EC-PC Office IT Intermediate User

Training Course

This online self-paced course will build on your basic Microsoft Office skills. The course will give you the knowledge and understanding to use Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook effectively in the workplace. The course also covers general skills using Windows and working with files and folders.

Learn the intermediate skills required to use IT proficiently in the workplace!

Learn by watching short video lessons

The course is made up of short bite-sized video lessons. You’ll learn step-by-step and won’t be overloaded with too much information and jargon.

Download practice files and exercises

You’ll be able to download the files used in the video lessons and try out what you’ve been shown. Additional exercises are also available to download for extra practice.

Get tutor support

Your EC-PC Tutor will support you during the course, answering any questions by email. Telephone and remote support is also available when appropriate.

Learn relevant skills

The course content has been produced in line with Microsoft standards so you’ll learn relevant skills recognised in the workplace.

Obtain certification

There’s an online assessment for each of the 4 modules. You’ll get an e-certificate for each module that you pass. Pass all 4 modules and you’ll obtain the EC-PC Office IT Intermediate User Certificate.

Course requirements

You’ll need to have good existing skills using Microsoft Word and Excel, eg be familiar with the majority of topics covered on our EC-PC Office IT Basic User Course.

You’ll need a Windows PC, with a reliable broadband connection, preferably installed with an up-to-date version of Microsoft Office. The recommended browser to view the course is Google Chrome. The free online version of Microsoft Outlook is used during the course. You’ll need to be able to login to www.outlook.com , ie have an email address ending with @outlook.com , @hotmail.com or @hotmail.co.uk .

Course cost

The course costs £200.

Funding is available if you live in Scotland, and you are unemployed or earn less than £1,800 per month > more info).

Not eligible for funding? Get this course as part of an EC-PC.COM subscription!

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the course start?

The course has a flexible start date – you can join the course at any time.

How long does it take to complete the course?

You’ll work through the lessons for each module at your own pace. As a rough estimate if you complete a few lessons a day then the course would take a few months to complete.

What is the pass mark for each module assessment?

The pass mark is 70%.

What happens if I fail an assessment?

We’ll tell you the topics that you need to revise. When you’re ready you can resit the assessment.

Is there a time limit to complete the course?

You’ll get 12 months to complete the course.

Will I be able to access the video lessons after I complete the course?

Yes, you’ll be able to login to the course for 12 months from your start date.

Funding Opportunities

If you live in Scotland you could be eligible to apply for funding to pay for the course with an SDS Individual Training Account (ITA) from Skills Development Scotland.

You can apply for ITA funding if you are 16 or over and you are:

– unemployed and on benefits

– not working and have no income

– employed with an annual income less than £22,000

– self-employed with an annual income less than £22,000

You will not be eligible to apply for ITA funding if you are in education or involved in any other SDS funded programme.

FAQs

Q: I am currently on benefits, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: I have no income but my partner/husband/wife works, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: I am self-employed and earn less than £22,000 per annum, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: I am employed and earn less than £22,000 per annum, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: How do I apply for ITA funding?

A: Complete an online application on the My World of Work website.

Apply Online

What did others think of this course…

“I thought the videos were really clear and explained in a way to make sense, and I appreciated the tasks to complete along the way to practice instead of just listening to information. The tutor was great, very pleased with the course."

Cinnamon Copperwheat

"I enjoyed the course and I learned a lot from it."

Louisa Thompson

"The videos were excellent and very easy to follow. I have learned a lot. Very good course and worthwhile."

Steven McDonald

"The course was excellent, I have learned a lot."

Marcin Garniec

EC-PC Office IT Intermediate User

Training Course

This online self-paced course will build on your basic Microsoft Office skills. The course will give you the knowledge and understanding to use Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook effectively in the workplace. The course also covers general skills using Windows and working with files and folders.

The course consists of the following 4 online modules:

Sign up for a free demo of some of our Intermediate User lessons!

Frequently Asked Questions

Funding Opportunities

If you live in Scotland you could be eligible to apply for funding to pay for the course with an SDS Individual Training Account (ITA) from Skills Development Scotland.

You can apply for ITA funding if you are 16 or over and you are:

– unemployed and on benefits

– not working and have no income

– employed with an annual income less than £22,000

– self-employed with an annual income less than £22,000

You will not be eligible to apply for ITA funding if you are in education or involved in any other SDS funded programme.

FAQs

Q: I am currently on benefits, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: I have no income but my partner/husband/wife works, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: I am self-employed and earn less than £22,000 per annum, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: I am employed and earn less than £22,000 per annum, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: How do I apply for ITA funding?

A: Complete an online application on the My World of Work website.

Apply Online

“I thought the videos were really clear and explained in a way to make sense, and I appreciated the tasks to complete along the way to practice instead of just listening to information. The tutor was great, very pleased with the course."

"I enjoyed the course and I learned a lot from it."

"The videos were excellent and very easy to follow. I have learned a lot. Very good course and worthwhile."

"The course was excellent, I have learned a lot."

EC-PC Office IT Intermediate User

Training Course

This online self-paced course will build on your basic Microsoft Office skills. The course will give you the knowledge and understanding to use Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook effectively in the workplace. The course also covers general skills using Windows and working with files and folders.

The course consists of the following 4 online modules:

Sign up for a free demo of some of our Intermediate User lessons!

Frequently Asked Questions

Funding Opportunities

If you live in Scotland you could be eligible to apply for funding to pay for the course with an SDS Individual Training Account (ITA) from Skills Development Scotland.

You can apply for ITA funding if you are 16 or over and you are:

– unemployed and on benefits

– not working and have no income

– employed with an annual income less than £22,000

– self-employed with an annual income less than £22,000

You will not be eligible to apply for ITA funding if you are in education or involved in any other SDS funded programme.

FAQs

Q: I am currently on benefits, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: I have no income but my partner/husband/wife works, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: I am self-employed and earn less than £22,000 per annum, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: I am employed and earn less than £22,000 per annum, will I be able to apply for ITA funding?

A: Yes

Q: How do I apply for ITA funding?

A: Complete an online application on the My World of Work website.

Apply Online

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“I thought the videos were really clear and explained in a way to make sense, and I appreciated the tasks to complete along the way to practice instead of just listening to information. The tutor was great, very pleased with the course."

"I enjoyed the course and I learned a lot from it."

"The videos were excellent and very easy to follow. I have learned a lot. Very good course and worthwhile."

"The course was excellent, I have learned a lot."