This advanced Microsoft Word course equips delegates with essential skills to enhance document organisation, automation, and collaboration in professional environments. Participants will learn to create structured, navigable documents using hierarchical outlining, indexes, and tables of contents, while mastering tools such as cross-references, fields, and macros to streamline repetitive tasks and improve efficiency. The course also covers advanced features like document tracking, sub-documents, and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), enabling users to develop interactive, dynamic content tailored to complex projects.
Struggling with complex Word documents? Imagine finishing projects faster, with sharper organisation and professional polish... all in one day. Our Microsoft Word Advanced course equips you to tackle long documents with confidence, saving hours on formatting and navigation. Master techniques that streamline editing, enhance readability, and boost productivity... whether you’re working alone or in a team. Delivered as an open course, closed group training, or one-to-one coaching — it's flexible to suit your needs. This course counts towards Six CPD hours. Ready to transform the way you work? To find out more, contact us at let’s dash talk at eqv dot co dot 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
Outlining
Document Map
Sub-documents
Indexes
Cross References
Fields
Field Codes
Locking Fields
Tables of Contents
Tracking
Macro Recording
Playback Shortcuts
Visual Basic
Interactions & Decisions
OK Buttons
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 already have a foundational understanding of Microsoft Word and are looking to enhance their skills in creating complex, professional documents. Whether you're working on lengthy reports, technical manuals, or collaborative projects, this course will help you master advanced features that improve efficiency and document organisation.
This course is ideal for:
Professionals who frequently create complex documents such as reports, manuals, or proposals
Administrative staff managing large volumes of documentation requiring advanced formatting and navigation tools
Educators and trainers preparing detailed course materials with structured content and interactive elements
Technical writers needing to produce well-organised, indexed documents with cross-references and tables of contents
Project managers and team leaders who require efficient document management and collaboration features
Individuals looking to automate repetitive tasks using macros and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) to save time and increase productivity
Some prior experience with Microsoft Word is recommended for this course
While this course is advanced, it is designed to be accessible to those with a basic understanding of Microsoft Word. Delegates will build on their existing knowledge to explore more complex features and techniques, ensuring that the content is both challenging and achievable for those with some experience.
What you will take away
By the end of this course, delegates will have the confidence and skills to create highly structured, professional documents using advanced Microsoft Word features. You will be able to efficiently manage complex projects, automate repetitive tasks, and produce documents that are easy to navigate, reference, and maintain—equipping you to work more effectively in both professional and collaborative 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 delegate per day for open public course
From: £295.00 Plus VAT
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Payment available via all major credit cards or Invoice. All options available during the online booking process.
