Information Technology
ITPSA Skills Programme: Microsoft Office for Beginners
This programme introduces participants to the essential tools of Microsoft Office, focusing on Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, empowering users to build confidence in its application.
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NQF Level:
n/a (Non-credit-bearing short course)
Credits:
n/a
Minimum Duration:
6 Weeks (Part-Time)
Faculty:
Information and Communication Technology
Department:
Micro-Credentials & Short Learning Programmes
Accreditation Authority:
Institute for Information Technology Professionals, South Africa
EMPOWER YOUR SKILLS WITH MICROSOFT OFFICE
This programme equips participants with practical skills to create professional documents, manage data with Excel, and design impactful presentations using PowerPoint.
Why Choose This Qualification?
Build foundational skills in Microsoft Office applications, enhance productivity, and boost employability across various sectors.
Admission Requirements.
Open to individuals new to Microsoft Office or seeking to improve their basic skills.
Qualification Structure.
Week 1: Introduction to Microsoft Office (Overview, Navigation Tools)
Week 2: Microsoft Word Basics (Creating Documents, Formatting)
Week 3: Microsoft Excel Basics (Data Entry, Formulas)
Week 4: Advanced Microsoft Word and Excel (Headers, Conditional Formatting)
Week 5: Microsoft PowerPoint Basics (Slide Design, Animations)
Week 6: Integrated Projects (Combining Tools)
Week 2: Microsoft Word Basics (Creating Documents, Formatting)
Week 3: Microsoft Excel Basics (Data Entry, Formulas)
Week 4: Advanced Microsoft Word and Excel (Headers, Conditional Formatting)
Week 5: Microsoft PowerPoint Basics (Slide Design, Animations)
Week 6: Integrated Projects (Combining Tools)
Learning Outcomes.
Participants will confidently use Word, Excel, and PowerPoint for personal and professional tasks, enhancing productivity and efficiency.
International Comparability.
Aligns with global standards for introductory Microsoft Office training, ensuring participants acquire competitive and transferable skills.
Qualification Modes of Delivery and Support.
Blended Learning (online modules with in-person sessions), Distance Learning (fully online), Face-to-face Workshops.
Career Opportunities.
Administrative Assistant, Data Entry Specialist, Office Support Staff, Entrepreneur.
Articulation Options.
Skills gained can be applied towards advanced certifications in Microsoft Office or broader IT skills.
Ensure Compliance, Empower Financial Accuracy.
Ensures participants are proficient in basic Microsoft Office tools, meeting workplace and educational standards.
