MICROSOFT BUSINESS SKILLS

Microsoft Word Essentials

Course Information

Build confidence in Word so you can create Neat, well‑structured documents quickly with this Microsoft Word course for beginners.


Through this course, you will discover the fundamentals of Microsoft Word, building the confidence to create clear, well‑structured documents. You’ll gain a high-level understanding of formatting, layout, and essential tools, helping you produce professional documents efficiently.

Discover the basics of working with the Word interface and delve into the essentials of everyday tasks: creating documents, saving locally or in the cloud and using help resources when you are stuck. In this course, you will practise clear formatting with paragraphs, styles and layouts so content is consistent and easy to read. 
 
We cover inserting tables, pictures and simple shapes, and how to keep them aligned without fuss. You will also learn how to work with margins, orientation and headers, followed by spelling checks and print‑ready reviews. Finally, you will prepare a basic mail merge to speed up repetitive tasks.
 
The emphasis of this Microsoft Word course is on practical habits and productivity tips, so your documents look professional without heavy rework. By the end, you will know how to create and edit documents, apply styles and formats, insert common objects, adjust page settings and run the checks that protect your credibility before sharing or printing.
Module 1: Getting started
• Interface, saving and help resources
 
Module 2: Formatting fundamentals
• Styles, paragraphs and layout
 
Module 3: Working with objects
• Tables, pictures and shapes
 
Module 4: Preparing to share
• Page setup, checks and basic mail merge

There is no formal exam for this course. Learning is supported through guided discussion, practical examples and scenario-based activities across the day. Following the course you will receive a certificate of completion to include in your professional development file.

Why Learn With Us?

Accredited certifications

Practical, workplace-relevant learning

Full or part funding available

Flexible delivery options

Frequently Asked Questions

No, this is a practical skills course focused on the basics of using Microsoft Word.

You can contact us directly via the contact page, or fill out the form here.

Staff who create or edit documents and want consistent results.

An active Microsoft 365 for Business account and Word (desktop).

The Microsoft Word Essentials course is delivered through a 6‑hour interactive webinar.

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