INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WORD

DURATION:- 2 Days


PARTICIPANTS:- Beginners


OVERVIEW:- This course enables beginners to understand the basics of word-processing with Word in the Windows environment. They learn how to create, revise, print and store routine documents quickly and efficiently.

OBJECTIVES:- At the end of the course the delegates will be able to:

understand the Windows environment and the Word screen
use on-line help
start and finish a word-processing session
create, display and edit a simple document including cut and paste
save and print a document
format characters, paragraphs and pages
set margins, indents and tabs
apply headers, footers and page numbers
use Tables and Columns
use the Find and Replace facility
use the Spellchecker and Thesaurus
use Auto-Correct and Auto-Text for phrase storage
use Styles
use Templates
prepare a mailmerge

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections Advanced Course

MICROSOFT WORD for WORDPERFECT USERS

DURATION:- One day


PARTICIPANTS:- Users of WordPerfect who need to cross-train to Word


OVERVIEW:- This course moves swiftly through the basics of Microsoft Word, explaining the main differences between WordPerfect and Word and including tips and tricks for speeding up and customising the package to suit your company’s specific needs.

OBJECTIVES:- At the end of the course the delegates will be able to:

understand the Windows environment and the Word screen
use on-line help
start and finish a Word session
create, display and edit a document
select, move and copy text
save and print a document
format characters, paragraphs and pages
set margins, indents and tabs
apply headers, footers and page numbers
use Tables and Columns
use the Find and Replace facility
use the Spellchecker and Thesaurus
use Auto-Correct and Auto-Text for phrase storage
create and modify templates
create forms
prepare a mailmerge
enhance documents with pictures and borders
create simple macros

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections Advanced Course

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT EXCEL

DURATION:- Two days


PARTICIPANTS:- Beginners and those with some experience of other spreadsheets


OVERVIEW:- This course is designed to familiarise the beginner with the basic concepts of Excel worksheets. Delegates learn how to create, change, manipulate and print data from the worksheet.

OBJECTIVES:- At the end of the course the delegates will be able to:

understand the Windows environment and the Excel screen
initiate and end a working session
create a worksheet and save it
enter data into worksheets and control alignment
move easily and quickly around worksheets
enhance text with the use of different fonts
move and copy data
apply headers and footers
draw lines and add borders
print the worksheet
create formulas to make calculations
use the split screen
name cells and ranges
link information from one worksheet to another
manage files
use functions
protect the worksheet
create and print graphs from worksheets
create a database within the worksheet
sort, search for and retrieve specific data
create simple macros to speed up tasks within the worksheet

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections Advanced Course
Consultancy to assist with specific requirements

MICROSOFT EXCEL for MANAGERS

DURATION:- One day


PARTICIPANTS:- Managers and occasional users who wish to create their own documents, prepare draft work for others to complete, and revise documents created by others.


OVERVIEW:- This course covers selected basic features of Microsoft Excel and gives an overview of the rest of the package.

OBJECTIVES:- At the end of the course the delegates will be able to:

understand the Windows environment and the Excel screen
use on-line help
initiate and end a working session
create a worksheet and save it
enter data into worksheets and control alignment
move easily and quickly around worksheets
enhance text with the use of different fonts
move and copy data
apply headers and footers
draw lines and add borders
print the worksheet
create formulas to make calculations
understand the further capabilities of Excel

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections Intermediate Course

INTRODUCTION TO POWERPOINT

DURATION:- One Day


PARTICIPANTS:- Beginners


OVERVIEW:- This course is designed for those who want to develop presentation material including tenders, handouts and OHP’s, for output either in printed form or using a computer slide show.

OBJECTIVES:- At the end of the course the delegates will be able to:

understand PowerPoint screens and menus
create a new presentation and develop an existing presentation using Slide View and Outline View
understand and use the Masters for slides, notes and handouts
enter and format text
create and manipulate Objects
use the Drawing Tools with colour for fill, line, shade, pattern background
use the Clipart Library
create and format charts
copy to and from Microsoft Excel and Word
use the supplied Templates
print slides, notes, handouts and outlines
use the slide sorter for viewing and sorting
create a Slide Show - automatic and manual, using transitions and timings

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections Workshop

MICROSOFT WORD for WINDOWS for LEGAL FIRMS - INTRODUCTION

DURATION:- 2 days


PARTICIPANTS:- Beginners


OVERVIEW:- This course enables beginners to work comfortably within the Windows environment and to understand the basics of word-processing with Microsoft Word for Windows, with special reference to legal work.
Exercises and examples used during the course are based on typical legal documents and procedures.

OBJECTIVES:- The delegates will, at the end of the course, be able to:

Windows:
Start and finish a Windows session
Use the on-line help and find system information
Use the mouse
Work with toolbars, icons, menus, dialog boxes
Manipulate windows
Start programs and switch between them
Empty the Recycle Bin

Word:
Start and finish a word processing session
Create a simple document
Name, save and print a document
Locate, open and revise a document
Find and replace text and attributes
Delete, move and copy text
Proof-read a document and use the spelling tools
Use Auto-Correct and Auto-Text to enter frequently used words and phrases
Apply different fonts and attributes to characters
Understand and use styles and templates
Design page layout
Set tabs and indents
Apply headers, footers and page numbers
Create address labels
Apply automatic legal numbering and cross-referencing
Use existing templates for production and printing of letters, bills, attendance notes and other documents specifically required by the delegate's firm

MICROSOFT WORD for WINDOWS for LEGAL FIRMS - ADVANCED

DURATION:- 1 day


PARTICIPANTS:- Users who are already using Word for legal work and wish to expand their knowledge and use the package more effectively


OVERVIEW:- Delegates learn to use selected advanced features of Word with particular reference to their company and individual requirements.

