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Word Advanced
Designed for experienced Word users, this hands-on course helps you master advanced features for creating complex documents, collaborating effectively, and improving document security. Ideal for those looking to advance their professional capabilities quickly and efficiently.
- 1 day
- Virtual or on-site
- Private team training
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Course overview
For those with significant experience or who consider themselves advanced Word users, this course enables you to unlock the full professional potential of Microsoft Word in just one day. If you use Word in a professional context, you’ll benefit from advanced features that improve efficiency and output.
With practical, hands-on training, you’ll tackle complex documents and work confidently with advanced functions such as master documents, templates, mail merge, and form creation. You'll also develop skills to collaborate on documents and safeguard sensitive information.
You’ll leave knowing how to manage document versions, streamline repetitive tasks with macros, and use advanced security options—improving both productivity and document control for yourself and your organisation.
Supported by Future Savvy’s commitment to quality and ongoing support.
Who it's for
- Experienced Word users
- Professionals producing complex documents
- Administrators and coordinators needing document control
What you need before you start
- Familiarity with basic Word functions
- Comfort with intermediate document editing
What you'll learn
What you will be able to do by the end of the course.
- Create and manage master documents
- Collaborate using tracking and comments
- Combine and compare document versions
- Build tables of contents and compile indexes
- Use linking and embedding for data integration
- Create macros to automate repetitive tasks
Course outline
12 modules across 1 day.
1Master Documents & Word5 topics+
- What Are Master Documents?
- Creating a New Master Document by Creating Sub-Documents from Headings
- Inserting Sub-Documents into a Master Document
- Unlinking or Removing a Sub-Document from a Master Document
- Using Text Outline Options
2Word Tracking & Comments6 topics+
- Tracking Changes
- Accepting or Rejecting Changes
- Inserting Comments
- Displaying & Editing Comments
- Deleting Comments
- Showing or Hiding Comments
3Comparing & Combining Documents2 topics+
- Comparing Documents
- Combining Revisions from Multiple Authors
4Using a Tables of Contents & Indexes6 topics+
- Creating a Table of Contents
- Updating a Table of Contents
- Creating & Updating a Table of Figures
- Marking an Index Entry
- Marking an Index Sub-Entry
- Compiling & Updating an Index
5Linking & Embedding within Word13 topics+
- What Is Object Linking?
- Linking Data from a Document as an Icon
- Updating a Linked Document
- Breaking a Document Link
- Linking Excel Data & Displaying the Linked Data as an Icon
- Linking an Excel Chart to a Word Document as an Icon
- Linking Excel Data & Displaying the Data within a Word Document
- Linking an Excel Chart to a Word Document & Displaying the Chart
- Updating or Breaking an Application Link
- What Is Object Embedding?
- Embedding Data into a Document as an Object
- Editing Embedded Data
- Deleting Embedded Data
6Using Hyperlinks in Word Documents3 topics+
- Inserting Hyperlinks
- Editing a Hyperlink
- Removing a Hyperlink
7Using Macros within Word4 topics+
- Macro to Change Page Set-Up
- Macro to Insert a Table with a Repeating Heading Row
- Macro to Insert Fields into a Header or Footer
- Assigning a Macro to a Button on a Toolbar
8Word Fields12 topics+
- Inserting the Author Field into a Word Document
- Inserting the File Name Field into a Word Document
- Inserting the File Size Field into a Word Document
- Displaying the Developer Tab
- Inserting a Plain Text Fill-In Field
- Inserting a Check Box Field
- Inserting a Drop Down Field
- Deleting Fields
- Changing the Number Formatting Used By a Field
- Updating Fields
- Locking & Unlocking Fields
- Using the Sum Formula within a Table
9Word Forms6 topics+
- Creating & Protecting Form Text Fields
- Creating & Protecting Form Check Boxes
- Inserting & Protecting Form Drop-Down Menus
- Modifying Form Fields & Displaying Help
- Protecting a Form
- Password Protecting a Form
10Advanced Word Templates3 topics+
- What Are Word Templates?
