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Word processing transferable skills - Online
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This 8-week programme is an ideal progression from the Get started with Word Processing course and is designed to give an overview of Microsoft Word for learners who wish to develop these basic skills. There is a strong emphasis on improving your employability skills; by completing this course, you will be able to work more efficiently in your job, at home and with IT in general. It follows a structured syllabus working through a range of topics to cover specific knowledge areas and skills.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
• use formatting and page layout tools

• develop document layout for a variety of purposes, for example, CV, Letters, posters, reports, rotas and newsletters

• incorporate images, tables and other objects to enhance your documents

• identify built in tools to effectively produce meaningful documents using a range of techniques

You will work through a variety of exercises and project tasks to suit your learning needs and will work individually, or in groups led by a specialist teacher.

Open Entry Requirements


To be eligible for a free funded course you must be over 19 years of age as of 31st August 2024 and not be an apprentice, further eligibility may be linked to where you live, and we will check that at the enrolment stage and may contact you for further information or refer you to alternative provision.
It is suitable for those who have a basic understanding of ICT and have completed the Get started with Word Processing course.

Open What Will I Need?


This is an online course. Your teacher will provide you with help to get up and running and offer ongoing regular “classroom” support.
You will need to have regular access to a Windows 10 or Windows 11 personal computer with Microsoft Office installed (2016 or newer), a working camera and microphone, access to the Internet and an email account to make the most of the online sessions. If you are keen to take notes, please have a notepad, pen or pencil to hand.

Open Assessment Methods


Your teacher will assess your knowledge at the start of the course and your individual learning will be tailored accordingly. Observation of your progress throughout the various tasks will be used to assess your skills.

Open What Will I Achieve?


Following the course, you will be able to save and print a certificate of completion.

Throughout your time learning with us, you will also have developed a whole range of skills that can be transferred from your course to a working environment, your home life or your own personal development.
Skills such as time management, organisation, research skills and budgeting are all part of your learning journey along with decision making, problem solving and overcoming obstacles. All these skills will help you to become a confident, self-motivated person and will assist you on your chosen pathway.

Open Progression


You can progress to similar IT courses relating to other Microsoft Office applications, community learning courses or our Digital functional skills courses. Your teacher will advise you of the suitability and availability of these.

Open Is there anything else I need to know?

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27/01/2025
24/03/2025
06:00 PM - 09:00 PM
Monday
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Concessions may be available based on income and benefit status
Online Delivery

Helping you financially

  • English, maths and computing courses (up to level 1) are FREE subject to eligibility (adult learners aged 19+ at 31st August 2024)
  • Reduced course fees for non-qualification courses if you receive a qualifying benefit.
  • Qualification courses at Level 2 or below are FREE if your income is below £25,000
  • Discretionary Learner Support funding relating to cover fees, books etc (qualifications only) T&C apply.
  • Pay for your course in instalments via direct debit (over £100), ask for details.
  • 19+ Advanced Learner Loans for Level 3 courses and above – no repayments until you earn over £25,000

If you are unsure on what price you should pay, please contact us on 01609 536066 or email adultlearningservice@northyorks.gov.uk