CREATING PROFESSIONAL DOCUMENTS (DESKTOP PUBLISHING, SPREADSHEETS AND POWERPOINT)

Desktop Publishing – create a variety of publications to advertise small business or voluntary organisation – flyers, posters, business cards and brochures.

Presentations – create electronic presentations with slides to describe the goods or services of your business or outline the role and functions of the voluntary organisation.

Spreadsheets – learn how to create a spreadsheet for petty cash, budgeting or incomings and outgoings. Edit and format a spreadsheet, apply a range of formulas and functions to calculate answers.

How you will gain the qualification

Progression will be monitored using an Individual Learning Plan. Learners will have regular opportunities to review their progress and plan their next steps. Learners will compile a portfolio of evidence using print outs developed during class time. The tutor will observe some of your computer skills. The course is externally moderated and leads to Agored Cymru units at level one and level two.

What qualifications you need

It is recommended that an introductory or beginners IT course has been completed or experience using a computer, keyboard and mouse.

Where to next

Progress to Level 2 Spreadsheets, PowerPoint and Desktop Publishing.