Google Docs

Google Docs is the online word processing application that forms part of Google’s G-suite which is used increasingly in today’s business world.

IS THIS FOR YOU?

In this course, you’ll learn the basics of working with Google Docs so that you can create, edit and format documents using this web-based word processor.

ABOUT THE COURSE

Google Docs is a web-based word processing tool that can be used to easily create, edit, and view documents. This course covers everything you need to get started using the application.

You will learn how to access the web application and navigate the different tools in its interface. how to open documents, whether by creating a new document from scratch or from a template, editing text as well as learning how to format text

Google Docs can be used to create any number of written materials, from websites to pamphlets and everything in between.

Course Info

Duration 3 hours

Training Type Course

Study Type In centre, Online

Awards & Qualifications

Awarded 3 CPD points upon successful completion

Discounted Training

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Is this course right for me?

CAREER PATH

This course is ideal for EAs, VAs and Admin Assistants who need to learn how to work with Google Docs.

Awarded 3 CPD points upon successful completion

Duration 3 hours

Course Content

There are three modules in the course:

Module 1 – Getting started in Google Docs, including accessing and connecting to the online word processor, locating and opening documents, using templates and more.

Module 2 – Editing documents including find and replace, undo and redo, voice typing and voice commands, inserting special characters and more.

Module 3 – Formatting text to cover, modifying font style, applying colour, configuring text alignment and indentation, using borders and shading, paragraph styles and more.

Course Overview

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

This course will provide you with the skills you need to confidently use Google Docs in a business environment.

There are no pre-requisites required for this course.

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Testimonials

“I had previously enrolled on a ECDL course through Aberdeen College which I failed to complete as the course was primarily home based with pre-historic methods for learning the given subjects and using there computers wasn’t really an option because of full time classes and a raffle ticket method for trying to book a computer.
I work offshore so my free time is varied and is never the same month to month. I needed to learn these as more and more of my job required knowledge in how to use for example word, excel and outlook. I contacted Pitman Training Aberdeen and went into see Faye about the Microsoft Fast Track Diploma which covers all the key Microsoft packages used in any office. The flexibility in the Pitman Training method of training is what really attracted me to their course, I could go to there training centre at any time I wanted. The learning process is very well developed, and by means of listening, reading and most importantly doing flowing exercises I found I learned the given subjects very fast with ease.
I recently decided to set up my own Ltd Company to enable me to provide Maintenance services primarily to the Oil and Gas Industry for Gas Turbines, diesel engines, pumps and compressors. In doing this I decided to enrol on the Sage Line 50 course as this would help me with my book-keeping and the Dreamweaver course so that I could set up and maintain my own website for the company.
I would recommend anyone wanting to learn or improve their skills to train with Pitman Training Aberdeen. Both Iain and Faye have been really helpful and would not hesitate to enrol on another course with them if I need to.”

CB – Fast Track Diploma

General Diploma, Microsoft Office, Private Individuals

I finished a Pitman Secretarial Diploma in 2008 and after one month working as a temp. I was lucky enough to be offered a permanent job as Clerical/Admin Assistant which is where I am still working now.
Learning to touch type at Pitman definitely helped to secure the job, and also having a certificate from all the units of the secretarial diploma which showed that I could use Microsoft Office programs competently.
I took the option to study from home as living in Perth , it meant I could fit in work around the kids school hours. Though I did enjoy going into Edinburgh occasionally to do Outlook, and Audio. The course was really straightforward, and the tests were an enjoyable challenge.
I love being able to touch type, and it will be useful for the rest of my life, in whatever job I do. I have even got my children started on the BBC’s cool typing lessons for kids, where singing animals encourage you, and I hope that they will be able to type by the time they are teenagers.
All the trainers at Pitman were really helpful, and always ready to explain things, when I phoned or emailed with questions.

GA – Secretarial Diploma

Private Individuals, Secretarial Diploma

Great, helpful, friendly staff, good location easily accessible etc.

Sam – Customer Services Administration – Speedwriting

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My knowledge and understanding has vastly improved thanks to Callum. He was an excellent trainer, very patient and information was given clearly. I was able to understand all the formulas!

Lesley – Practice Manager – Excel

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From going from redundancy to this is just a great feeling! I actually love my job!

I C – Legal Secretary

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“I thought I would drop you a line to say that I am now established with my new job where I am working as a Property Manager. As you know when I came to you I was just about able to bang out an e mail and wouldn’t have known where to find such sophistications as “page breaks” etc. A really challenging student for your ever patient and encouraging team! I would certainly say to anyone thinking of a course with you not to consider being too old to learn. I certainly had my extreme doubts but the constant encouragement from your team got me through!
I am now using a fairly all embracing software system which is tailored to the needs of this company and in addition my Outlook and Word skills are used all the time. I feel completely confident in saying that despite many years in the property business I would not have been able to cope with this job without the training I received at Pitman, thank you.
My new employers are both very computer competent but I believe I may have the “edge” on PowerPoint – how satisfying is that!
I would recommend the Fast Track Microsoft Skills Diploma course to anyone wanting to enhance their employment prospects, it certainly worked for me.”

SH – Diploma

General Diploma, Private Individuals