PROFICIENCY CERTIFICATE IN COMPUTER APPLICATION PACKAGES

Course 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 comprehensive training in advanced features and functionalities of key computer application packages, including word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, and database management.

Week 1-2:  Word Processing (Microsoft Word or Google Docs)

• Document Formatting and Layout
• Advanced Styles and Themes
• Customizing Headers, Footers, and Page Numbers
• Working with Sections and Columns
• Advanced Editing and Review Tools
• Track Changes and Comments
• Using Templates and Macros
• Managing Large Documents (Table of Contents, Indexing)
• Practical Exercises: Creating and formatting professional reports, research papers, and complex documents

Week 3-4:  Spreadsheet Management (Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets)

• Complex Formulas and Functions
• Advanced Mathematical, Statistical, and Logical Functions
• Nested Functions and Conditional Formatting
• Data Analysis Tools
• Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts
• Data Validation and Consolidation
• Using Solver and What-If Analysis Tools
• Practical Exercises: Performing data analysis, creating dynamic reports, and automating tasks using macros

Week 5-6:  Presentation Techniques (Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides)

• Designing Engaging Presentations
• Custom Themes and Templates
• Using Advanced Animation and Transition Effects
• Incorporating Multimedia (Audio, Video, and Graphics)
• Collaborative Features and Presentation Tools
• Working with Comments and Real-Time Collaboration
• Integrating with Other Applications (Excel, Word)
• Delivering and Timing Presentations
• Practical Exercises: Developing professional presentations with advanced features for business or educational purposes

Week 7-8: Database Management (Microsoft Access or Google Sheets/Forms)

• Database Fundamentals
• Designing Database Schemas and Tables
• Setting Up Relationships and Keys
• Using Queries to Retrieve Data
• Advanced Database Features
• Creating and Customizing Forms and Reports
• Automating Tasks with Macros
• Managing and Securing Data
• Practical Exercises: Creating and managing databases for different use cases, generating reports, and automating data entry

Week 9-10: Integrated Office Applications

• Integrating Applications
• Linking Data Between Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access
• Embedding and Importing Data Across Applications
• Using Mail Merge and Other Automation Tools
• Customizing and Automating Office Environments
• Using Macros Across Applications
• Customizing Ribbons and Quick Access Toolbars
• Advanced Printing and Exporting Options
• Practical Exercises: Creating integrated projects that utilize multiple application packages for comprehensive business solutions

Week 11-12: Capstone Project and Professional Development

• Capstone Project
• Design and Develop a Comprehensive Project Using Multiple Application Packages
• Apply Advanced Features and Integration Techniques
• Project Presentation and Evaluation
• Career Development
• Building a Portfolio of Advanced Computer Application Projects
• Job Search Strategies and Networking in Administrative and IT Roles
• Exploring Further Learning and Certification Opportunities

Final Week: Course Review and Assessment

• Comprehensive Review
• Review of Key Concepts and Skills
• Final Assessment
• Written and Practical Evaluation Based on the Capstone Project and Course Content

Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, students will receive a "Proficiency Certificate in Advanced Computer Application Packages," recognizing their ability to use advanced features in key software applications for professional and business purposes.