Excel for Beginners (WOR26T006)
Curriculum area: Digital Skills
- Start date: Thursday, 5 November 2026
- End date: Thursday, 12 November 2026
- Number of weeks: 2
- Time: 18:00 - 21:00
- Delivery type: In-person
- Venue: Workington Library, Vulcans Lane, Workington, Cumbria. CA14 2ND
- Tutor: Jae-Llane Ditchburn
- Free Course
This offering is not yet available for enrolment, please return within three months of the start date to enrol. Contact your local centre using the details below for more information.
About the course
This course introduces you to basic Excel techniques. You will learn how to create, open and save a workbook as well as enter data and apply formatting to change the appearance of a spreadsheet. You will learn how to use simple functions and formulae and how to prepare a spreadsheet for printing.
How the course will be delivered
You will work directly with your tutor as part of a small group. The sessions will include discussion and sharing ideas, you will have short tasks to complete and will receive materials to keep and to stimulate your own further learning in the future. If you have opted for the online delivery, this will be via zoom.
What you'll need to bring
A Notebook and pen , you could also bring a memory stick (USB/flashdrive) to save your work to if you like. If you have opted for online delivery via Zoom, you will need access to a device you are confident using, preferably a PC or laptop, with webcam and stable internet connection as well as the software for that course, Full details will be provided by your centre & Tutor.
Entry requirements
Basic IT skills are advisable; this course is designed for students who have basic computer knowledge and would like to gain skills and confidence. You may have already completed the Introduction to IT, a Beginners Computer course or have some computer experience already from either the workplace or personal use. Learners should be able to use a PC, be familiar with the use of a mouse & keyboard to enable them to use Microsoft Excel at a basic level in order to create simple documents, which will be used to cover the evidence requirements of the course.
Next steps
On successful completion of this course you can progress onto the Excel for Improvers, the Nationally Accredited Qualification such as the new Essential Digital Skills Qualification or many of our other Digital Skills courses and workshops.
Additional transferable skills:
Self Confidence, Independent Thinking Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Communication Skills
Contact us
Centre: Workington Adult Learning
Contact number: 01900 706023
Email address: workingtonadultlearning@cumberland.gov.uk