Getting started in Excel (mid-October)

This workshop is aimed at members who require basic Excel training to help them use spreadsheets effectively
14 - 15 October 2026
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https://www.unison.org.uk

ONLINE 14 and 15 October, 9.30am – 1pm 

Get a grip on spreadsheets! This course will help you gain the basic skills necessary to create, edit, format and manipulate spreadsheet data.

No previous experience of Excel is necessary, but attendees should have a basic understanding of PCs, including familiarity with using a keyboard and mouse.

Learners are expected to take part in hands-on activities. To get the best out of this online course, the attendees should have access to a large screen device.

The course will be delivered online using MS Teams and it will take place over two morning sessions. Participants need to join both sessions.

Learning outcomes

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

  • select cells, groups of cells and nonadjacent cells;
  • enter and inputting the information that you want Excel to display, calculate and store;
  • create simple formulas;
  • work with functions which Excel has already prepared;
  • learn some simple formatting tricks that can help make your worksheets look and perform better;
  • build your first spreadsheet;
  • do revision exercises with tutor's help.

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Application details

Spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.

To apply for a place on this session, please complete and submit the application form.