ELEV-FP 008: Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) – Word Essentials

Course Overview:

Microsoft Word is the cornerstone of professional document creation, and our Word Essentials course equips participants with the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to navigate and leverage this powerful tool. In this course, participants will gain a solid understanding of the Microsoft Word environment, enabling them to independently complete tasks with confidence. By mastering the essential features of Word, participants will learn to create and edit documents for various professional purposes and situations. Document examples include polished reports, multi-column newsletters, compelling resumes, and effective business correspondence.

Course Modules:

Module One: Create And Manage Documents

• Create documents from scratch or templates
• Open PDFs in Word for editing
• Insert text from external sources
• Navigate through documents efficiently
• Format documents and customize views
• Manage document properties and inspect for hidden elements

Module Two: Format Text, Paragraphs, And Sections

• Insert, format, and manipulate text and paragraphs
• Apply font formatting and styles
• Manage line and paragraph spacing
• Clear formatting and highlight text
• Work with multiple columns and page setups

Module Three: Create Tables And Lists

• Create, format, and modify tables
• Sort and configure table data
• Merge, split, and resize cells
• Create and modify lists with numbering or bullets

Module Four: Create And Manage References

• Create and manage reference markers
• Insert footnotes, endnotes, and citations
• Generate and update tables of contents
• Insert cover pages

Module Five: Insert And Format Graphic Elements

• Insert and format shapes, pictures, and text boxes
• Apply artistic and picture effects
• Format objects and images
• Wrap text around objects and position them
• Enhance documents with SmartArt graphics

The Word Essentials course provides the foundational skills needed to navigate and create professional documents in Microsoft Word. Participants will gain the confidence to tackle various document tasks, from basic formatting to the inclusion of graphic elements and references. By the end of this course, participants will have the essential skills to produce documents that are polished, engaging, and effective for their intended professional purposes.