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Improve your MS Word skills with advanced techniques. Learn from experts to optimise document creation, enhance formatting and master word processing efficiently and effectively.

1 day course     10am - 5pm     Live Online or Classroom-based

What you will learn

  • Understanding advanced formatting and style management, enabling you to create consistent, professional documents that adhere to complex branding guidelines.
  • How to use section breaks, headers and footers, empowering you to structure lengthy documents with clarity and navigational ease.
  • Exploring the creation and automation of tables of contents, indexes and cross-references, helping you streamline navigation and enhance document usability.
  • How to work with mail merge and advanced fields, enabling you to personalise bulk communications and automate repetitive document tasks.
  • Understanding document protection and collaboration tools, helping you manage permissions, track changes and work securely with colleagues on shared files.
  • How to use templates, building blocks and macros, empowering you to save time and standardise document creation across your organisation.
  • Exploring advanced graphics, charts and SmartArt integration, enabling you to present information visually and make your documents more engaging.
  • How to apply advanced Word skills in your professional role, helping you deliver complex, high-quality documents efficiently and stand out in your field.

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This Word Advanced course includes

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We offer Word Advanced as a private course.

You can select a date which suits you or your team.

The course content can be fully customised to your exact learning requirements.

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Course Outline for Word Advanced

Mastering Document Structure

  • Implementing section breaks for flexible formatting
  • Creating unique headers and footers for different sections
  • Adjusting page orientation and margins within specific sections
  • Inserting and customising watermarks for professionalism

Elevating Document Design with Styles

  • Applying and modifying paragraph and character styles for consistency
  • Creating custom styles to match brand guidelines
  • Utilising style sets for quick document formatting

Navigating Long Documents

  • Generating and customising Tables of Contents
  • Creating and updating Indexes for easy reference
  • Implementing Outline view for document structuring
  • Developing Master Documents for large projects
  • Inserting Bookmarks, Hyperlinks, Footnotes, and Endnotes

Enhancing Efficiency with Smart Features

  • Creating and utilising Quick Parts for frequent content
  • Leveraging AutoText and AutoCorrect for consistency and speed
  • Exploring AI-powered assistance for writing and editing

Designing Interactive Forms

  • Creating forms for online and print use
  • Implementing various form fields (eg. check boxes, drop-down lists)
  • Converting and analysing form data efficiently

Securing and Collaborating on Documents

  • Setting editing restrictions and access controls
  • Implementing digital signatures for document authenticity
  • Utilising co-authoring features for team collaboration
  • Tracking and managing document changes effectively

Optimising Documents for Accessibility

  • Implementing best practices for inclusive document creation
  • Utilising the Accessibility Checker for compliance
  • Creating alt text for images and complex content

Leveraging Advanced Editing and Review Tools

  • Mastering the Editor pane for comprehensive document improvement
  • Utilising Compare and Combine features for document versions
  • Implementing comments and tracked changes for effective feedback

Customising Word for Peak Productivity

  • Creating macros for repetitive tasks
  • Personalising the Quick Access Toolbar and ribbon
  • Setting up AutoCorrect for frequent typos and text expansions
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FAQs about the Word Advanced course

Is this Word Advanced course suitable for me?

This course is designed for people who have experience in Word or have already attended one of our Word training courses or who would like to further their knowledge of best practice in the use of Word. If you are have any questions about whether the course could meet your needs, please speak to our customer service team, who will be delighted to advise you.

How is the content taught throughout the Word Advanced course?

Our Word Advanced course is extremely interactive. You will be using Word throughout the day, working through examples and live projects under the guidance of our trainer, who will be supporting you through each step.

What is the recommended number of people for the class when I attend the Word Advanced course?

For private classes in Word Advanced, we recommend a maximum of 8 to 10 people from the same company in the class. Please ask our customer service team to help you find the right balance of people per class and the number of days training you need.

Should I attend the Word Advanced course in person or live online?

For in-person courses at our London training centre, you will receive a warm personal welcome, your choice of the latest Mac or PC and morning and afternoon refreshments. If you prefer to attend remotely, rest assured that you will be taught live by the same experts that deliver our in-person courses, covering the same training content, using the same exercises and materials. A second monitor is recommended but not essential.

What support is available after I attend the Word Advanced course?

We offer ongoing support to our Word Advanced course attendees through email and by arrangement, phone calls. You are welcome to ask any questions on topics covered during training. Our trainer will always do their best to explain principles and help you with any issues you encounter.

Will I receive a certificate upon completion of my Word Advanced course?

Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our Word Advanced course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.

Word Advanced — Team and Bespoke Training

Booking a private training session allows you to focus on your exact needs on dates that work best for you or your team.

  • Sessions can be run online or in person, on your site or at our London training centre.
  • We manage training for many of the UK’s largest companies, taking care of all the admin, working with you to ensure the perfect course.
  • Our expert trainers will first understand your requirements and then tailor each session to your exact specification.
  • We offer a free consultation service to work out every detail of your course.

Prices for bespoke sessions with our expert trainers start at £595 + VAT, depending on the course and number of people.
Costs include all preparation time to customise the course to your exact requirements.

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