Microsoft Office basics

Learn how to type, edit and format word documents with Microsoft Word and how to make simple spreadsheets and bar charts with Excel.

Use "My Documents" to save and organise your files into folders. Become familiar with the keyboard layout and learn its correct use for more efficient and faster typing.

Course learning outcomes:

Use Microsoft Word to:

• Create and edit simple documents
• Do basic text formatting

Use Microsoft Excel to:

• Create simple spreadsheets
• Do basic text and layout formatting
• Use basic formulas to calculate totals
• Create an appropriate bar chart

Eligibility requirements

An initial assessment is required to discuss the best options for the student.