Course Offerings

Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 365

This introductory Microsoft PowerPoint training course is designed for anyone ready to transform their ideas into clear, engaging presentations. Whether you are a student preparing for class projects, a professional sharing reports at work or a community leader organizing events, this course equips you with the skills to confidently use Microsoft PowerPoint. No prior experience is needed – just a willingness to learn and create.

Throughout the course, you explore PowerPoint from the ground up, starting with the user interface and basic file management. You then build and format slides, add multimedia elements and incorporate tools like SmartArt and charts to bring your content to life. By the end, you are able to design polished presentations and deliver them effectively – live or recorded. This course is a valuable first step for anyone pursuing a career in business, education, communications or any field where clear, compelling visual communication is essential.

Course Objectives

Gain the knowledge and skills to confidently use Microsoft PowerPoint to create presentations

Outline of Instruction

A First Look at PowerPoint

Creating a Presentation

Working with Layouts, Themes and Masters

Formatting Text and Text Boxes

Incorporating Pictures

Drawing and Arranging Lines and Shapes

Creating Tables and SmartArt

Creating Charts

Applying Transitions and Animations

Incorporating Audio and Video Content

Delivering a Presentation

Creating Support Materials

Contact Hours

CEUs

Industry Standard, State or National Certification

Certification

None

Website

None

Certification Learning Outcomes/Requirements

CE or CU Articulation

Prerequisites

N/A

Learning Supplies Needed

Hardware requirements:
This course can be taken on either a PC or a Mac.

Software requirements:
PC: Windows 10 or later
Mac: macOS 12 or later
Browser: The latest version of Firefox, Chrome or Safari browsers (although Firefox or Chrome is preferred)
Microsoft PowerPoint 365 for Windows or Microsoft PowerPoint for Mac (Microsoft PowerPoint 365 Online can also be used for some activities.)
Adobe Acrobat Reader
Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:
Email capabilities and access to a personal email account

Instructional material requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Clinical Site/Special Facilities

N/A

Requirements for Successful Completion

90% attendance
Students must pass 10 quizzes with a minimum grade of 70% by the second quiz attempt. If all quizzes are not passed with 70% or better by the second attempt, the final exam score must be 70% or higher on the first attempt. The final exam must be taken by the Wake Tech course end date.