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If you’re new to Excel or want to strengthen your foundational Microsoft Office skills, this online Excel for Beginners course is the perfect starting point. You’ll learn how to navigate spreadsheets, create formulas, apply formatting, and build charts to make data clear and professional. Whether you use Excel at work or for personal projects, these essential Excel skills will help you organise information, save time, and improve accuracy in your daily tasks.
This online entry-level Microsoft Excel course will increase your value in the job market and help you gain valuable insights into whatever data you choose to work with. Using Microsoft Excel, you can identify trends by assembling data from various sources and streamline tedious tasks. Upon completion, students can progress to our Excel Intermediate: Functions and Data Analysis course.
Course Outline
- Basic formulas using BODMAS
- Core functions: SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, SUMIF, COUNTIF
- Absolute & relative formulas
- Paste Special techniques
- Formatting and layout improvements
- Sorting, filtering, and print setup
- Charts and Sparklines creation
Schedule & Pricing
- Online via Zoom: 2–3 Feb 2026, 9:30am–12:45pm — $399
- In-person in Rozelle: 20 Feb 2026, 9:30am–3:30pm — $420
Course Materials
- Microsoft Office 365 or Office 2016+
- Laptop or computer with Excel installed
- HDMI cable and second monitor (recommended)
- Note: Tutor uses Windows; Mac users welcome with some variation in shortcuts
Details
You will learn
- Build accurate formulas using BODMAS
- Use core functions like SUM, AVERAGE, COUNTIF
- Format, sort, and visualise data with charts
You will get
- Digital course materials and Excel templates
- Hands-on experience with Excel tools
- Certificate of completion
Appropriate for
Beginners and professionals seeking to build foundational Microsoft Excel skills; basic computer knowledge is assumed.
Preparation
What to bring
- A laptop or computer with Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office 365 or Office 2016+ software
- HDMI cable and second monitor (recommended)
What to wear
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
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Cancellations & Refunds
If the organiser cancels the class:
You are entitled to a full refund.
If you can't attend the class:
You’re welcome to send someone in your place.
OR
- A refund can be requested 10 days before class starts. An admin fee of AU$45.00 applies.
Terms & Conditions
At Sydney Community College, we know that plans can change unexpectedly. Whether it’s a shift in your schedule, a family emergency, or just a change of heart, we want to support you in the fairest way possible.
At the same time, we’re a not-for-profit organisation that commits resources to running each class—so last-minute cancellations can significantly impact our ability to offer quality, affordable programs.
That’s why we’ve created a simple, transparent policy that balances your need for flexibility with our need to plan and deliver courses sustainably. Our cancellation policy offers two clear options, depending on when you notify us:
Cancel More Than 10 Days Before the Course Starts – You can choose to receive a full refund, minus a $45 administration fee OR a non-refundable credit note valid for 12 months for the full value you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Option 2: Cancel Within 10 Days of the Course Starting - You’ll receive a credit note valid for 12 months for 50% of the course fee you paid for the course. This credit can be used towards any future course at the College.
Please note that both refund and credit options are only available before the course begins. Once the course has started—or if you decide to withdraw after it has commenced—no refunds or credits can be issued. If you need to cancel your enrolment, just email us and we’ll take care of it based on the timelines above.
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