Improve your work skills by learning to use Microsoft Excel with this practical and interactive online course. Designed for complete beginners, this class will teach you how to confidently navigate spreadsheets, create accurate formulas, apply professional formatting, and build charts that clearly present your data.
Whether you use Excel for work or personal projects, you’ll gain essential skills to organise information, streamline repetitive tasks, and improve accuracy in your day-to-day activities. By the end of the course, you’ll feel confident working with formulas, functions, and data tools that are widely used across administration, finance, and data-driven roles.
Learning Outcomes
- Build accurate formulas using BODMAS and core Excel functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, SUMIF and COUNTIF.
- Apply absolute, relative and mixed cell references, and manage data using sorting, filters and Paste Special.
- Create professional worksheets with formatting, charts, sparklines, and print-ready page setup.
Course Content
- Basic formulas and order of operations (BODMAS)
- Essential functions and absolute cell referencing
- Formatting, merging cells and number formats
- Sorting, filtering and managing large spreadsheets
- Print setup, freeze panes, charts and sparklines
Online Delivery
This course is delivered live online via Zoom, offering the same high-quality instruction and interactive experience as in-person classes. You will receive a Zoom link and instructions prior to the session.
Course Materials & Requirements
- Microsoft Office 365 or Office 2016 (or later)
- A laptop or computer capable of running Microsoft Excel
- Dual monitor setup recommended (HDMI cable and second screen)
The tutor teaches using Windows; however, Mac users are welcome to join (some shortcuts may vary slightly).
Details
You will learn
- Create formulas using BODMAS and essential Excel functions
- Use absolute and relative references correctly
- Format spreadsheets and create charts for clear reporting
You will get
- Live online instruction via Zoom
- Step-by-step guidance with practical exercises
- Skills applicable to administration, finance and data roles
Appropriate for
Beginners with no prior Excel knowledge who want to upskill for work or personal use. Basic computer skills are assumed.
Preparation
What to bring
- Laptop or computer with Microsoft Excel installed
- Microsoft Office 365 or Office 2016+
- Second monitor recommended for dual-screen setup
What to wear
Your Teacher
Sydney Community College
38 reviewsSydney Community College is a registered charity with a voluntary Board of Directors.
The College has a mission to offer innovative continuing adult education and training programmes that support individual efforts and facilitate sustainable social change.
We do this by:
- Providing quality continuing adult education opportunities for people to build practical and theoretical skills and develop knowledge;
- Leveraging from and developing community capacity and inclusivity;
- Developing innovative affordable and accessible skills training programmes;
- Partnering with like organisations to deliver learning opportunities for disadvantaged individuals and communities;
- Partnering with all levels of government to deliver education policy objectives.
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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Excel for Beginners: Fundamentals and Functions
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