Course Overview
This introductory Microsoft Word course is perfect for users who are new to Word or who have been using it without any formal training. Delegates should have a good general understanding of computers, but no prior experience with Word is required.
The session is designed to build confidence and equip participants with the essential skills needed to create professional‑looking letters, reports, and everyday business documents. Through practical, hands‑on activities, delegates will learn how to navigate Word’s key features and apply them in real working scenarios.
What You’ll Learn
During this interactive course, delegates will be guided step‑by‑step through the core functions of Microsoft Word, including:
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Saving and retrieving documents
Learn how to organise files effectively, understand file types, and manage your documents with ease. -
Spelling and grammar tools
Discover how to use Word’s built‑in proofreading features to produce polished, error‑free content. -
Text alignment and formatting
Understand how alignment, spacing, and layout help create professional‑looking documents. -
Font enhancements
Explore bold, italics, underlining, and other formatting tools to improve readability and visual impact. -
Highlighting and emphasis
Learn techniques for drawing attention to important information using colour and formatting. -
Margins and page setup
Gain control of your document layout to ensure your work looks clean, consistent, and print-ready. -
Tab stops and spacing
Master the use of tabs for neat, structured text — ideal for lists, forms, and aligned information. -
Editing and refining content
Develop confidence in rearranging text, managing paragraphs, and improving overall document flow. -
Building Blocks
Discover how reusable content (such as headers, footers, signatures, and standard paragraphs) can save time and support brand consistency.
By the end of this course, delegates will be able to:
- Create clear, well‑structured documents from scratch
- Apply professional formatting with confidence
- Use key Word tools to improve accuracy and presentation
- Save time with shortcuts and reusable document elements
- Work more efficiently and produce documents that meet business standards
