Key Facts

  • Starting
    17 Sep 2026
    Location
    Tooting
    Start Time
    10:00
    End Time
    12:00
    Duration
    5 Weeks
    Study Mode
    Part Time Day
    Days
    Thursday
    Start Date
    17 Sep 2026
    Level
    Short Course
    Code
    TICX071CL

    Fees

    19+ Fee
    £ 10

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Essential Digital Skills - Excel For Beginners

Essential Digital Skills - Excel For Beginners

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This course provides a supportive environment for people who have no or very little experience of Microsoft Excel. The course is also suitable for people who have some experience of Excel but lack confidence. This course will teach you the fundamentals.

Your tutor will provide a mini-booklet with explanations and exercises for you to complete in class and take away. There will be a blend of computer-based exercises, theory, discussions, group and pair work. You are invited to ask questions at any time.

You can also enrol unto our online self study courses at the same time: ONLINE STUDY ANYTIME ANYWHERE WCRX321FC Excel Intermediate
WCRX331FC Word, Create Professional Documents
*WCRX310FC Project Management

  • Introductory Course Info HE


    This course introduces you to the core features of Microsoft Excel. You'll learn how to enter data, format spreadsheets, use simple formulas and create clear, professional documents for work or personal use.

  • Entry Requirements


    You will need some basic experience of using a computer, for example creating and saving files. You will also need a willingness to have a go at some simple maths. No previous Excel experience required.

  • Course Content


    • By the end of the course you'll be able to:
    • Explain the key features of Excel
    • Navigate your way around Excel
    • Use key terms e.g. ribbon, row, column, cell
    • Use correct data formats e.g. number, text, date, currency
    • Make clear and readable spreadsheets
    • Use formulae to add, subtract, multiply and divide
    • Solve practical problems with spreadsheets
    • Make simple charts

  • Progression Next Steps


    After completing this course, you may progress to ONLINE- STUDY ANYTIME ANYWHERE WCRX321FC Excel Intermediate
    WCRX331FC Word, Create Professional Documents
    *WCRX310FC Project Management

  • Additional Information


    You will need to set-up MFA (Multi Factor Authentication ) to use the College computers. Please bring your mobile phone to class to support the process.

  • Course Structure


    This course provides a supportive environment for people who have no or very little experience of Microsoft Excel. The course is also suitable for people who have some experience of Excel but lack confidence. This course will teach you the fundamentals.

    Your tutor will provide a mini-booklet with explanations and exercises for you to complete in class and take away. There will be a blend of computer-based exercises, theory, discussions, group and pair work. You are invited to ask questions at any time.

    You can also enrol unto our online self study courses at the same time: ONLINE, STUDY ANYTIME ANYWHERE WCRX321FC Excel Intermediate
    WCRX331FC Word, Create Professional Documents
    *WCRX310FC Project Management

  • Assessment Details


    Assessment is informal and based on practical tasks completed during the course.

  • Teaching and Learning


    Learning is hands on, supportive and step‑by‑step. You'll follow live demonstrations, complete guided tasks and receive personalised help from your tutor.