Microsoft Word Level 1 Training - Saskatoon, SK
This beginner-friendly session is designed for anyone who wants to improve their efficiency and confidence in Microsoft Word. Participants will learn to navigate the Word interface, format text and layouts, use productivity tools like Find and Replace and Styles, and enhance documents with tables, images, and design elements. By the end of the course, attendees will be able to create documents that look professional and are easy to read, share, and edit.
Why take this course?
- Learn essential Word skills that save time and reduce frustration
- Build confidence in creating clean, professional-looking documents
- Gain tips and shortcuts to boost productivity at work
- Understand how to format and design for clarity and consistency
Course Objectives
- Navigate and perform common tasks in Word (open, view, edit, save, print, and configure the application)
- Format text and paragraphs for a clean, professional look
- Use tools like Find and Replace, Format Painter, and Styles to work efficiently
- Create and format lists and tables to organize content
- Insert and adjust graphics, symbols, and illustrations
- Apply page formatting such as borders, colors, watermarks, headers, and footers
- Check for spelling, grammar, readability, and accessibility issues
Location:
Morris Interactive Learning Centre (located on the second floor of the Supreme Steel building)
Note: Lunch is included with your registration. We partner with Cubbi to provide individually packed lunch options for all participants.
Course Content:
Lesson 1: Getting Started with Word 2021-2024
Topic A: Navigate in Microsoft Word
Topic B: Create and Save Word Documents
Topic C: Manage Your Workspace
Topic D: Edit Documents
Topic E: Preview and Print Documents
Topic F: Customize the Word Environment
Lesson 2: Formatting Text and Paragraphs
Topic A: Apply Character Formatting
Topic B: Control Paragraph Layout
Topic C: Align Text Using Tabs
Topic D: Display Text in Bulleted or Numbered Lists
Topic E: Apply Borders and Shading
Lesson 3: Working More Efficiently
Topic A: Make Repetitive Edits
Topic B: Apply Repetitive Formatting
Topic C: Use Styles to Streamline Repetitive Formatting Tasks
Lesson 4: Managing Lists
Topic A: Sort a List
Topic B: Format a List
Lesson 5: Adding Tables
Topic A: Insert a Table
Topic B: Modify a Table
Topic C: Format a Table
Topic D: Convert Text to a Table
Lesson 6: Inserting Graphic Objects
Topic A: Insert Symbols and Special Characters
Topic B: Add Images to a Document
Lesson 7: Controlling Page Appearance
Topic A: Apply a Page Border and Colour
Topic B: Add Headers and Footers
Topic C: Control Page Layout
Topic D: Add a Watermark
Lesson 8: Preparing to Publish a Document
Topic A: Check Spelling, Grammar, and Readability
Topic B: Use Research Tools
Topic C: Check Accessibility
Topic D: Save a Document to Other Formats
*Please note No Laptop Required. A laptop with the required system pre-installed will be provided for you.
Who Is This For?
This training is for anyone who wants to increase their Microsoft Word skills.
Note: We are currently in the process of making our Learning Centre wheelchair-accessible. To help us prepare for your attendance, please contact us regarding mobility needs before registering. Email us at info@morrisinteractive.ca or call (866) 955-3006.
Frequently asked questions
Where will the workshop be taking place?
At the Morris Interactive Learning Centre (located on the second floor of the Supreme Steel building).
Map Links: Google Maps Link / Apple Maps Link
Will lunch be served?
Yes. Lunch is included with your registration.
Do we have to pay for parking?
No, the Morris Interactive Learning Centre (located on the second floor of the Supreme Steel building) has free parking.
What do I need to bring?
You don’t need to bring anything. A laptop with the required system pre-installed will be provided for you.
If I don’t attend, will I get a refund?
To offer a more streamlined experience for all participants, we do not offer refunds.
Can I bring a friend or colleague with me?
Of course! As long as they have been registered at least 1 week prior and paid for their seat (unless the workshop is at capacity).
Can I pay for my seat after attending the training?
Sorry, your seat is only confirmed once payment has been received.
Can I pay by cheque or invoice?
To offer a more streamlined experience, as of April 1, 2025, we are only accepting credit card payments for our conferences. Contact us for more information.
Is the Morris Interactive Learning Centre wheelchair accessible?
At this time, the Morris Interactive Learning Centre is not wheelchair accessible. We sincerely apologize for this limitation and want to make sure all attendees are informed in advance.
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