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Jun 23 - Aug 27, 2026
Microsoft Office Essentials – Word, PowerPoint, & Excel
Monday, Juun 22, 2026 to Wednesday, Julaay 29, 2026
Monday:
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday:
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Students may receive a free laptop with this course, based on meeting eligibility requirements. * Full course completion is required.
Please complete our application first in the 'How to Participate' section. The application is also available on our website, techforsuccess.org.
Microsoft Software Essentials provides learners with comprehensive training in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Participants will develop proficiency in creating and formatting documents, spreadsheets, and presentations, enabling them to navigate these essential software tools with ease. From understanding document organization and formatting in Microsoft Word to acquiring data entry and calculation skills in Excel, and finally, creating impactful presentations with PowerPoint, this course ensures participants are well-equipped with the foundational skills necessary for success in various professional settings. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience, covering everything from creating and saving documents to advanced formatting techniques and effective collaboration through the sharing of documents and presentations. Upon completion, participants will have the skills needed to thrive in workplaces where Microsoft Office proficiency is essential.
Course is offered year-round. Scheduled dates will be listed on our website here.
The in-person instructor led course is at our headquarters in Minneapolis.
In addition to the application, please complete our pre-essentials course assessment here.
This course is only offered in person at our headquarters in Minneapolis. We do not offer this course online.
Course Level: Introductory Beginner
After you complete our course and pass the exam, we offer career exploration and job support through our MTFS Gather Program.
How to Participate
For more information about Minnesota Tech for Success, please visit our information session here.
The first step is to complete our application here.
Once the application is complete, we will contact you directly to proceed with the enrollment steps.
In addition to the application, please complete our pre-essentials course assessment here.
Office visits are by appointment only.
Visit our website here.
Outcomes
Students will receive a certificate of course completion
Students who complete the course, will have the skills needed to thrive in workplaces where Microsoft Office proficiency is essential.
Program Costs
A combination of public and private grants through our employment service providers partners enables most MTFS students to enroll in training at no cost. Grant eligibility is determined by various criteria, including being an individual of color, lacking a high school diploma, experiencing unstable housing, being unemployed for 15 or more weeks within the past 52 weeks, or having a criminal record. Additional eligibility factors include having an income at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), living with disabilities, or possessing limited skills proficiency. Other qualifying conditions include receiving unemployment benefits (UI), TANF/MFIP/DWP, SNAP, free or reduced lunch, or SSI/SSDI benefits. Students may also qualify if they have a basic skills deficiency, are qualified military spouses, or are affected by non-work-related injuries or illnesses.
For students currently enrolled in MN WIOA workforce development programs, Minnesota Tech for Success is licensed by the Minnesota Office of Higher Education, WIOA-approved, and can be found on the Eligible Training Provider List (ETPL). Speak with your employment counselor about co-enrolling to support this MTFS training.
Who to Contact for More Information
Name
Jared Fessler
Phone
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