IT for the Office - Microsoft Office skills - FREE Course for Londoners

About Microsoft Office Skills

In this course you will learn key IT skills and to use packages that are required in all modern work environments.

You will learn to use the latest Microsoft Office packages such as Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint and Publisher. These industry-recognised skills will boost your career opportunities and earning potential. You will be taught be experienced teachers, and we also support you with employability, including opportunities to speak to professionals and access mentoring, volunteering and work experience.

Career Potential

The skills you gain will allow you to work in many office-based roles, for example as an administrator, where you could earn a starting salary from £14,000 and earn up to £30,000 with experience.
Apply now to gain new skills, qualifications and take the first step to your new career.

• IT for the Office course outline - download

Study Office Skills at ELATT at any of three levels:

Level 2 Award

• Word processing software: use Microsoft Word for everyday tasks such as writing letters and more!
• IT user fundamentals: learn to use Microsoft Windows, working with files and folders, adjusting settings and maintaining security and back ups
• Using collaborative technologies: learn to use social media, Zoom and a Virtual Learning Environment for professional communication

Level 2 Certificate

• Presentation software: learn to use Microsoft PowerPoint to give a professional presentation
• Spreadsheet software: gain confidence using Microsoft Excel for your budgeting, maths and data needs
• Improving productivity: complete an IT task such as designing a newsletter, working efficiently and making improvements to your work along the way
• IT software fundamentals: learn to independently select programs to complete multiple tasks for clients, such as creating a leaflet using Word and making a promotional presentation in PowerPoint. You'll also manage files and folders using the Windows operating system
• Word processing software: gain confidence using Microsoft Word for many office and home tasks such as letter writing and document creation

Level 2 Diploma

• Improving productivity: learn how to work efficiently, planning and reviewing an IT task such as designing a newsletter, evaluating your work and making improvements along the way
• Using the internet: learn to set up and use connection methods to access the Internet, making the best use of browser software tools and techniques to search for, retrieve and exchange information using a search engine, and work safely and securely online
• IT software fundamentals: learn to independently select programs to complete multiple tasks for clients, such as creating a leaflet using Word and making a promotional presentation in PowerPoint. You'll also manage files and folders using the Windows operating system
• Data management software: using Microsoft Access, you'll store, edit and retrieve data for a variety of business functions such as product and services records
• Data software: using Microsoft Access, you'll design, organise, store and retrieve structured information, as well generating reports such as patients’ records
• Optimise IT system performance: learn how to keep a personal computer system up to date, fully functional and operating efficiently, and to solve problems and errors involving the interaction between hardware and software components
• IT security for users: learn how to monitor potential risks and take steps to protect data, protecting your computer from malfunction and preventing unauthorised remote access
• Spreadsheet software: gain expertise in Microsoft Excel for all your budgeting and data needs
• Word processing: gain expertise in Microsoft Word for business and home life

Anyone hoping to improve their computer skills and learn to use Microsoft Office packages

Requirements, Qualifications and Progression

Entry Requirements:

• Literacy - Entry Level 3

Career potential

The skills you gain will allow you to work in many office-based roles, for example as an administrator, where you could earn a starting salary from £14,000 and earn up to £30,000 with experience.

Apply now to gain new skills, qualifications and take the first step to your new career.