Digital skills for all
Explore this collection of free digital skills courses for civil servants.
Make the most of your digital tools - Awareness level
Time-saving computer hacks
Some quick-bite videos from Department for Work and Pensions’ Digital Capability and Confidence Team - designed to boost your IT confidence - and make everyday tasks easier and quicker to complete.Â
Learning online: Communicating and collaborating
A course from the University of Leeds to help you master the skills needed to learn and communicate effectively in an online environment.
A small jump into Agile
This course helps you understand the Agile working approach used for digital projects across government.
Microsoft Excel foundation
A collection of learning options designed to help you master the basics of Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel pivot mastery and Meet Copilot
Learn to create and customise pivot tables and dashboards as well as about Power Pivot and data analysis
Microsoft 365 training and resources hub
Master M365 tools with this training hub curated for civil servants. Access quick videos and guides to help you up-skill in apps like Excel and Copilot.
Google Workspace Learning Center
Master Google Workspace with this comprehensive training hub. Access guides to help you up-skill in apps like Gmail and Gemini.
Microsoft tutorials
Make the most of your digital tools - Working level
Working together
Master MS Teams and Outlook for professional collaboration. Learn to manage chats, calls, meetings, shared fies and your digital presence effectively.
Working safely and securely
Protect your digital identity and data. Learn to verify Wi-Fi and websites, spot phishing, create strong passwords and use shortcuts to lock your device.
Microsoft Excel intermediate
Learn to automate calculations, audit for accuracy, and create narrative-driven visuals to support effective decision-making across the Civil Service.
Microsoft tutorials
Meet accessibility standards - Awareness level
Introduction to accessibility
Learn the why of accessibility with DHSC shared resources. Explore moral and legal drivers for inclusive, equitable services.
Meet accessibility standards - Working Level
Creating accessible Excel spreadsheets
Understand how to fulfil legal accessibility requirements by making your Excel spreadsheets accessible.
Creating accessible PowerPoint presentations
Learn how to make your PowerPoint presentations accessible to meet your legal requirements.
Creating accessible Word documents
This course will show you how to make your Microsoft Word documents accessible and meet legal requirements.
Store and share your information - Awareness level
Get started with Microsoft OneDrive and Meet Copilot
Learn about Microsoft OneDrive and its advanced tools such as version history, and the way it works with Microsoft Office apps and SharePoint.
Store and share your information - Working level
Going further with Microsoft SharePoint online
Master some of the more advanced features of SharePoint Online including how it works with other Microsoft apps.
Managing information
Manage Outlook, OneDrive and SharePoint. Streamline your digital workspace, enhance collaboration, and store files in the Microsoft 365 suite.
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