Introduction to Microsoft Office (BAR25T026)

Digital Skills

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Mode of attendance: In-person

Start date: Wednesday, 1 July 2026

End date: Wednesday, 15 July 2026

Number of weeks: 3

Time: 09:30 - 12:00

Tutor: Tracey Schofield

Venue: Barrow Library
Venue address: Ramsden Square, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. LA14 1LL

Free Course

About the course:

This course is ideal for those who are interested in gaining basic knowledge on how to use Microsoft Office. By the end of this course you will be able to create, edit, save and print a Microsoft Office Word Document, Excel Spreadsheet, PowerPoint Presentation and a Publisher document

How will the course be delivered?

You will work directly with your tutor as part of a small group covering the course aims. Your tutor will feed back to you throughout each session on your progress. You will also have homework tasks to complete between each session and you will receive feedback on the work submitted.

What do I need to bring?

A Notebook and pen and glasses if you need them. You could also bring a memory stick (USB/flash drive) to save your work to if you like

What are the entry requirements?

This course is designed for students who have basic computer knowledge and would like to gain confidence. Learners should already have some knowledge of using a PC, ideally already completed an Introduction to IT course.

What can I do next?

On successful completion of this course you can progress onto a Nationally Accredited Qualification such as the new Essential Digital Skills Qualification or many of our other Digital Skills courses and workshops.

How well am I doing?

Your Tutor will provide you with regular feedback verbally in lessons and recorded in your Individual Progress Record (IPR) from reviews.

Additional transferable skills:

Self Confidence, Independent Thinking Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Communication Skills

Enquiries

Centre: Barrow Adult Learning
Contact number: 01229 407630
Email address: barrowadultlearning@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk