Microsoft Office Word Essentials

- MICT SETA: ACC/2012/07/748, US117924, NQF2, Credits: 5 (Accredited option applies at an additional fee)
- This is an authorised Microsoft Official Course (MOC), a preparation course for MOS: Microsoft Office Word 77-725 certification exam.
Features & Benefits
- This is an authorised Microsoft Official Course (MOC), a preparation course for MOS: Microsoft Office Word 77-725 certification exam.
- This course is accredited with MICT SETA upon successful completion of your Portfolio of Evidence (PoE) for Unit Standard 117924.
- Learnfast offers accredited courses for clients who choose the credit-bearing option. An additional fee is payable for accredited courses & exam vouchers.
- Get 12 months access to your course via our myWay Learning Platform that includes video lectures, extra resources, questionnaires and much more.
- Take full advantage of our new Hybrid Learning by attending on campus or virtually. Have all your classes ready to be downloaded and watched, anytime, anywhere. (Read More)
- Attendees will learn practical skills which can be applied in the work environment.
- Complete all three levels of Word training and prepare to write the internationally recognized Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) examination.
Outcomes & Objectives
Upon completion of this course and successful assessment, learners will have acquired these skills
- Identify the components of the Microsoft Word interface
- Create a word document
- Use the help system in Microsoft Word.
- Navigate and select text
- Modify text
- Find and replace text
- Format text and paragraphs
- Apply character formatting
- Using tabs
- Working with lists
- Working with section breaks
- Apply borders and shading
- Understanding styles
- Automatic fields
- Work with multiple documents
- Using templates
- Inserting graphic objects
- Create text boxes and pull quotes
- Controlling page appearance
- Adding Headers and footers
- Insert Footnotes and endnotes
- Proofing a document
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Pricing & Payment Options
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Duration
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1 Day (08:30 – 16:00) Classes are presented via our Hybrid Learning allowing learners the flexibility to attend on campus or in the comfort of their home or workplace.
Online , Mentored Learning (Learn More)-
12 Months Self-paced, access anytime, anywhere via our myWay Learning Platform
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Course Prerequisites
It is assumed that the learner:
- understands the basics of using a Windows-based computer
- Is comfortable using the keyboard, mouse, and Start menu
- have an understanding and experience with printing and using a web browser is an asset, but not required
- is competent in Mathematical literacy and communication skills at least at NQF level 1
- is competent in ID 117902: Use generic functions in a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-environment, NQF level 1
- is competent in ID 116938: Use a Graphical User Interface (GUI)-based word processor to create and edit documents, NQF level 1
- no previous experience with other versions of Microsoft Word is necessary
Our
Delivery Methods
Our innovative "myWay” learning methodology is built around the students individual learning requirement, allowing each student to learn in a style that is most suitable for their skills set, knowledge and schedule.

Instructor-Led Classes
Reach your full potential through our “myWay Instructor-Led” classes combined with interactive lessons, supporting video content, practical assignments and in field experience, done during the traditional 08:00 – 16:00 working day.

Online Mentored Learning
Do a course at your pace via our “myWay Online Mentored Learning”, combining self-study with supported interactive online video lectures, an online course mentor, extra resources, questionnaires and more, all supported via out Online Student Portal.

Part Time Mentored Learning
Designed for the working professional, our part time programmes provides you with the flexibility and benefit of our myWay Blended Learning with at home exercises/assignments and mentored or in-class lectures at a manageable schedule and pace.
Our Hybrid Delivery Methods
Our Hybrid Delivery Methods
myWay Hybrid Learning is a technology mediated delivery method that extends the benefit of flexibility and technology to all students. Each Hybrid delivery method is described in the section below.

#AnywhereAnytime
Have all your classes ready to be downloaded and watched, anytime, anywhere.

#NoStudentLeftBehind
Never miss a classs because of health, traffic, or transport issues.

