Beginner Word Training: Getting Started with Word Processing
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The Beginner Word Training course at a glance
- Length
- 1 day
- Schedule
- 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Format
- Live virtual class or in person in Montreal and Quebec City
- Audience
- This course is intended for computer beginners who want to master the basics of Word, as well as intermediate users looking to further develop their skills.
- Price
- $490 per participant, or $416 for public bodies and non-profits (plus taxes)
- Language
- English
Doussou Formation and Beginner Word Training: key facts
- Since 2016Doussou Formation has been delivering professional training in Quebec
- 300+specialized courses in our catalogue
- 97 %satisfaction according to client evaluations
- RAP · CPMTAccredited supplier and recognized training organization
Upcoming Beginner Word Training sessions
Beginner Word Training course outline
Introduction to Microsoft Word Processing Software
- Opening and Exploring a Word Document
- Navigating and Becoming Familiar with the Word Interface
- Document Navigation Techniques
- Displaying Non-Printing Characters
Fundamentals of Typography and Text Entry
- Entering and Managing Text
- Organizing Paragraphs
Working with Text: Selecting, Copying, and Moving
- Techniques for Selecting and Deleting Text
- Procedures for Undoing and Redoing Actions
Saving and Creating Documents
- Methods for Saving Documents
- Creating New Files in Word
Text Formatting Basics
- Applying Quick Styles and Themes
- Techniques for Enhancing Text
- Changing Text Color, Case, Font, and Font Size
Adjusting Paragraph Indents and Alignment
- Managing Spacing and Line Spacing
- Enhancing Content with Borders and Shading
- Methods for Moving and Copying Text
Page Layout and Printing Techniques
- Using Zoom and Printing Features
- Managing Page Breaks
Inserting and Customizing Headers and Footers
- Page Numbering
Creating and Customizing Lists
- Bulleted, Numbered, and Multilevel Lists
- Managing List Styles and Hanging Indents
Additional Tools and Advanced Word Features
- Accessing and Using Word’s Built-In Help
- Inserting Different Elements into a Document
- Finding and Replacing Text and Formatting
- Using AutoCorrect
- Using the Thesaurus
- Proofing and Learning Tools
Introduction to Microsoft Copilot in Word
- Overview of Microsoft Copilot in Word
- Understanding the Role of AI in Writing
- Generating Initial Content from a Prompt
- Rewriting and Improving Text
- Changing the Tone and Level of Formality
- Summarizing a Document
- Transforming Content into a List or Table
- Reviewing AI-Generated Responses
- Privacy Best Practices
- Workshop: Creating and Improving a Short Document with Copilot
Prices and practical information
Preferred rate
$416 / participant
Public bodies and non-profits · plus taxes
Standard price
$490 / participant
Businesses and individuals · plus taxes
Practical information
- Length: 1 day
- Schedule: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Format: Live virtual class or in person in Montreal and Quebec City
- Payment: online (PayPal or card) when registering, or by invoice for organizations
Corporate Beginner Word Training training
Train your whole team as a private group, on your own documents, at your premises or in a virtual class, on the dates that suit you.
Participant reviews
97% satisfaction (end-of-course evaluations, 120 evaluations) · Read all testimonials
Why take this Beginner Word Training course
Objectives: what you will be able to do
By the end of this course, participants will be able to create, format, and print complex Word documents while effectively using the software’s advanced tools.
What is included
- Course materials and exercise files for each participant
- Certificate of attendance
- Optional personalized coaching after the course
- In public in-person sessions:
- Tea and coffee
- Lunch at a nearby restaurant
- Parking (in some cities)
- Wi-Fi access