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Preparing for Digital Skills: Summer Intensive

Funding area Essential Skills
GRA/151410/Q/FF
Location:
Gravesend Adult Education Centre, Gravesend
Start date:
05/08/2025
End date:
26/08/2025
Level:
Entry Level
Time:
09:30 - 13:30
Duration:
4 sessions
Course hours:
Course hours

Course hours are the total number of hours you'll spend being taught by your tutor. Self study time is not included within the course hours.

15 hours
Day of week:
TUE
Tutor:
Sue Hart
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Is this course for me

This course will cover the following:

Week 1: Microsoft Word Master Class

Course Content
• Introduction to Microsoft Word and Basic Document Creation
• Paragraph Formatting and Document Structuring
• Inserting Elements and Enhancing Documents
• Finalising and Printing Documents


Week 2: Microsoft Excel Master Class

Course Content
• Introduction to Excel and Basic Navigation
• Introduction to Formulas and Functions
• Data Organisation and Formatting
• Basic Charts and Finalising Documents

Week 3: Microsoft Powerpoint Master Class

Course Content
• Introduction to PowerPoint and Basic Slide Creation
• Slide Design and Visual Enhancements
• Transitions, Animations, and Multimedia
• Finalising the Presentation and Delivery Tips


Week 4: Microsoft File Management and Online Safety Masterclass

Course Content
• Introduction to File Management using Microsoft OneDrive
• Advanced File Management and Backups
• Introduction to Online Safety and Security
• Finalising File Management and Online Safety Practices

Additional Information

From 1st August 2024, the Department for Education (DfE) require that learners attending this course must identify their primary purpose for learning. This course is not available for learners whose main aim is to learn a hobby, or for leisure/pleasure.

Assessment is needed before joining this course. Please contact your local centre to complete an application.

To get the most out of your course we recommend you attend at least 85% of your sessions. If you do have a pre-arranged commitments booked during term time, please let the tutor know in advance so that we can help you catch up on missed sessions and ensure that you still achieve the course outcome.

Getting to your course

Find us

Gravesend Adult Education Centre
Darnley Road
Gravesend
Kent
DA11 0RX

If you require any information about this location then please call 03000 41 22 22 and quote the Course Code GRA/151410/Q/FF.