This course in Microsoft PowerPoint aims to provide users with a solid foundation of the essential skills needed to plan, create, design and deliver professional and effective presentations.
Although this is a beginners level course it is suitable for a wide range of participants including beginners, those transitioning from earlier versions of PowerPoint, self-taught users who are looking to fill in knowledge gaps and those looking to either return to the workforce or those exploring new employment opportunities.
It is expected that participants will be familiar with using the basic functions of a computer such as navigating the Windows environment, navigating the internet, operating a mouse and keyboard, navigating folders and copying and pasting objects. Additionally, some familiarity with Microsoft Word would be beneficial. If you don't already have these skills taking a course in Computer Basics first would be recommended.
Training is delivered as instructor-led computer-based training in a computer lab to individuals or small groups. Participants will have dedicated access to a modern computer with a large monitor and access to various assistive technologies such as sit stand desks, microdesks and a range of input devices to ensure comfort. Course materials are based on real world examples in a New Zealand context
On completion of this training participants should be able to:
Go beyond the basics of PowerPoint in this course where the knowledge and skills acquired will provide you with the essential skills needed to create and present polished professional business presentations. Learn to use some of the more advanced features of Powerpoint such as templates, masters and media elements to create presentations that will hold your audiences attention.
Suitable for people already using Microsoft PowerPoint who want to learn some of the more advanced functionality of this application to create original and polished presentations.
It is expected that participants will be familiar with using the basic functions of a computer such as navigating the Windows environment, navigating the internet, operating a mouse and keyboard, navigating folders and copying and pasting objects. Additionally, some familiarity with Microsoft Word would be beneficial. If you don't already have these skills taking a course in Computer Basics first would be recommended.
Training is delivered as instructor-led computer-based training in a computer lab to individuals or small groups. Participants will have dedicated access to a modern computer with a large monitor and access to various assistive technologies such as sit stand desks, microdesks and a range of input devices to ensure comfort. Course materials are based on real world examples in a New Zealand context
On completion of this training participants should be able to: