Word for Beginners

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Course code: LW2530

A friendly introduction to Microsoft Word, designed for adults who want to feel more confident using a computer - at home, in the community, or for personal projects. Previous experience and fast typing - not required! We’ll take things step by step, with plenty of support and time to practice.

when
From 20 Apr 2026 to 18 May 2026
Monday 13:00-15:00  4 weeks
Date
20 Apr 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
27 Apr 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
11 May 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
Date
18 May 2026
Time
13:00 to 15:00
where
Wokingham library 

Carnival Hub, Wellington Road
Wokingham
RG40 2AF


fees
full fee for this course £30.00  (concessions free)
who

Wokingham Borough Council Adult Education

adulteducation@wokingham.gov.uk

What this is about

<p><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">This course is a friendly introduction to Microsoft Word, designed for adults who want to feel more confident using a computer - whether at home, in the community, or for personal projects.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">You don’t need any previous experience, and you don’t need to be a fast typist. We’ll take things step by step, with plenty of support and time to practice.</span></span></span></p>

<p><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Over five weeks, you’ll learn how to:</span></span></span></p>

<ul>
<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Open and save documents</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Type and edit text - including how to copy, cut and paste</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Format letters, lists, and flyers</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Add simple images and tables</span></span></span></li>
<li><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Check spelling and preview your work before printing</span></span></span></li>
</ul>

<p><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif">Whether you’re writing a letter, creating a recipe sheet, or just exploring what Word can do, this course will help you feel more confident in today’s digital world.</span></span></span></p>

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