Microsoft Excel Certification Training (Voucher Included)

Get the Excel training you need to achieve success so you can manipulate data faster and more efficiently in most workplace situations. If your organization uses lists of any kind, you need to know how to use Microsoft Excel. Earning the Microsoft Office Specialist Excel Expert certification sets your professional skill set apart from other Excel users. The course will prepare you for the Microsoft Office Specialist: Microsoft Excel Expert exam.

In this online Excel course, you will first learn...

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Course code: GES896

What you will learn

Modify and format data in Excel to create clear, presentable worksheets
Perform calculations, write formulas, manage workbooks, and save time with Excel shortcuts
Use Excel database functions and logic functions to work with information in large datasets, and leverage Excel's statistical functions to analyze data
Visualize your data using charts to show trends, create comparisons, and demonstrate other meaningful insights
Convert, sort, filter, and manage lists to keep your data organized
Insert and modify illustrations, logos, or shapes to create professional reports
Emphasize interesting and unusual data with conditional formatting and save time by using styles to apply formatting instantly
Create PivotTables and charts to quickly summarize large amounts of data
Learn to trace precedents and dependents to learn about the data connected to your active cell
Convert blocks of text, analyze data using tables, and leverage validation tools to control the data entered into your worksheet. Consolidate data from various sources into one master worksheet for easy summary and review
How to protect your worksheets and workbooks for safe and secure collaboration
Work with other applications by importing and exporting data, charts, and files
Use AI and Microsoft Copilot in Excel to create columns, analyze data, and import or frame data more efficiently

How you will benefit

Enhance your resume with widely-recognized and in-demand Microsoft Excel skills, making you more attractive to potential employers
Leverage Excel's powerful data analysis capabilities to make informed data-driven decisions
Use Excel to automate repetitive tasks, saving you valuable time and reducing the risk of manual errors
Generate sophisticated reports and visualizations using Excel to better understand your data and communicate your findings
Master Excel's tools and shortcuts to boost your efficiency and. you to complete your tasks more quickly
Improve spreadsheet productivity by using AI and Microsoft Copilot to speed up data analysis, support content creation, and streamline common Excel tasks

How the course is taught

Self-paced, online course
6 Months to complete
Open enrollment, begin anytime
70 course hours

Outline

Microsoft Excel Certification Training

Course Activities

Quizzes: 21
Assignments: 44
Exams: 4

Part 1 - Introduction to Microsoft Excel Training

Lesson 1: Microsoft Office Basics (Quizzes: 0, Assignments: 0)

Logging in to Microsoft 365
Installing Applications
Creating New Files and AutoSaving
Protected View
File Sharing
File Collaboration
Version History
Getting Updates
Mac Versions

Lesson 2: Creating a Microsoft Excel Workbook (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1)

Starting Microsoft Excel
Creating a Workbook
Saving a Workbook
The Status Bar
Adding and Deleting Worksheets
Copying and Moving Worksheets
View Options for the Worksheet
Closing a Workbook

Lesson 3: The Ribbon (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 0)

Tabs
Groups and Commands
Microsoft Search Box
Customizing the Ribbon

Lesson 4: The Backstage View (The File Menu) (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 3)

Introduction to the Backstage View
Opening a Workbook
New Workbooks and Excel Templates
Printing Worksheets
Personalizing Microsoft Office

Lesson 5: The Quick Access Toolbar (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1)

Getting Started
Adding Common Commands
Adding Additional Commands with the Customize Dialog
Adding Ribbon Commands or Groups

Lesson 6: Entering Data in Microsoft Excel Worksheets (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2)

Entering Text
Inserting and Deleting Cells
Inserting Hyperlinks
Inserting WordArt
Using AutoComplete
Entering Numbers and Dates
Using the Fill Handle

Lesson 7: Formatting Microsoft Excel Worksheets (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 4)

Selecting Ranges of Cells
Hiding Worksheets
Adding Color to Worksheet Tabs
Adding Themes to Workbooks
Adding a Watermark
The Font Group
The Alignment Group
The Number Group

Lesson 8: Editing Worksheets (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2)

Find
Find and Replace
Using the Clipboard
Moving Columns / Rows

Lesson 9: Working with Rows and Columns (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1)

Inserting and Deleting Rows, Columns, and Cells
Transposing Rows and Columns
Row Height and Column Width
Hiding and Unhiding Rows and Columns
Freezing Panes

Lesson 10: Using Formulas in Microsoft Excel (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1)

Math Operators and the Order of Operations
Entering Formulas
AutoSum (and Other Common Auto-Formulas)
Copying Formulas
Relative, Absolute, and Mixed Cell References

Lesson 11: Finalizing Microsoft Excel Worksheets (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1)

Setting Margins
Setting Page Orientation
Setting the Print Area
Print Scaling (Fit Sheet on One Page)
Repeating Headings
Headers and Footers

Lesson 12: Using Copilot in Microsoft Excel - Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1

Copilot in Microsoft 365 Excel
Creating Columns
Analyzing Your Data
Importing and Framing Data

Introduction to Microsoft Excel Exam

Part 2 - Intermediate Microsoft Excel Training

Lesson 1: Common Functions (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 7)

Using Named Ranges in Formulas
Using Formulas That Span Multiple Worksheets
Functions: IF and IFS
Functions: AND and OR
Functions: NOT
Functions: SWITCH
Functions: COUNTIF, AVERAGEIF, and SUMIF
Functions: PMT and NPER
Functions: TEXTJOIN and CONCAT
Text Functions
Date and Time Functions

Lesson 2: Working with Lists (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 4)

What is a List of Data?
Removing Duplicates from a List
Sorting Data in a List
Filtering Data in a List
Adding Subtotals to a List

