Word Foundation Course

What will I learn?

Our Microsoft Word Foundation course is designed for new or self-taught users of the software.

You’ll learn:

the basics of creating a document
how to insert, edit, format and proof read text
how to prepare documents for printing and save files efficiently.

No previous experience of Word is required to attend the course, but you should have a basic understanding of PCs, including familiarity with a keyboard and mouse.

Book Word Foundation Training

For companies who need to train groups of staff either remotely or in-person.

One full day course
Up to 10 delegates
Flexible in-house training dates

Face-to-face training
In-house or a venue of choice
Virtual training option

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MEET THE TRAINER

Laura Cutmore

Laura is dedicated to up-skilling individuals and teams and passionate about helping delegates build confidence and save time with the tools they need to get their jobs done. She has a strong background in all aspects of the training lifecycle and brings over 20 years’ experience of design and delivery in the training industry. Laura specialises in the Microsoft 365 suite and enjoys the challenge of keeping up to date with Microsoft 365 applications.

Staff Word Assessment

Use our Free Assessment Tool to review the level of staff training required. We will deliver the right course to the right people, delivering results.

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Full Word Foundation Course Content

Introduction to Word

Tour the Word Interface
Document Views
Zoom Control
Immersive Reader and Focus Mode
Get Help
Navigate a Document

Create Basic Documents

Insert, Edit and Delete Text
Use the Dictate Tool
Change Case
Use Undo / Redo
Save vs Save As
Close and Open Documents
Find and Pin Recent Documents

Apply Character Formatting

Select Text and Paragraphs
Apply Bold, Italics and Underline
Change Font Size and Colour
Clear Formatting
Use Format Painter

Move and Copy

Use Cut, Copy and Paste
View the Clipboard
Move and Copy between Documents

Apply Paragraph Formatting

Align Paragraphs
Line and Paragraph Spacing
Indent Paragraphs
Apply Simple Bullets and Numbering
Apply Borders and Shading

Control Page Appearance

Change Page Margins
Change Page Orientation
Insert Page Breaks
Insert Page Numbering

Use Proofing Tools

Use Editor for Spelling and Grammar
AutoCorrect and AutoComplete
Find and Replace

Print Documents

Preview Documents for Printing
Print All or Part of a Document
Print Envelopes and Labels

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Word Training – Business Benefits

By investing in people, you can give your team all the necessary skills they need to help support your organisation’s goals.

Word Training - People Development

Completing our Word training course will give you additional skills you need to help support your career development.

Flexible Word Training Courses

Online or face-to-face in-house training
Individual delegates or group training
Flexible dates to fit schedules

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Why choose TrainingU?

Passionate

Established over a decade ago by a team of knowledgeable training experts, we are passionate about delivering excellent training that makes a real difference.

Experienced

All our trainers are qualified and experienced Word trainers that will deliver the highest level of training to you and your team.

Collaborative

Working together with our clients, understanding their needs and desired learning outcomes, to deliver a personalised learning solution.

Your complete training solution

Before Training

Our Skills Assessment will ensure staff attend the correct level of training. Based on results, we will organise the training sessions required, who will take them and the level to best match the skills needed.

During Training

We provide first class training with highly experienced trainers. Courses include lots of exercises, practise and interactivity throughout, maximising learning whether delivered online or at your offices.

After Training

We will grant you organisation free access to our suite of online Word resources. In addition, we provide free post training support to ensure your staff utilise their new skills effectively.