Microsoft Office driver's license with job-related German language training

The course initially teaches the theoretical content from the most common business fields, including job-related German language support. Basic IT skills and knowledge of how to use various MS Office programs are also a prerequisite for efficient work in professional life. Companies look for proof of secure Office skills to ensure the efficient use of their computer applications. These skills are therefore explained in the course.
  • Certificates: Certificate "Microsoft Office driving license with job-related German language support"
  • Examination: Praxisbezogene Projektarbeit mit Abschlusspräsentation
    Zertifizierungsprüfung Berufsbezogene Deutschförderung
    Modulprüfungen Microsoft Office Führerschein
  • Teaching Times: Full-time
    Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:35 p.m. (in weeks with public holidays from 8:30 a.m. to 5:10 p.m.)
  • Language of Instruction: German
  • Duration: 16 Weeks

Job-related German language support for the commercial/technical sector

General language skills (approx. 1 day)

Repetition of important grammar topics and application of complex linguistic structures of German grammar

Reading and understanding texts from different areas, global and selective reading comprehension

Improving listening comprehension


Correspondence in a professional environment (approx. 2 days)

Layout and letter design

Contemporary salutations and letter introductions

Customer-oriented letters and e-mails

Reporting

Cover letters according to DIN 5008


Artificial intelligence (AI) in the work process

Presentation of specific AI technologies

and possible applications in the professional environment


Professional field of communication management (approx. 3 days)

Confident communication in the company

Forms of communication in teams

Meetings and presentations

Conflict management

Staff appraisals

Job interviews

Sales and consultation meetings

Writing offers

Trade fairs and product presentations

Complaints


Business career field (approx. 6 days)

Human resources, management and labor law

Finance and controlling

Payroll accounting


Professional field of marketing (approx. 6 days)

Advertising

Market analysis and market research

Online marketing and e-commerce


Company processes (approx. 9 days)

Restructuring, process management, process changes

Digital transformation

Changes in energy management and environmental protection

Project management


Occupational field logistics and trade (approx. 8 days)

production

Purchasing

Delivery and transportation

Retail trade


Project work, certification preparation and certification examination (approx. 5 days)

Computer basics

Computer basics (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

The computer and its components

First steps in the browser (profiles, synchronization, privacy options)

Operating systems and software

Getting started with Windows 11 (clipboard history, virtual desktop)

Using Windows 11 apps

Working with desktop apps and windows

Getting to know File Explorer, file storage

Searching for and managing files and folders

Cloud storage (OneDrive/alternatives)

Making system settings

Useful apps

Printing with Windows 11

Important key combinations

Networks (WLAN, hotspot)

Access to public networks (VPN basics)

Password protection and data security management

Protection against viruses and malware

Ergonomic and environmental protection aspects

Comparison of classic search vs. AI response

Word processing with Microsoft Word

Word processing with Word (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

Basics of text input and processing

Character, paragraph, page and document formatting

Numbering and structuring

Using format templates

Using tables, graphics and shapes

Saving, printing and protecting documents

Creating texts, letters and serial letters

Editing and correction functions

Designing page layouts and multi-page documents

Checking accessibility (ALT texts, check tool)

AI as a writing coach (shortening/rewording with clear style guidelines)

Spreadsheet calculation with Microsoft Excel

Spreadsheet calculation with Excel (full-time 10 days/part-time 20 days)

Basics of table editing

Working with formulas and functions

Formatting cells, editing and printing tables

Filling, moving and copying (auto-fill, flash preview)

Sorting and filtering data

Calculating with date and time

Creating and editing charts

Chart templates and chart layouts

Manage workbooks (sheet protection, workbook protection)

Use individual print settings

Using Excel templates

Formula help and troubleshooting with AI

Online basics with Internet browsers and Outlook

Online basics with Internet browsers and Outlook (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

Internet, web and e-mail

Insight into the Internet

Working securely on the Internet (private mode, tracking protection, cookies)

Data protection and copyright

Online shopping and banking

Online communities and social networks

Getting to know Outlook

Creating and sending emails

Receiving and managing emails

Keeping track of emails (search, folders/categories)

Working with contacts and address book

Creating appointments and meetings

Create and manage tasks

Phishing analysis with AI based on anonymized sample emails

Presentations with Microsoft PowerPoint

Presentations with PowerPoint (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

