Word - Level 1

Course Description

Word - Level 1 is an introductory, instructor-led Microsoft course designed for individuals early in their careers, including receptionists, clerks, and support professionals who prepare correspondence and internal documents. This course is ideal for learners looking to build their confidence in creating, editing, formatting, and printing professional documents. It focuses on introductory Microsoft Word skills that are essential in today’s workplace. This practical course covers:

• Getting started with Word
• Formatting text and paragraphs
• Working more efficiently
• Enhancing lists
• Creating and formatting tables
• Adding graphics
• Controlling page appearance
• Proofing and improving documents

Through live instruction and hands-on practice, participants will gain introductory word processing skills that boost Microsoft Office proficiency, supporting their career development and professionalism.

Participant Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Get started with Word
• Format text and paragraphs
• Work more efficiently using repetitive edits, formatting and styles
• Manage lists, and adding tables and graphics
• Prepare to publish a document

Course Content

Lesson 1: Getting Started with Word

• Navigate Word: Learn your way around the interface and tools.
• Create & Save Documents: Start new documents and save your work.
• Manage Your Workspace: Customize the environment to suit how you work.
• Edit Documents: Add, delete, and modify text efficiently.
• Preview & Print: Check your work and print documents easily.
• Customize Word: Adjust settings and options to fit your workflow.

Lesson 2: Formatting Text & Paragraphs

• Format Characters: Change font style, size, and color.
• Adjust Paragraph Layout: Control spacing, indentation, and alignment.
• Use Tabs: Align text neatly for lists and tables.
• Create Lists: Make bulleted or numbered lists for clarity.
• Apply Borders & Shading: Highlight important sections of your document.

Lesson 3: Working More Efficiently

• Make Repetitive Edits: Save time on frequent changes.
• Apply Repetitive Formatting: Keep your document consistent.
• Use Styles: Streamline formatting across your document.

Lesson 4: Managing Lists

• Sort Lists: Arrange information alphabetically or numerically.
• Format Lists: Customize bullets, numbers, and list style.

Lesson 5: Adding Tables

• Insert Tables: Organize information clearly.
• Modify Tables: Add, delete, or adjust rows and columns.
• Format Tables: Make them easy to read and professional-looking.
• Convert Text to Tables: Quickly turn lists into structured tables.

Lesson 6: Inserting Graphics

• Insert Symbols & Special Characters: Add unique text elements.
• Add Images: Include pictures to enhance your document.

Lesson 7: Controlling Page Appearance

• Add Borders & Page Color: Make pages visually appealing.
• Add Headers & Footers: Include titles, page numbers, or dates.
• Adjust Page Layout: Control margins, orientation, and spacing.
• Add Watermarks: Include branding or confidential labels.

Lesson 8: Preparing to Publish a Document

• Check Spelling, Grammar, & Readability: Make your document error-free.
• Use Research Tools: Verify information and definitions.
• Check Accessibility: Ensure everyone can read your document.
• Save in Other Formats: Share documents in multiple formats like PDF or Word 97–2003.