microsoft Office applications.
• Desire a better understanding of how Microsoft tool’s function.
• Are interested in re-engaging with learning and exploring opportunities for further development and progression.
• Effectively use Microsoft Word and format documents.
• Utilise Microsoft Excel to enter numerical information into spreadsheets, utilise formulas for calculations and present data using charts.
• Create folders to organise your files, save and retrieve documents.
• Utilise Microsoft PowerPoint to enter information into presentations, create new slides in PowerPoint and apply appropriate techniques to edit slides effectively
You will also work toward individual goals which you will discuss and set with your tutor.
How will I attend this course?
How will I attend this course?
This course is delivered flexibly online with regular online support and feedback meetings with your allocated tutor. You will need to commit to working through course material for the agreed hours each week and completing course work by the agreed timescales. You will also need to join the required tutor support meetings.
What equipment will I need?
What equipment will I need?
You will need access to a laptop or PC, camera, microphone, and internet connection. If you do not have access to this equipment, we may be able to support you.
Completing this course will give you the opportunity to earn a Cambridgeshire Skills digital badge. Badges are endorsed by City and Guilds and are e a great way to demonstrate your newly gained skills and knowledge and provide evidence of completed learning.
What are the entry requirements?
What are the entry requirements?
There are no entry requirements for this course however as this is an online class, knowledge of how to use online learning platforms will allow you to take part fully in the learning.
Other recommended learning
Other recommended learning
• Getting to grips with Word
• Getting to grips with Excel
• Getting to grips with PowerPoint
• Essential Digital Skills at Level 1
• One of our Microsoft Masterclasses
