Discover how to build websites with WordPress. Learn from experts to optimise content, enhance design and build innovative sites effectively, for bloggers and web developers alike.
1 day course 10am - 5pm Live Online or Classroom-based
What you will learn
- Exploring WordPress as a platform.
- How to design and build effective web presences.
- Understanding techniques to create engaging and informative websites.
- How to add a CMS system for website use.
- Exploring techniques to ensure website performance is to a high standard.
- How to create WordPress websites.
- Understanding key techniques to create brand awareness and expand your online presence effectively.
This WordPress Introduction course includes
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Authorised Certificate
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Lifetime support after your course
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Course materials
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Live Instructor-led training
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Refreshments all day
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Latest Mac or PC ready to go
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Authorised Trainers
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Hands-on exercises
Book this course
We offer WordPress Introduction 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.
Request datesCourse Outline for WordPress Introduction
Getting Started with WordPress
- Understanding the WordPress ecosystem and its role in modern web development
- Navigating the WordPress dashboard and familiarising yourself with key features
- Setting up your first WordPress site: installation options and best practices
- Exploring the differences between WordPress.com and WordPress.org
Creating Engaging Content
- Mastering the distinction between posts and pages
- Crafting compelling blog posts and static pages
- Optimising content with categories and tags for improved organisation and SEO
- Using the Gutenberg block editor for dynamic layouts
- Incorporating multimedia: images, videos, and galleries using the Media Library
Customising Your WordPress Site
- Selecting and installing themes that align with your brand identity
- Exploring the WordPress Theme Directory and premium theme marketplaces
- Using the Customiser to make real-time design adjustments
- Implementing widgets and sidebars to enhance site functionality
- Introduction to child themes for safe customisation
Essential WordPress Settings and Configuration
- Configuring general settings for optimal site performance
- Optimising permalinks for SEO-friendly URLs
- Managing discussion settings to encourage user engagement
- Implementing privacy settings to ensure GDPR compliance
- Customising reading and writing settings for improved user experience
Extending WordPress Functionality with Plugins
- Understanding the role of plugins in enhancing WordPress capabilities
- Exploring essential plugins for security, SEO and performance optimisation
- Installing and managing plugins from the WordPress repository
- Best practices for plugin selection and maintenance
- Introduction to popular page builders for advanced layout control
WordPress Security and Maintenance
- Implementing best practices for WordPress security
- Setting up automated backups and restoration procedures
- Managing WordPress updates: core, themes, and plugins
- Monitoring site health and performance using built-in tools
- Troubleshooting common WordPress issues
SEO and Performance Optimisation
- Implementing on-page SEO best practices for WordPress content
- Using SEO plugins to streamline optimisation efforts
- Optimising images and media for faster load times
- Implementing caching solutions for improved site speed
- Integrating Google Analytics for tracking site performance and user behaviour
Building an Effective Content Strategy
- Developing a content calendar for consistent publishing
- Crafting user-centric content that engages your target audience
- Implementing internal linking strategies for improved site structure
- Using WordPress features for content repurposing and syndication
- Analysing content performance and adjusting strategies accordingly
FAQs about the WordPress Introduction course
Is this WordPress Introduction course suitable for me?
This course is designed for people who are new to WordPress or have been using WordPress for a while but have never had formal training or who would like to learn best practice in WordPress. 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 WordPress Introduction course?
Our WordPress Introduction course is extremely interactive. You will be using WordPress 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 WordPress Introduction course?
For private classes in WordPress Introduction, 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 WordPress Introduction 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 WordPress Introduction course?
We offer ongoing support to our WordPress Introduction 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 WordPress Introduction course?
Yes, you'll receive a certificate of completion from Transmedia, demonstrating your knowledge and attendance on our WordPress Introduction course. Our certificates note our Authorised Training Centre status.
WordPress Introduction — 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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