Microsoft Excel Associate Course

Remote 20 to 25 hours of study time Privately funded

Master Excel with our Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate course. Learn essential skills like data analysis, formulas, automation, and advanced spreadsheet management.

Whether you’re new or looking to sharpen your expertiseyou’ll gain the practical skills to organise data, perform complex calculations, streamline workflows, and prepare for industry-recognised certification.  

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Is this course right for me?

It is ideal for learners looking to break into the industry or for existing staff looking to upskill themselves within their organisation, as well as:  

  • Build a strong foundation in Excel by developing essential skills in data analysis, formula creation, and spreadsheet management to enhance workplace efficiency. 
  • Advance your expertise by mastering complex functions, automation techniques, and data visualisation tools to streamline processes and improve decision-making. 
  • Gain an industry-recognised certification from the Microsoft Office Specialist Excel. 
  • Associate and Expert exams, validating your skills for career progression. 

Tech skills you’ll gain

During the course you will gain knowledge in: 

  • Organising and managing data efficiently with tables, ranges, and worksheets 
  • Using formulas and functions like SUM, IF, and VLOOKUP for calculations 
  • Analysing data with PivotTables, charts, and filtering tools 
  • Automating tasks with conditional formatting, templates, and macros 
  • Ensuring accuracy with data validation and error-checking 
  • Preparing for the Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate certification 



 

Knowledge gained

During this course, learners gain a strong understanding of: 

  • Understanding of spreadsheet structure and organisation 
  • How to create and apply formulas and functions for calculations 
  • Methods for analysing and summarising data effectively 
  • Techniques to visualise data with charts and PivotTables 
  • Principles of automating tasks and improving workflow efficiency 
  • Best practices for maintaining accurate and reliable data 
  • Insight into Microsoft Office standards and preparation for certification 



 

Transferable skills

Learners also build wider professional skills highly valued within the workplace:

  • Problem-solving 
  • Analytical thinking 
  • Process improvement 
  • Adaptability 
  • Communication of data 
  • Digital literacy 
  • Attention to detail 



 

Payment & How it works

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals course takes around 20 to 25 hours to complete, often over three full days, or at your own pace with six months of access to all materials. 

For £895 (inc. VAT), you will get the full course, hands-on labs, and the official exam included. Once you finish the training, just let us know and we’ll unlock your exam. Please note, full payment is required before course access is provided. 

What you'll learn

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How it works

If you’re new to apprenticeships, this is what you can expect once you’ve applied for the course. 

  1. Apply
  2. Eligibility call
  3. Enrol
  4. Learn
  5. Complete
  6. Progression support

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