OBJECTIVES:- The delegates will, at the end of the course, be able to:-

Use Tables, Frames, Pictures and Objects
Understand how to link embedded graphics, text and spreadsheet data
Use Footnotes, Annotation and Revision Marks for easier text referencing
Use Bookmarks and Cross-referencing within documents
Modify the Automatic Numbering Feature
Use Fields and Switches
Use different Headers and Footers within the same document
Utilise the advanced Mail Merge features
Use Calculation and Mathematical Formulas in tables
Enhance the appearance of text with Boxes and Dropped Capitals
Generate a Table of Contents and Index
Create and modify Styles and Templates
Use the Outline feature
Create and use simple Macros

FURTHER TRAINING:- Workshops to deal with specific requirements

MICROSOFT WORD for WINDOWS for LEGAL FIRMS - SUPERVISORS COURSE

DURATION:- 1 day


PARTICIPANTS:- Experienced users of Word


OVERVIEW:- This course is designed for delegates who have already attended the Creative Connections two-day MS Word for Legal Firms Introduction (or equivalent). Selected features are studied at an advanced level, and delegates learn to set up and modify default settings, create standard documents and procedures, and support other users.

OBJECTIVES:- The delegates will, at the end of the course, be able to:-

Windows:
Add shortcuts to the desktop
Maintain the filing system on disk
Set up and maintain a local backup procedure

Word:
Create and modify toolbars and menus
Assign keys
Create and modify macros
Create and modify styles and templates
Prepare documents for review
Protect documents
Set up and modify standard documents
Design forms
Set up mail shots

Optional Compile an index and table of contents
Create cross-references and footnotes
Insert borders and shading
Set up calculations in tables
Interact with other applications

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections Workshop

MICROSOFT OUTLOOK TIPS AND TRICKS

DURATION:- 1 Day


PARTICIPANTS:- Beginners or users with limited experience of Outlook


OVERVIEW:- This course covers thoroughly all the main features of Outlook and includes many tips and tricks for more effective use of this powerful office communication tool

OBJECTIVES:- At the end of the course the delegates will be able to:

E-mail:
Compose and send messages
Read, reply to and forward messages
Set options for sending and receiving messages
Include files and objects created in other applications in messages
Organise messages- using personal and shared folders
Send and receive faxes

Calendar:
Create, copy, change and delete appointments
Schedule meetings

Tasks:
Add, sort, track and delete tasks
Assign tasks

Contacts:
Manage contacts
Use the journal
Use personal address books and shared address books

Organise the Outlook bar and folder list
Use different views, create custom views
Archive folders
Print Outlook items

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections Workshop

INTRODUCTION TO MICROSOFT WINDOWS

DURATION:- 1/2 Day


PARTICIPANTS:- Beginners or users with limited experience of Windows


OVERVIEW:- This course covers the main features of the Windows operating system that the user needs to understand in order to be able to feel comfortable in this environment

OBJECTIVES:- At the end of the course the delegates will be able to:

Understand the log on procedure for Windows and the network
Manipulate the mouse
Use Help
Work with toolbars, icons, menus, dialog boxes
Size and move windows
Customise the appearance of the desktop and add shortcut icons
Start applications and switch between them
Use the Windows Explorer and My Computer to manage files:
View files and folders
Name files and folders
Move and copy files and folders
Delete files and folders
Restore files from the Recycle Bin and empty the Recycle Bin
Use the Find File feature
Check Windows printer settings
Use network drives
Work with multiple programs
I Integrate applications - copy data from one program to another
Log off and exit from Windows

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections Workshop

INTRODUCTION TO ACT!

DURATION: 1 Day


PARTICIPANTS: Beginners

OVERVIEW: Delegates learn how to use all the features of Act! and to customise the program to suit their company and individual requirements.

OBJECTIVES: The delegates will at the end of the course be able to:

Use the different Contact Views
Add Contacts
Group Contacts
Search for Contacts
Sort Contacts
Delete Contacts
Schedule Calls, Meetings, To-do's
Use the Timer
Clear Activities
Use the Calendar
Use the Task List
Use the Sales Opportunity module
Use Standard Reports

Optional: Use e-mail through Act!
Use Act! on a network
Use Act! as a remote user
Fax documents
Write a letter to a client
Prepare and execute a mailshot
Create Mailing Labels
Import data to other applications
Integrate with other applications
Use the Auto-dialler

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections ACT Supervisors Course

TRAIN THE IT TRAINER

DURATION: 2-3 Days


PARTICIPANTS: In-house trainers or delegates who wish to become IT trainers, with a good working knowledge of at least one PC package.

OVERVIEW: This course is designed to give an intensive introduction to training skills with particular application to training on Personal Computers in the office environment. It covers work with individuals and groups and uses a wide variety of training techniques.

TOPICS COVERED:

Training Admin:
Course administration
Student records
Trainer assessment

Pre-course Planning:
How people learn
Development of courses
Course materials
Lesson plans
Selecting the appropriate course for students
Training room ergonomics

The Session:
Introductions
House rules
Warm-ups
Pace & Timing
Different styles & techniques
Teaching methods
Use of Audio-visual aids
Use of course materials
Exercises
Links
Hands-on
Group work
One-to-one training
Gender differences in learning
Dealing with disabled students
Trouble-shooting
Student Evaluation

Post-course:
Certificates
Trainer's reports
Follow-up and Support
Student records
Trainer assessment

FURTHER TRAINING:- Creative Connections Workshop