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Microsoft Word Basics

Learn essential Microsoft Word skills, including writing, proofing ,and finalizing, while exploring its interface and design elements.

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Course Overview


This introductory-level course is designed to provide learners with a strong foundation in Microsoft Word, equipping them with essential skills needed to navigate the program efficiently. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of Word’s interface and key design elements, allowing them to work with greater confidence. The course focuses on mastering fundamental tasks such as writing, formatting, and proofreading documents, as well as finalizing and preparing them for printing.

 

By the end of the course, learners will be able to create, edit, and manage documents with ease, enhancing both their productivity and proficiency in Microsoft Word.


Course Format

This self-paced course offers a dynamic and engaging learning experience, combining interactive elements such as games, flashcards, video content, real-world case studies, and curated readings. Participants have the flexibility to progress at their own pace, while interactive games and quizzes reinforce key concepts and track progress. Participants have 90 days of access per course, with progress tracked through interactive elements.  Flashcards, expert-led videos, real-world case studies, and carefully curated readings deepen knowledge.

This course is part of the Office Technology program.

Price

$225

Course Details

Units 0.3 CEUs / 3.0 PDUs

Location Online Courses

Course Type Self-Paced

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What You’ll Learn

After successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  • Identify the key components of a Word document interface

  • Customize the Ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar for efficiency

  • Modify font, typeface, document, and paragraph formats to suit needs

  • Demonstrate proficiency with document and paragraph layout options

  • Utilize track changes, word count, and spell check to proof and finalize a document

Your Instructor

Calie
Waterman

IT Project Manager III, Standard Insurance Company

<div>Calie Waterman is an experienced Project Manager with a demonstrated history of leading and delivering complex projects in both IT and business environments since early 2019. Her background includes managing large-scale software implementations, IT infrastructure upgrades, and business process improvements, showcasing her ability to manage diverse project environments while employing a mix of methodologies to ensure adaptive and efficient project execution. Her professional experience allows her to effectively integrate technology with business needs, fostering collaborative environments that drive projects to successful completion and achieve results.</div>