Introduction to Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to Microsoft Office applications, equipping delegates with essential skills to navigate Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook with confidence. Delegates will gain proficiency in creating and formatting documents, analysing data, designing presentations, and managing email communications, all of which are critical for enhancing productivity in modern workplaces. By mastering these tools, participants will develop the technical competence needed to streamline workflows, improve communication, and contribute effectively to team and organisational goals.
Struggling to keep up with office software? In just one day, delegates gain confidence and efficiency with essential tools that drive productivity. This course unlocks the power of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook — transforming complex tasks into simple steps. Whether you’re new to the workplace or brushing up your skills, you’ll leave with practical know-how to create, edit and manage documents, spreadsheets and presentations like a pro. Flexible delivery options mean learning fits your schedule: book a closed group session or opt for one-to-one coaching. With six CPD hours counted towards your professional development, this is your shortcut to mastering the tools that matter. To find out more, contact us at let’s dash talk at eqv co uk.
Counts towards 6 CPD Hours1 DayOpen Public & Closed Group
Please reflect on one or more of the questions below and come prepared to discuss your responses during the session.
Self-Assessment: On a scale of 1–10, how would you rate your current skill level in this subject? What factors influenced your rating?
Development Focus: Identify one specific behaviour, skill, or capability you would like to improve or develop further.
Relevant Examples: If possible, bring one or two relevant examples or scenarios from your experience that you would be willing to share with the group.
What You Will Learn
The Word Environment
Saving, Opening & Closing Files
Entering & editing Text
Formatting
Spelling
Outlook Environment
Reading and Receiving emails
Replying and Forwarding emails
Attachments
Excel Basics
Using Formula Understanding Functions
Basic Charts
PowerPoint Basics
Creating Slides
Slideshow
Your Post-Course Challenge
Complete the further practice workbook
Apply the techniques to your own data
Counts Towards 6 CPD Hours
This course contributes 6 hours of Continuing Professional Development. Delegates can log these hours as evidence of structured learning for professional bodies and employers.
This course is designed for individuals who are new to Microsoft Office or require a refresher on the fundamental skills needed to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook effectively. Whether you're starting your career, returning to work, or looking to improve your digital literacy, this course provides a solid foundation to boost productivity and confidence in everyday office tasks.
This course is ideal for:
New employees seeking to develop essential office software skills
Professionals transitioning to roles requiring basic Microsoft Office proficiency
Students preparing for further education or employment that involves office applications
Individuals looking to enhance their personal or professional productivity through digital tools
Teams requiring standardised training in core office software functions
Anyone aiming to build a strong foundation in using Microsoft Office for daily tasks
No prior experience needed
No prior experience with Microsoft Office is required to benefit from this course. It is designed to be accessible to all learners, regardless of their current skill level, ensuring that even those with no previous exposure to the software can gain confidence and competence through clear, structured guidance.
What you will take away
By the end of this course, delegates will have the confidence and practical skills to navigate and utilise Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook for common tasks. They will be able to create and format documents, manage emails and calendars, perform basic data analysis, and produce simple presentations — equipping them to work more efficiently in both professional and personal environments.
For Groups & Teams
We can deliver this training session in several ways to suit your organisation’s needs:
Open Public Course
Join delegates from other organisations on a scheduled date
Closed Group
Exclusively for your team, using your real scenarios
In Person
Face-to-face at your premises or a venue of your choice
Virtual
Live, interactive online delivery via Teams or Zoom
One-to-One Coaching
Personalised sessions tailored entirely to you
Have two or more people to train?
You may want to consider a closed group course. Benefits include:
Cost effective for teams
Choose a date to suit you
Customise content and timings
No minimum delegate numbers
Uses your real-world scenarios
Builds shared language in your team
Contact us on [email protected] to discuss specific dates and delivery requirements.
How Our Tutor-Led Courses Are Delivered
Before the day
Delegates are given pre-work to complete before attending. This ensures everyone arrives with relevant context and real scenarios from their own experience, so learning is immediately relevant and actionable from the first minute.
On the day
Our sessions are participative and highly interactive. We don’t do “death by PowerPoint” — instead, the day includes a variety of engaging activities throughout:
Real-world casework using your scenarios
Practical hands-on exercises
Real Play (not role play) simulations
Peer learning and group discussion
Case studies and scenario work
Facilitated discussion and structured reflection
What you leave with
Participants leave with:
Practical tools — frameworks and models you can use straight away
Clear action plans — specific next steps tailored to your role
Greater confidence — built through intensive, realistic practice
Skills you can apply immediately — not theory, but techniques tested during the day
After the day
Post-session measurements and a 30-day challenge ensure that learning is embedded and behaviour change is sustained.
Key Features
Course Duration is 1 Day
Engaging tutor led event
Comprehensive course materials
Certificates of attendance
Access to Customer Portal (course bookers)
Course Guarantee
Priced per day for a group of up to 10 delegates
£595.00 Plus VAT
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Payment available via all major credit cards or Invoice. All options available during the online booking process.