- Creating & Using a Word Template
- Modifying a Word Template
11Advanced Mail Merging Techniques5 topics+
- Editing & Sorting a Mail Merge Recipient List
- Ask Fields & Bookmarks
- Inserting Ask Fields
- Inserting If...Then...Else... Fields
- Using Merge Criteria in a Mail Merge
12Passwords & Editing Restrictions6 topics+
- Adding 'Opening' Password Document Protection
- Removing 'Open' Password Document Protection
- Adding 'No Modifications' Document Password Protection
- Removing a 'No Modification' Document Password
- Allowing Only Tracked Changes or Comments
- Marking a Document as a Final Version
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What happens next
- 1We reply with available dates and a price for your team
- 2You pick a date that suits your team — we work around you
- 3We tailor the examples and exercises to the work your team does
- 4We confirm the delivery details and next steps in writing
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Why Future Savvy
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Rated 4.72/5
From 696 reviews by learners and clients.
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Up to six learners
Small enough that every delegate gets trainer time on their own work.
Trainers who do the job
Practitioners who use these tools on real work, not career instructors.
Support after the course
Email your trainer when you hit something back at your desk.
What delegates say
Independently verified reviews, alongside quotes collected from delegates after their course.
I had a good experience with this Microsoft Excel training course! Mark the trainer was exceptionally knowledgeable, patient, and engaging, taking the time to explain complex functions and formulas in a way that was easy to understand. The pace of the class was well-managed, and there was plenty of opportunity to ask questions without feeling rushed. I left the session feeling much more confident, efficient, and equipped with time-saving shortcuts. Highly recommended for anyone looking to upgrade their spreadsheet skills!
good value for money, I understood notions that were very not clear to me. Thanks to Mark.
Very good communication and an excellent tutor.
Very happy with Mark's training ethos and training he provided.
Excellent course and really well presented. Starting from basic knowledge the course guided you through step by step and was well paced for all.
Really enjoyed the course. Tutor was knowledgeable, friendly and gave real-world, practical advice to get the most out of the training.
The trainer really tailored the course to our needs, encouraged us to ask questions, and was knowledgeable and really helpful.
The trainer was very patient and did not mind having to explain things a few times to make sure we were all on the same page, was very helpful for someone like myself who sometimes misses details on the first go around
Excellent trainer, the format of the training was fantastic and I got a lot from the course.
This was, by far, one of the best training courses I have had the pleasure of attending. The trainer was extremely knowledgeable and delivered a great course!
This was the first time I have joined an excel course and I found it very informative and very helpful.
I liked how the trainer tailored the training around what our needs and roles are.
A great pace for somebody just starting and never an issue with questions, and always had a good way of answering.
From knowing nothing to what I know now and in less than a day I would highly recommend as it was extremely useful, and has made my understanding of MP a 100x better. Thank you the trainer for the great lesson!
Excellent course, definitely the best 'power' course I have attended. The trainer was enthusiastic about the material and kept it relevant to our needs
The trainer was really knowledgeable and extremely helpful in helping us to build our own reports.
It was very productive as a working session. I learnt a lot.
His careful delivery of the course really made the difference not only in its usefulness but in how well we, as learners, will retain and apply this new information.
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Frequently asked questions
Who should attend the Word Advanced course?+
This programme is ideal for experienced Word users who regularly create, manage, or collaborate on complex documents and are looking to master advanced features and increase productivity.
What prior knowledge do I need?+
You should be comfortable with basic and intermediate Word functions, such as formatting text, managing sections, and editing documents, before attending. The course is designed for those ready to tackle more advanced features.
Will I learn how to manage large documents efficiently?+
Absolutely. We focus on tools like master documents, advanced templates, and automated tables of contents so you can streamline lengthy or complex material with confidence.
Does the course cover document security and password protection?+
Yes, we cover advanced security options such as setting editing restrictions and password protection to help you safeguard sensitive information and retain control over your files.
Is automation covered, such as using macros?+
Yes, we include practical exercises on creating and using macros to help automate repetitive tasks, saving valuable time and reducing errors.
Will I learn advanced collaboration techniques?+
Yes, the course includes advanced features for collaborating on documents including track changes, combining versions, and managing comments across multi-author environments.
Do you provide post-course support?+
Absolutely. All delegates receive access to supporting materials and can follow up with Future Savvy for guidance as they put their new knowledge into practice.