Lesson 3: Visualizing Your Data (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2)

Chart Basics
Tools for Editing Charts
The Format Tool Tab
Using the Three Chart Buttons
The Format Task Pane
Useful Charts
Line and Area Charts
Hierarchy Charts
Statistic Charts
Other Charts
Combo Charts
Using Recommended Charts
Sparklines
Add and Format Objects
Working with Shapes
Working with Icons
Working with SmartArt
Using the Quick Analysis Tool

Lesson 4: Working with Tables (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1)

Format Data as a Table
Table Design Tool Tab
Formatting Individual Cells
Selecting Table Rows and Columns
Structured References
Convert a Table to a Range

Lesson 5: Advanced Formatting (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2)

Cell Styles
Conditional Formatting
Conditional Formatting: Highlight Cells Rules
Conditional Formatting: Top/Bottom Rules
Conditional Formatting: Data Bars, Color Scales, and Icon Sets
Conditional Formatting: Create a New Rule
Removing Conditional Formatting

Intermediate Microsoft Excel Exam

Part 3 - Advanced Microsoft Excel Training

Lesson 1: Using PivotTables (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1)

How PivotTables Work
Timeline Filters
Inserting Slicers
Grouping Data
Calculated Fields
PivotCharts

Lesson 2: Advanced Functions (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2)

Function Syntax
ROWS, COLUMNS, INDEX, and XMATCH
Arrays and Array Formulas
SORT, FILTER, and SORTBY
Lookup Functions
The LET Function
The TRANSPOSE Function

Lesson 3: Auditing Workbooks (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1)

Inspecting a Workbook
Tracing Precedents and Dependents
Watch Window
Evaluating Formulas
Error Checking

Lesson 4: Data Tools (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 5)

Importing Data from Online Source
Converting Text to Columns
Importing Files
Linking to External Data
Controlling Calculation Options
Data Validation
Consolidating Data
What-If Analysis

Lesson 5: Recording and Using Macros (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 2)

Recording Macros
Running Macros
Editing Macros
Adding Macros to the Quick Access Toolbar

Lesson 6: Working with Others (Quizzes: 1, Assignments: 1)

Comments and Notes
Protecting Worksheets and Workbooks
Marking a Workbook as Final
Other Sharing Concerns

Advanced Microsoft Excel Exam, Final Microsoft Excel Exam

Instructors & Support

Tracy Berry

Tracy Berry has been a senior graphic designer/programmer, instructor, and consultant since 1993 and has developed hundreds of logos, marketing materials, websites, and multimedia solutions for customers worldwide. She was also involved in several large corporate software rollouts. She has helped many organizations optimize and streamline data solutions. She teaches both onsite and online courses and has her CTT (Certified Technical Trainer) certification. Tracy specializes in teaching graphics, desktop publishing, web design, and reporting/productivity applications.

Requirements

Prerequisites:

There are no prerequisites to take this course. However, you should be comfortable using a personal computer and be familiar with operating Microsoft Office software.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

This course must be taken on a PC. Macs and Chromebooks are not compatible.

Software Requirements:

PC: Windows 10 or later.
Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge is also compatible.
Microsoft Office 365, 2021 or 2019 (not included in enrollment). While you can use an older version of Microsoft Office, if you do, there will be some differences between your version and what you see in the course.
Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment.

More About

About Certification: Microsoft

Microsoft is a global leader in software development and technology solutions. Microsoft programs such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint are used both at home and at work. Microsoft provides certifications in these programs that range from beginner to expert level, helping professionals realize their full potential. Whether you want to learn a single program or the entire Office Suite, completing a Microsoft-certified course is the first step.

FAQ

Becoming certified in Microsoft Excel is beneficial for several reasons. It equips you with the skills for data-driven decision-making, time-saving automation, and advanced reporting to help you work faster and smarter while increasing your productivity and overall employability.

Yes, you will be prepared for the Microsoft Excel Expert certification exam. For students using Microsoft Office 2019/2021, we recommend the MO-201 exam and the MO-211 exam for Microsoft Office 365 users. This course offers enrollment with or without a voucher. The voucher is prepaid access to sit for a certifying exam of your choosing upon eligibility. Proctor fees may apply, which are not included.

This course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.

This course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive six (6) months to complete the course.

The time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.

Our courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.

Upon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.

This course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.

This course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance.

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Reviews

"This course is very thorough in explaining all the ins and outs of Excel. I really liked the videos. It helps having both a visual and typed out learning experience." - Pamela T.

The mixture of video, text information, and practice provides a great learning experience. - Johnny S.

The training was very helpful and insightful. It moved at a slow enough pace to keep up but fast enough not to lose your interest. I learned a lot, for not knowing much about Excel to begin with. I like how easy it was to follow along and work along with the videos if you got lost or stuck. - Kathryn G.

"The program was very straightforward, easy to access, and on my timeline. It was instrumental in furthering my skills." - Tamara F.

"Excel used to be very intimidating for me because of all the formulas, but in this class, I learned how to use all of its features, and it was actually fun! I especially liked having practice exercises after every lesson." - Dulce M.

"I thought the course was laid out excellently and appreciated that the step-by-step instructions were always easy to follow."-Holly M.

"The class was great! Everything was clearly explained in each lesson, and help was always available if needed." - Stephanie O.

"The lessons were easy to follow, and the videos helped explain the more complicated aspects of Excel. I really liked that I could work on the lessons as my schedule allowed." - Melissa C.

"The Excel certification course provides extensive knowledge and greatly benefits one in professional development as well as educational development." - Chandra S.

"It seems that the staff are here to assist you and for me they went above and beyond their call of duty. They were very helpful and seemed to want you to achieve your goal." - Reynols V.