‘Microsoft Word Advanced’ Overview
During this 1-day Advanced Word course you will learn the skill that are necessary to create professional and polished documents. You will learn advanced tasks in Microsoft word, such as, templates, master documents, indexing, bookmarks, endnotes, footnotes and much more. This course also teaches you how to perform complex merges, import data from other programs and advanced automation through the use of fields, forms and macros.
Course Code: WRDADV
Duration: 1 Day
‘Microsoft Word Advanced’ Audience
This course is primarily aimed at people who need to know how to use the more advanced features of Microsoft Word, including document automation, outlining, working with longer documents, and merging.
‘Microsoft Word Advanced’ Prerequisites
Students should have completed Microsoft Word for Beginners and Word Intermediate training courses or have a good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and document creation.
'Microsoft Word Advanced' Modules
Module 1: Templates
- Understanding Templates
- Using a Sample Template
- Downloading an Online Template
- Creating a Template
- Modifying a Template
- Using a Custom Template
- Attaching a Template to a Document
- Copying Styles Between Templates
- Creating a Template from a Template
- Tips for Developing Templates
Module 2: Section Breaks
- Understanding Section Breaks
- Inserting a Next Page Section Break
- Inserting a Continuous Section Break
- Inserting an Even Page Section Break
- Inserting an Odd Page Section Break
Module 3: Fields
- Understanding Fields
- The Field Dialog Box
- Inserting a Document Information Field
- Setting Field Properties
- Showing and Hiding Field Codes
- Showing and Hiding Field Shading
- Inserting Formula Fields
- Inserting a Date and Time Field
- Updating Fields Automatically When Printing
- Locking and Unlocking Fields
- Applying a Number Format
Module 4: Master Documents
- Understanding Master Documents
- Understanding Subdocuments
- Creating a Master Document
- Creating Subdocuments
- Working with Master Document Views
- Inserting Subdocuments
- Formatting a Master Document
- Editing Subdocuments
- Merging Subdocuments
- Splitting Subdocuments
- Deleting Subdocuments
- Building a Table of Contents
- Printing a Master Document
Module 5: Table of Contents
- Understanding Tables of Contents
- Inserting a Table of Contents
- Navigating with a Table of Contents
- Updating Page Numbers
- Updating a Table of Contents
- Customising a Table of Contents
- Formatting a Table of Contents
Module 6: Bookmarks
- Creating Bookmarks
- Navigating with Bookmarks
- Deleting Bookmarks
Module 7: Indexing
- Understanding Indexing
- Marking Index Entries
- Creating an AutoMark File
- Marking Index Entries with an AutoMark File
- Removing Marked Entries
- Generating an Index
- Modifying the Index Format
- Updating an Index
Module 8: Tracking Changes
- Understanding Tracking Changes
- Enabling and Disabling Tracked Changes
- Switching Between Simple Markup and All Markup
- Using Comments in Tracked Changes
- Showing and Hiding Markup
- Showing Revisions Inline and in Balloons
- Advanced Tracking Options
- Accepting and Rejecting Changes
Module 9: Protecting Documents
- Understanding Document Protection
- Making a Document Read Only
- Working with a Read Only Document
- Restricting Formatting
- Working with Formatting Restrictions
- Restricting Editing
- Making Exceptions
- Stopping Document Protection
- Applying an Open Document Password
- Applying a Modify Document Password
Module 10: Macros
- Understanding Macros in Word
- Setting Macro Security
- Saving a Document as Macro-Enabled
- Recording a Macro
- Running a Macro
- Assigning a Macro to the Toolbar
- Assigning a Keyboard Shortcut to a Macro
- Editing a Macro
- Creating a MacroButton Field
- Copying a Macro
- Deleting a Macro
- Tips for Developing Macros
Module 11: Interactive Fields
- Understanding Interactive Fields
- Inserting a FILLIN Field
- Typing Field Codes into a Document
- Activating Interactive Fields
- Inserting an ASK Field
- Using REF to Display Bookmarks
- Activating Fields Automatically
Module 12: Setting Word Options
- Understanding Word Options
- Personalising Word
- Setting Display Options
- Understanding File Locations
- Setting File Locations
- Understanding Save Options
- Setting Save Options
Module 13: Electronic Forms
- Understanding Electronic Forms in Word
- Creating the Form Layout
- Understanding Content Controls
- Displaying the Developer Tab
- Inserting Text Controls
- Setting Content Control Properties
- Inserting the Date Picker Control
- Inserting Prompt Text
- Inserting Formulas
- Inserting a Combo Box Control
- Inserting a Drop Down List Control
- Protecting and Saving the Form
- Using an Electronic Form
- Editing a Protected Form
Module 14: Cross-Referencing
- Creating Cross-References
- Deleting Cross-References
Module 15: Footnotes And Endnotes
- Understanding Footnotes And Endnotes
- Inserting Footnotes
- Inserting Endnotes
- Locating Footnotes And Endnotes
- The Footnote And Endnote Dialog Box
- Changing The Number Format
- Converting Footnotes And Endnotes
- Deleting Footnotes And Endnotes
Why Take a Microsoft Word Advanced Course?
Microsoft Word is a powerful tool — but many professionals only scratch the surface of its capabilities. Our Microsoft Word Advanced course is designed to help you go beyond basic document formatting and learn how to automate tasks, structure large documents, and use templates and macros like a pro. Whether you work in admin, legal, education, or business, this course gives you the tools to streamline workflows and produce polished, professional documents efficiently.
What You’ll Learn in Word Advanced
- Create and customise reusable templates for consistent document design
- Manage long documents using master documents and subdocuments
- Insert and update a Table of Contents, bookmarks, and indexes
- Use advanced fields, cross-referencing, and automation features
- Record and use macros to speed up repetitive formatting tasks
- Track changes, protect documents, and design interactive forms
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course suitable for beginners?
This course is designed for users who already have a solid understanding of Microsoft Word. We recommend completing our Word for Beginners and Word Intermediate courses first, or having equivalent real-world experience.
Is Microsoft Word Advanced available online?
Yes, this course is available as a live virtual session or as an in-person course in selected cities across Australia and New Zealand.
What version of Microsoft Word is covered?
This course focuses on Microsoft Word within the Microsoft 365 suite, but is also applicable to Word 2019 with minimal feature differences.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes. All attendees receive a Certificate of Completion, acknowledging their participation and the skills gained in the Microsoft Word Advanced course.
New to Word? Start with our Microsoft Word for Beginners course.
Continue your learning with our Word Intermediate course or browse all Microsoft 365 training.
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FREE Email Support
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FREE Re-sits within 10 Months
Once you've attended any of our public courses, you can re-sit the same course as many times as you like within the next 10 months, as long as your re-sit course has reached the minimum number of paid attendees required to go ahead.
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All 3grow courses include plenty of hands-on experience, delivered via a combination of instructor-led follow-along demos and comprehensive lab exercises.
Personal Class Sizes
Although we allow a maximum of only 10 attendees on our public courses, the average is around 5 students, therefore each participant will leave the course feeling like they received the personal attention they deserve.
