FREE EXCEL courses for Health & Social Care staff
These courses are designed to help health and social care staff in Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire, and Berkshire develop their skills. These courses are offered by local training providers. After selecting your preferred date, you will be directed to their website to book your place.
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Getting to Grips with Excel (Introductory)
This 2-hour standalone workshop is designed for individuals with limited Excel experience. In this online session, a teacher will guide you through examples tailored to a healthcare setting. You will learn about:
Entering & editing data Shortcuts & tips to increase productivity Introduction to Excel functions How to use SUM, MIN, MAX, AVERAGE, COUNT & COUNTA Using functions to analyse data.
Working with large spreadsheets Filtering data, Using Freeze Panes, Hiding columns and rows Using absolute cell references Copying formulas, Linking formulas across worksheets Conditional formatting.
Creating custom rules, highlighting cell colours, exploring functions like SUMIF for data analysis, and gaining an introduction to Excel charts and graphs.
Formatting and Functions with Excel (Intermediate)
This 2-hour workshop is for individuals with Excel experience who want to explore more advanced features. In this online session, a teacher will guide you through examples tailored to a healthcare setting. The workshop will cover:
Review of standard data formatting and techniques. Conditional formatting using pre-set rules. Review of basic mathematical functions like SUM, AVERAGE, MIN and MAX The IF, SUMIF and COUNT function.
Excel Data Analysis (Intermediate)
This 2-hour workshop is designed for those with Excel experience who want to explore more advanced features.
In this online session, a teacher will provide guidance using examples tailored to a healthcare setting. You will cover:
Introduction to Paste Special Absolute and Relative cell referencing.
Using filters to drill down through the data The SUMIF and SUMIFS functions Introduction to creating charts.
Supporting education and building confidence.
Our Excel training program is designed specifically for NHS employees, offering an introduction and more specific levels.
This initiative aims to enhance digital skills, equipping staff with the tools needed to manage data efficiently and streamline operational workflows.
By empowering NHS teams with improved Excel proficiency, we support their efforts to work smarter and more effectively. Find the best Excel course for you.
How will I learn
All workshops are delivered online via Microsoft Teams (other platforms available upon request).
Led by an experienced teacher with extensive expertise in Microsoft Excel.
Designed for small groups of healthcare employees, allowing time for questions and individual support.
Our training programmes are specifically designed for people who are employed in a health or social care organisations. The workshops aim to enhance existing skills by equipping staff with the tools needed to manage data efficiently and streamline operational workflows. Enhancing digital skills teams are able to work smarter and more efficiently increasing productivity.
Our multi-professional courses are tailored for individuals working in health and social care organizations, including NHS Trusts, Ambulance Services, Primary Care, Social Care, and voluntary sector healthcare providers.
Supporting education and building confidence
New Directions College, Newbury College, Buckinghamshire Council, Bracknell Forest Council and Abingdon & Witney College are collaborating to provide Excel training for health and social care employees. These courses, offered at beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels, aim to enhance digital skills, improve efficiency in using Excel, and empower NHS staff with tools to effectively manage data and streamline workflows.
New courses will be added throughout the year. If you have specific requests, please share your suggestions using the contact details below.
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"This Excel training course has not only enhanced my skills, but also given me the tools and confidence to excel in the career I’ve always dreamed of."
Sirsha, age 29.