1 day | Class based & Online

This course provides participants with the essential skills needed to use Microsoft SharePoint effectively for document management and team collaboration. Designed for both new users and those who regularly work with SharePoint, the program focuses on adding, editing, and managing documents, as well as navigating and maintaining lists and libraries. Participants will gain practical knowledge of SharePoint’s core functions to improve accuracy, productivity, and information governance across their organisation.

Course Content:

1. Introduction to SharePoint for Modern Collaboration
   Gain a clear understanding of SharePoint’s purpose and structure, learn how it differs from OneDrive, navigate team sites with confidence, and follow sites to stay connected to relevant information.
2. Managing Documents in SharePoint Libraries
   Work effectively with document libraries by creating folders, generating new files, and using online and desktop apps. Apply essential document management practices including autosave, co-authoring, check-in/check-out, moving and copying files, sharing securely, reviewing access, and restoring previous versions.
3. Creating and Managing SharePoint Lists
   Build and customise lists using various column types, apply different view options, and enhance list readability with conditional formatting to support data-driven workflows.
4. Designing Pages and Using Web Parts
   Create and structure modern SharePoint pages by adding sections and configuring web parts such as text, images, people, quick links, and weather. Edit, rearrange, and publish pages to improve site communication and engagement.
5. Working with Views for Enhanced Navigation and Reporting
   Create, save, and customise views to control how information is displayed, including calendar views that support task and event-based workflows.
6. Effective Searching in SharePoint Online
   Use powerful search tools to locate sites, documents, and information quickly, and refine search results to improve accuracy and productivity.

Learning Objectives:

By the end of this SharePoint End User course, participants will be able to:

• Navigate SharePoint sites, lists, and libraries effectively to access information and manage content with confidence.
• Edit, manage, and maintain Office documents within SharePoint using both online and desktop applications.
• Organise and structure files efficiently through well-managed libraries, folders, and version control tools.
• Collaborate seamlessly with colleagues by sharing documents, co-authoring in real time, and managing access permissions.
• Use SharePoint lists to store, view, and manage data in structured formats that support team workflows and reporting.