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MS Excel & Google Sheets – Beginner

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Course Overview

This 3-hour course is designed for individuals who are new to Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets and want to build a strong foundation in spreadsheet skills. No prior experience is required!

Participants will learn the essential tools and techniques needed to confidently create, edit, format, organise, and manage spreadsheets, providing a solid foundation for further learning and more advanced data skills.

This course is taught at the Slough & Langley College campus in Langley, Berkshire, with access to industry-standard facilities and industry-experienced tutors.

Course Code

XPEMICTCL0

Course Fee
£50.00
Start Time

09:30

End Time

12:30

End Date

Mon, 23 Nov 2026

Entry Requirements

Basic command of the English Language

Course Code

XPEMICTCL0

Course Fee
£50.00
Start Time

09:30

End Time

12:30

End Date

Mon, 15 Mar 2027

Entry Requirements

Basic command of the English Language

Course information

By the end of the course, you will be able to:
★ Open and close Excel &Create a new sheet
★ Enter and edit text and numbers in cells
★ Use simple formulas (like adding and subtracting)
★ Format cells (change colour, text size, borders
★ Insert and delete rows or columns
★ Save and name your work correctly
★ Create simple charts (bar, pie, line)
★ Use AutoSum to quickly add numbers
★ Understand rows, columns and cell references
The tutor will tailor the session to meet individual learner needs, focusing on the key Excel skills they want to develop and how they intend to use them in everyday life.

3 hours

The course will be delivered face-to-face in a computer room at the college.

No written exams – just practical, supportive learning

Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a college certificate.

Once you have completed this workshop, you will be ready to progress to an intermediate or advanced MS Excel course, or another IT workshop from our programme.