Siyakhula Computer School offers end-user computer training courses in Microsoft Office through our online or offline program. This includes training courses in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook 2019. With the help of our teachers and tutors, students can learn how to work with the programs and technology needed to create a work of art or send a professional email. Since the late 1990s, we have offered end-user computer training at our Computer School.
Registration fee R300
Level 1:
- Introduction to computers, mouse and keyboard skills
- Introduction to basic ICT theory, hardware and software
- Introduction to computer operating systems and Windows 7
- Introduction to Microsoft Word 2019
- Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2019
- Introduction to Email
- Introduction to the Internet
Full-time: Monday – Friday (half-day) for 2 weeks. Fees: R600 p/student.
Part-time: Saturdays (8am-1pm) for 6 Saturdays. Fees: R800 p/student.
Special Class: Flexible for 10 days. Fees: R900-R950 p/student.
Level 2:
- Intermediate Word processor skills (tables, diagrams, borders)
- Intermediate Excel skills (formulas, charts, calculations)
Full-time: Monday – Friday (half-day) for 2 weeks. Fees: R600 p/student.
Part-time: Saturdays (8am-1pm) for 6 Saturdays. Fees: R800 p/student.
Special Class: Flexible for 10 days. Fees: R900-R950 p/student.
Level 3:
- Introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint 2019
- Introduction to digital photography
- Personal Presentation skills
Full-time: Monday – Friday (half-day) for 1 week. Fees: R600 p/student.
Part-time: Saturdays (8am-1pm) for 4 Saturdays. Fees: R800 p/student.
Special Class: Flexible for 10 days. Fees: R900-R950 p/student.
Level 4:
- Introduction to Outlook
- Introduction to workplace etiquette, emails and calendars
- Workplace and organisational skills
Full-time: Monday – Friday (half-day) for 1 week. Fees: R600 p/student.
Part-time: Saturdays (8am-1pm) for 4 Saturdays. Fees: R800 p/student.
Special Class: Flexible for 10 days. Fees: R900-R950 p/student.
Level 5:
- Use Advanced tools and features in Microsoft PowerPoint 2019, Customize design, Work with Media
- Build advanced transitions and animation
- Finalize presentations, customize presentation, Secure and distribute a Presentation etc.
Full-time: Monday – Friday (half-day) for 2 weeks. Fees: R1100 p/student.
Part-time: Saturdays (8am-1pm) for 6 Saturdays. Fees: R1500 p/student.
Special Class: Flexible for 10 days. Fees: R1800 p/student.
Entry Requirements: Students must have a minimum comprehension of English with at least a Grade 10 pass in English. Practice computers are available outside of training time for students to use to improve their skills.