PROFICIENCY DIPLOMA COURSE IN SHAREPOINT

Total Duration: 8 to 12 weeks (2 to 3 months)
Course Fee: 15,000 Kenyan Shillings

Weekly Commitment: Minimum of 2 hours per day
Course Overview:
This course provides in-depth training on SharePoint, focusing on how to use, manage, and customize SharePoint environments effectively. It covers topics from basic site setup to advanced features and customization.

Week 1-2: Introduction to SharePoint

• Overview of SharePoint
  • What is SharePoint?
  • Key Features and Benefits
  • SharePoint Versions and Deployment Options (Online, On-Premises)
• Basic Site Setup
  • Creating and Configuring SharePoint Sites
  • Understanding SharePoint Site Structure
  • Navigation and Site Settings
  • Practical Exercises

Week 3-4: Document Management and Libraries

• Document Libraries
  • Creating and Managing Document Libraries
  • Uploading, Organizing, and Versioning Documents
  • Metadata and Content Types
• Collaboration Features
  • Sharing and Permissions
  • Document Co-Authoring and Check-Out/Check-In
  • Practical Exercises

Week 5-6: Lists and Forms

• Creating and Managing Lists
  • List Types (Custom Lists, Task Lists, Calendars)
  • List Views and Filters
• Custom Forms
  • Using SharePoint Designer to Customize Forms
  • Form Validation and Rules
  • Practical Exercises

Week 7-8: SharePoint Workflows and Automation

• Introduction to Workflows
  • Workflow Basics and Types
  • Creating and Managing Workflows with SharePoint Designer
• Automation Features
  • Using Power Automate (formerly Microsoft Flow) with SharePoint
  • Automating Routine Tasks and Notifications
  • Practical Exercises

Week 9-10: Advanced Features and Customization

• Advanced Site Customization
  • Using Web Parts and Page Layouts
  • Branding and Theme Customization
• Integration with Microsoft 365
  • Integrating SharePoint with Microsoft Teams, OneDrive, and Outlook
  • Using SharePoint with PowerApps for Custom Applications
  • Practical Exercises

Week 11-12: SharePoint Administration and Security

• Site Administration
  • Managing Site Permissions and Security
  • Backup and Restore Options
• Monitoring and Reporting
  • Using SharePoint Analytics and Reporting Tools
  • Best Practices for Site Management
  • Practical Exercises

Course Review and Final Assessment

• Review of Key Concepts
  • Comprehensive Review of All Modules
  • Practice Projects
• Final Exam
  • Written Exam
  • Practical Project Presentation

Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a "Proficiency Diploma in SharePoint," recognizing their expertise and skills in managing and customizing SharePoint environments.