MS Word Today – Practical Skills for Modern Administration (WORD1)

Microsoft Office, Word

This hands-on MS Word course teaches practical techniques to tame messy text and unwanted formatting, offering tips and tools to speed document work without frustration. You will learn consistent formatting, styles, tables and images and automation.

During the workshop you'll practice templates and styles, automate repetitive tasks with building blocks and Quick Parts, create personalized documents using mail merge, and collaborate in real time via OneDrive. Emphasis on mail merge, real-time collaboration, building blocks and printing.

THIS TRAINING COURSE WILL HELP YOU:

  • Create consistently formatted documents
  • Use tools to automate text processing
  • Generate personalized output with mail merge
  • Collaborate with colleagues on document edits

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

  • Daily users of word processors struggling with formatting
  • Administrative staff and assistants
  • Legal professionals and teachers
  • Anyone preparing or editing documentation

COURSE LOCATION AND AVAILABLE DATES



Choose whether to attend in person in our classroom or join online. You can select your preferred format during registration. Learn more about hybrid training.
Brno + online (optional)
Praha + online (optional)
Need this course in English?

Public courses are usually delivered in Czech, but this course is also available in English. We can arrange private training for your team online, at your premises or in our classrooms, and tailor the content to your needs.

For groups of around 4 or more participants, private training can already be comparable in price to booking individual places on a public course. Send us your requirements and we’ll recommend the best format and provide an exact quote.

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Course content:

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  • Application environment and customization
    1. Recommendations for app settings and options
    2. Customize the Quick Access Toolbar
  • Basic rules and tips for working with text
    1. Tips for easy text handling
    2. Useful keyboard shortcuts
    3. Direct formatting of text and paragraphs
    4. AutoCorrect and custom settings
  • Advanced formatting
    1. Use heading and paragraph styles for a consistent look
    2. Maintain text flow in multi-page documents
    3. Use tables to arrange text and graphics on a page
  • Document processing automation
    1. Use Quick Parts, document properties and AutoText
    2. Create and use custom building blocks
    3. Share documents and collaborate in real time via OneDrive
  • Mail merge
    1. What it is, its benefits and how it works
    2. Merge fields and document personalization
    3. Generate documents for print or email
  • Page layout and printing
    1. Page setup and print options
    2. Insert table of contents and other advanced fields
    3. Print and export the document
Prerequisites:
Basic computer skills.
Recommended follow-up course:
Templates in MS Word – automation and user-friendly design within reach (WORD2)
Schedule:
1 day (9:00-17:00)
Price per person:
63.60 € ( 76.96 € incl. 21% VAT)

Training and learning environment

Microsoft Word interface with Quick Tables menu open and custom table templates inserted.
Is it possible to create custom table templates in Microsoft Word?Yes, this demonstration illustrates the ability to save custom-defined table formats to the Quick Tables menu for immediate recurring use in documents.
Useful keyboard shortcuts for MS Word and their meaning
Which keyboard shortcuts will speed up your work in Microsoft Word?Using the right shortcuts significantly speeds up text editing and formatting. The clear table lists shortcuts for inserting non-breaking spaces, quick paragraph selection, or updating fields.
Microsoft Word interface displaying a gallery of custom cover pages and building blocks.
How to effectively use custom building blocks and templates in Microsoft Word?Our training will teach you how to create and manage your own gallery of building blocks in Microsoft Word for quickly inserting recurring elements like custom cover pages or headers. This significantly speeds up document creation and unifies their appearance according to corporate identity.
IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
What does the environment for in-person IT courses look like?We hold training courses in our own classrooms equipped with modern computer equipment for each participant and a large projection screen. Each workstation is fitted with a powerful computer for seamless practical exercises, and the environment supports a calm, friendly atmosphere during training.
IT classroom with desks, computer monitors, and a projection screen at the front.
Do I need to bring my own laptop to the classroom IT course?Our training rooms are fully equipped, so you do not need to bring your own laptop. A modern computer with all necessary hardware and software is ready for you at your workstation.
Sample ICT Pro certificate of successful completion of an IT training course.
Will you receive an official certificate after completing an IT course?Yes, upon successful completion of the training course, you will receive an official ICT Pro certificate confirming your participation and acquired technical skills. You can use it to verify your qualifications or add it to your professional profile.
Exterior view of the COMGUARD office building on Sochorova Street in Brno.
Where can you find our training center in Brno?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the COMGUARD building at Sochorova 38 in Brno. Positioned on the border of Žabovřesky and Komín, the location is easily accessible by both car and public transport.
Exterior view of the Opatov Park office building in Prague, Chodov.
Where can you find our training center in Prague?The premises of the ICT Pro training center are located on the 1st floor of the Opatov Park building at Líbalova 1, Prague 11 – Chodov. The location provides a comfortable environment for your education with convenient access.
Fully equipped kitchenette with a coffee machine, microwave, sink, and shelves with cups and glasses.
What facilities and refreshments are available to you during training breaks?Our training centers feature a fully equipped kitchenette for a comfortable break during your courses. The facilities include a coffee machine, microwave, kettle, and a wide selection of drinks and snacks.
Coffee station featuring an automatic coffee machine, yellow and white cups, glasses, and syrups.
What beverage refreshments are available during your course?A beverage station with a coffee machine, teas, syrups, and water is at your disposal throughout the entire training session. You can enjoy a coffee or another drink of your choice anytime during breaks.
Table with sweet pastries, fruit syrups, a water dispenser, and glasses set up for training participants.
What light refreshments are provided for you during the courses?During course breaks, participants can enjoy light sweet snacks, pastries, and fruit syrups to mix their own drinks. Fresh water dispenser and plates are also available for your convenience.
Wicker baskets filled with packaged savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars.
Should I bring my own snacks to ICT Pro training?There is no need to. A wide selection of savory snacks, sweet biscuits, and snack bars is available for you during breaks. Boost your energy for all-day focus right inside the training center premises.
Outdoor wooden terrace with green surroundings by the glass building of the training center.
Can you spend training breaks in the fresh air?Yes, an outdoor terrace is available at our training center. During breaks between learning sessions, you can relax in the fresh air in a pleasant green environment.
Spacious outdoor wooden terrace with seating and views of the surrounding area.
Where can you relax during course breaks?Our training center features a spacious outdoor terrace with seating options. During breaks between learning sessions, you can step outside to relax and recharge in the fresh air.