#Flexibility
A personalized class schedule, attend class on campus, virtually or both.
In Class or Virtual Class Based Learning
A technology mediated delivery method allowing campus based class or virtual class attendance, or a combination of both. Classes can be in the form of lecture based or mentored based.
Mentored Online Learning
A technology mediated, self paced online delivery method with personal mentorship.
What you get
On completion the learner will earn:
- Certificate of Completion from Microsoft
- Certificate of Competency from MICT SETA upon successful completion of the PoE process (moderated and found competent) for clients who specifically selected & paid for the accredited option.
Note: All certificates are electronically issued.
Student Testimonials
"Really feel like I have come out of this course, even though only a day, with my eyes wide open. PowerPoint always seemed so daunting, Vicky made it approachable and shared knowledge that I will definitely use moving forward"
Kerri-Ann Michael, Microsoft PowerPoint Advanced"Learnfast Offers easy Material to work with. It is a one day course but we covered a lot. Vickie was friendly."
Regina Malubane, Microsoft Excel Intermediate“Very welcoming and accommodating during training and lunch to all trainees. Exactly what is needed through the day”
Reshma Maken, Microsoft Excel Intermediate and Advanced"Very insightful and informative. Great learning experience and knowledgeable lecturer."
Portia Mekgoe, Microsoft PowerPoint Advanced"Course was definitely worth my while and exceeded my expectations"
Nicole Jacobs, Microsoft Excel IntermediateImportant Notes
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Learners to arrive at the training venue from 08:00 in preparation for 08:30 starting time
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Bookings are only confirmed upon receipt of the proof of payment or an official company purchase order.
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For full day, on campus courses, Learnfast will supply you with a computer to use for training (if applicable),& tea/coffee and a full lunch. Catering is not included for On-Site training and laptops are available for hire at an additional cost if required.
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Cancellation or rescheduling requests must be in writing and reach us via email at least 5-10 working days prior to the course commencement date. Full course fees will be retained for no shows.
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Virtual learners are required to have a stable internet connection & a working headset available for sound purposes.
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Learners who use their own laptops are fully responsible to ensure that administration rights, software installations, etc. are working sufficiently prior to training.
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Learnfast reserves the right to cancel or postpone dates if we require to do so and undertake to inform clients in writing and telephonically of these changes.
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Learnfast is not responsible for costs associated with cancellation of classes such as flight and accommodation for clients.
Module 1: Getting Started with Word
In this lesson, you will learn to identify the components of the Word interface, create a basic document, use the help system in Microsoft Word.
- Identify the components of the word interface
- Create a word document
- Using the help system
Module 2: Editing a Document
In this lesson learners will find quick ways to navigate around document, select and modify text using variety of different features.
- Navigate and select text
- Modify text
- Find and replace text
Module 3: Formatting Text and Paragraphs
In this section learners will learn how to use character formatting using tabs, controlling paragraph layout, borders and shading and using styles.
- Apply character formatting
- Align text using tabs
- Display text as list items
- Managing lists
- Control paragraph layout
- Insert section breaks
- Apply borders and shading to text
- Apply styles to text
- Insert automatic fields
- Manage formatting
Module 4: Work with Multiple Documents
In this lesson learners will learn how to open and arrange multiple documents. They will also learn how to move text between documents
- Open and arrange multiple documents
- Manipulating text between active documents
Module 5: Use and Create Templates
In this lesson learners will able to create and use templates in MS Word.
- Create a document using a template
- Create and modify a template
Module 6: Inserting Graphic Objects
In this lesson learners will learn how to insert symbols and special characters. Learners will also explore inserting illustrations into Word documents.
- Insert symbols and special characters
- Add images to a document
- Create text boxes and pull quotes
Module 7: Controlling Page Appearance
In this lesson learners will learn how to edit the page appearance by inserting page borders, watermarks, headers and footers, footnotes and section breaks. Learners will also control the page layout by changing the page size, orientation and adding page breaks.
- Apply a Page Border and Color
- Add a Watermark
- Add Headers and Footers
- Control Page Layout
- Insert footnotes and endnotes
Module 8: Proofing a Document
This lesson covers using spell check and proofing tools.
- Check Spelling and Grammar
- Other Proofing Tools
- Check Accessibility
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