Word for Improvers (BAR26T004)
Curriculum area: Digital Skills
- Start date: Wednesday, 30 September 2026
- End date: Wednesday, 14 October 2026
- Number of weeks: 3
- Time: 13:00 - 15:00
- Delivery type: In-person
- Venue: Barrow Library, Ramsden Square, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. LA14 1LL
- Tutor: Tracey Schofield
- Free Course
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About the course
This course is ideal for you if you already have some experience with Word and want to know more. For example, more advanced formatting, embedding images and shapes to give your documents more impact. Plus how to set up a business document and use mail merge.
How the course will 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. 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
Learners should be able to use a PC, be familiar with the use of a mouse & keyboard and should already be able to use Word at a basic level in order to create simple documents. Ideally completed Beginners Word course.
Next steps
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.
Additional transferable skills:
Self Confidence, Independent Thinking Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Communication Skills
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Contact us
Centre: Barrow Adult Learning
Contact number: 01229 407630
Email address: barrowadultlearning@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk