Here’s what people say...
Bite-size sessions are new. Be among the first to give us your feedback to
encourage and inform others. Here’s some general feedback for now.
“Great start to using Excel; I found it really relevant to what I do in my work.”
“I understand so much more and would say that this course is really useful for
anyone needing support to understand Excel.”
“Thank you for a really useful introductory session today. I did not feel
overwhelmed or intimidated by the modules as you made it all sound ‘do’able.”
“Emma was ... very patient... so you’re not afraid to ask anything. We’ve been
saving documents and changing file formats with confidence. Fantastic.”
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Contact us
For information about learning and development opportunities at
Learning in Wiltshire:
 Telephone: 01225 713183
 Email: [email protected]
 Web: www.learninginwiltshire.org.uk
You can contact Wiltshire Council in the following ways:
 Telephone: 0300 456 0100
 Web: www.wiltshire.gov.uk
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Bite-size: Excel
Computing and IT
Bite-size - what’s it all about?
Duration
Bite-size sessions are an opportunity to attend short, targeted training sessions
on any one or more of a number of specific topics that we know people
struggle with. Before moving on to the more advanced topics you’ll have the
opportunity to attend a beginners bite-size session which will help you get to
grips with the basics. We’ll be adding more topics to the bite-size offer, so we’d
love to hear your ideas for future bite-size sessions.
Bite-size sessions run for 2 hours with selected topics held morning (9.30am 11.30am) and afternoon (1pm - 3pm).
How will I learn?
When and where?
Bite-sessions are held one day a week, bi-weekly at the Learning and
Development Centre, Trowbridge (just across the road from County Hall). Bitesize topics will be published weekly on HR Direct/Learning and
development/Workshop dates and venues.
Bite-size sessions are trainer-led with a good mix of demonstrations and practical
exercises to consolidate your learning. You’ll receive an electronic guide which will
serve as a useful reference guide back in the workplace.
Non-council staff should visit www.learninginwiltshire.org.uk to view upcoming
bite-size topics or contact us by phone or email (see below).
Who will benefit from attending?
Costs
Bite-size sessions are ideal for those who use Excel regularly and often need to
manipulate large amounts of data or learn some of Excel’s more advanced
functionality. If you find yourself struggling with the same things over and over, then
a bite-size session could be the answer. The beginners bite-size will give new and
inexperienced users of Excel a solid foundation knowledge of the basics.
Corporately funded for Wiltshire Council employees.
Each bite-session is just £30 for others, delivering excellent value.
Will I be assessed?
There are no formal assessments or examinations.
Bite-sessions are open to everyone, including non-council employees.
Will I gain a qualification?
Bite-size topics
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Beginners bite-size
PivotTables/Charts
Conditional formatting
Advanced filters
Forms
Logical formulas (IF, AND, TRUE)
Cell, worksheet & workbook protection
LOOKUP functions (HLOOKUP, VLOOKUP)
Bite-size sessions do not lead to a qualification, but can certainly pave the way
to gaining a single unit qualification in Excel or a full qualification (ITQ level 1 or
2) awarded by the British Computer Society, with some further study.
Funding may be available for those wishing to gain a qualification, subject to
meeting eligibility criteria. Contact us to discuss your circumstances and we can
advise.
Bookings and further information
Call the Learning in Wiltshire team on 01225 713183 or email us at
[email protected]