Get to know the user interface

Basics of working with presentations

Editing placeholders with text content

Copying and moving elements

Views and view areas

Working with different slide elements

Screen presentations

Text design (text fields, text markers, character formatting)

Using animations (transitions, music/sounds, video sequences, external links)

Working with your own templates (slide masters, design variants)

Printing and managing presentations

Creating and designing drawing objects

Using graphics and media clips

Placing and aligning objects

Organizational charts and other SmartArt graphics

Creating and designing diagrams

Accessibility (reading order, contrast, ALT texts)

Storyline design with AI

 

IT security

IT security (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

Basic knowledge of cybercrime

Dealing with data and security

Network structures

Security in networks

Software updates

Encryption and password protection (two-factor authentication, passkeys)

Common malware

Targeted protection against viruses and malware

Use antivirus software and firewall

Data protection and backups

Phishing emails and social engineering

Secure communication on the Internet

Security on the internet and when using online services and social media

Incident management and responding to security incidents

Social engineering simulator: Analyze AI-generated phishing emails with triggers

Databases with Microsoft Access

Databases with Access (full-time 5 days/part-time 10 days)

What is Access?

Working with databases

Creating and managing databases

Creating and editing tables

Entering and editing data in tables

Relationships between tables

Field properties (data types, validation rules)

Searching, replacing and sorting data

Working with filters

Entering and editing data in forms

Creating forms (manually)

Working with queries

Creating queries

Editing database objects

Creating reports and labels

Working with reports

Defining indices

Printing data

AI as query coach: planning and formulating queries



Changes are possible. The course content is updated regularly.

General knowledge of German (B1) is a prerequisite for participation in the course.

The course provides you with the necessary know-how to work as a commercial and technical specialist. In addition to content on organization, management and administration, the course includes job-related German language training. You will learn how to draft business correspondence in accordance with current regulations and how to communicate confidently both internally and externally. The theoretical content from the most common business fields is supplemented by language components to ensure integration into the German job market.

You will also have a basic understanding of important components of information and communication technology as well as basic skills in the areas of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation, internet and communication, IT security and databases. You will also learn how to use browser-based AI tools (e.g. ChatGPT, Copilot Chat) in a considered and secure manner.

The course is aimed at anyone who would like to acquire basic knowledge of basic computer operation and the use of certain software (MS Office) or refresh their knowledge and improve their German language skills in advance.

Basic IT skills and knowledge of how to use various MS Office programs are also a prerequisite for successful and efficient work in professional life.

Your meaningful certificate provides a detailed insight into the qualifications you have acquired and improves your career prospects.

Didactic concept

Your lecturers are highly qualified both professionally and didactically and will teach you from the first to the last day (no self-study system).

You will learn in effective small groups. The courses usually consist of 6 to 25 participants. The general lessons are supplemented by numerous practical exercises in all course modules. The practice phase is an important part of the course, as it is during this time that you process what you have just learned and gain confidence and routine in its application. The final section of the course involves a project, a case study or a final exam.

 

Virtual classroom alfaview®

Lessons take place using modern alfaview® video technology - either from the comfort of your own home or at our premises at Bildungszentrum. The entire course can see each other face-to-face via alfaview®, communicate with each other in lip-sync voice quality and work on joint projects. Of course, you can also see and talk to your connected trainers live at any time and you will be taught by your lecturers in real time for the entire duration of the course. The lessons are not e-learning, but real live face-to-face lessons via video technology.

 

The courses at alfatraining are funded by Agentur für Arbeit and are certified in accordance with the AZAV approval regulation. When submitting a Bildungsgutscheinor Aktivierungs- und Vermittlungsgutschein, the entire course costs are usually covered by your funding body.
Funding is also possible via Europäischen Sozialfonds (ESF), Deutsche Rentenversicherung (DRV) or regional funding programs. As a regular soldier, you have the option of attending further training courses via Berufsförderungsdienst (BFD). Companies can also have their employees qualified via funding from Agentur für Arbeit (Qualifizierungschancengesetz).

We will gladly advise you free of charge.

0800 3456-500 Mon. - Fri. from 8 am to 5 pm
free of charge from all German networks.

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We will gladly advise you free of charge. 0800 3456-500 Mon. - Fri. from 8 am to 5 pm free of charge from all German networks.