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Microsoft Powerpoint
Certification Course

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Course Overview

Our Microsoft PowerPoint certification training course is designed to equip students with the skills needed to create dynamic, professional presentations. Covering everything from the basics of PowerPoint's user interface to advanced features like animations, transitions, and collaboration tools, this course prepares individuals to confidently sit for the Microsoft PowerPoint certification exam through Certiport. By the end of the course, students will be able to design visually engaging presentations, utilize multimedia elements, and present with confidence, making them more effective communicators in both academic and professional settings.

A picture of the Microsoft Powerpoint badge given by Certiport upon completion of the certification exam.

Upon completion, students will receive this badge from Microsoft.

In-depth Description

The Microsoft PowerPoint certification training course provides comprehensive instruction for students looking to gain official certification from Microsoft through Certiport. This course is designed to take participants from the basics of creating a presentation to mastering advanced features that elevate their work, preparing them thoroughly for the certification exam.

 

The course begins with an introduction to PowerPoint, helping students familiarize themselves with the software's core purpose and its impact on visual communication. It also covers the installation and setup process, ensuring that students can access PowerPoint on various platforms, including Windows, Mac, and mobile devices.

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Students will start by learning to create presentations from scratch, choosing between blank presentations and pre-designed templates. They'll explore adding and managing different slide types, understanding how to insert new slides quickly and efficiently. As they progress, students will learn how to apply and customize themes and layouts, making their presentations aesthetically pleasing and structured.

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A significant portion of the course is dedicated to working with content. Students will become proficient in adding and formatting text, inserting multimedia elements like images, videos, and audio, and optimizing these for professional results. These skills are complemented by lessons on using animations and slide transitions to ensure smooth flow and visual interest throughout the presentation.

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The course emphasizes presentation best practices, teaching students to engage their audience effectively, manage timing and pacing, and utilize PowerPoint’s Presenter View for a more professional delivery. Students will also explore advanced features, such as collaborating in real time using OneDrive and SharePoint, and exporting presentations in various formats for diverse uses, including printing and video creation.

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To enhance real-world readiness, the course incorporates troubleshooting tips, common formatting and multimedia issues, and additional resources for further learning. Throughout the training, students will work on practical projects, reinforcing their knowledge and building a portfolio of presentations that reflect their new skills.

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By completing this course, students will not only develop the expertise to pass the Microsoft PowerPoint certification exam but also gain the confidence to use PowerPoint effectively in various professional scenarios. The certification, issued by Microsoft through Certiport, validates a student’s proficiency in PowerPoint and serves as a recognized credential that can significantly boost career opportunities in fields requiring strong presentation and communication skills.

Course Modules

I. Intro to Powerpoint

  • Definition: PowerPoint is a presentation software developed by Microsoft, used to create slideshows composed of text, images, graphs, and videos.

  • Purpose: Designed to facilitate visual communication, making it easier to present information in a structured manner.

  • ​Importance & Practical Usage

    • Enhances presentations through visual aids.

    • Improves audience engagement and retention of information.

    • Allows for multimedia integration.

III. Creating a Presentation 

  • Options: Blank presentation or templates.

  • Saving: Best practices for naming and file formats (.pptx).

  • Types of Slides: Title, content, blank, etc.

  • Inserting New Slides: Using the Ribbon or keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl + M)

V. Adding Content

  • Adding Text Boxes: Positioning and formatting text.

  • Font Styles: Bold, italics, bullet points, and alignment options.

  • Inserting Images: Sourcing from files or online.

  • Adding Videos and Audio: Embedding or linking multimedia elements.

VII. Presenting Your Slides

  • Slide Show View: Full-screen presentation.

  • Presenter View: Shows speaker notes and upcoming slides.

  • Engaging the Audience: Tips on maintaining interest.

  • Timing and Pacing: Keeping a steady rhythm throughout the presentation.

IX. Tips & Trouble Shooting

  • Fixing Formatting Problems: Tips for consistent styles.

  • Dealing with Multimedia Issues: Ensuring compatibility and performance.

  • Resources: Online tutorials, courses, and communities for further learning.

  • Practice: Importance of rehearsing presentations.

II. Getting Started

  • Ribbon: Contains tabs (Home, Insert, Design, etc.) for different functionalities.

  • Slides Pane: Displays all slides in the presentation.

  • Slide Area: Main workspace where content is added.

  • Notes Pane: Area for speaker notes.

IV. Designing Slides

  • Selecting Themes: Pre-designed styles to enhance aesthetics.

  • Customizing Themes: Adjusting colors, fonts, and effects.

  • Different Layouts: Understanding the purpose of each layout type.

  • Customizing Layouts: Modifying existing layouts to fit content.

VI. Animations & Transitions

  • Types of Animations: Entrance, emphasis, exit effects.

  • Applying Animations: Timing and order of animations.

  • Purpose: Smoothly transitioning between slides.

  • Options: Fade, push, wipe, and more.

VIII. Advanced Features

  • Sharing Presentations: Using OneDrive and SharePoint.

  • Co-authoring: Real-time collaboration features.

  • Exporting Options: PDF, video formats, and other file types.

  • Printing Slides: Different formats and settings.

X. Conclusion

  • Summary of PowerPoint's functionality and applications.

  • Reinforcement of best practices in design and presentation.

  • Exploring advanced tools like PowerPoint Designer and integrating with other Office applications.

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