Intro to PowerPoint

Learn to build and format basic PowerPoint presentations

6-Hour Course (One-Day)

On-Site, Virtual, or Hybrid

6 –

16 Participants from your Organization

Course Description

Our Intro to PowerPoint workshop is designed for individuals who are new to Microsoft PowerPoint or need a refresher on how to create simple, professional presentations. Participants will explore key features such as adding and organizing slides, inserting text and images, using design themes, and preparing presentations for delivery. This practical training provides the foundational skills needed to build and share slide decks with confidence.

Who Will Benefit

Staff who need to create basic presentations
Admin assistants and coordinators
Employees switching from other presentation tools
Professionals presenting to internal or external audiences
Team leads or project managers
Anyone looking to improve presentation formatting skills

Learning Objectives

Navigate the PowerPoint interface with ease
Create new presentations using templates and blank slides
Format text and shapes effectively
Insert images, icons, and other visual elements
Apply themes, transitions, and basic animations
Save and share presentations in various formats

Content Overview

Getting Started with PowerPoint

Understanding the ribbon and interface
Creating new presentations
Working with PowerPoint templates

Slide Creation and Formatting

Adding and organizing slides
Inserting and formatting text
Using placeholders and bullet points

Visual Elements and Design

Adding images, icons, and shapes
Working with SmartArt and charts
Applying themes and slide backgrounds

Transitions and Animations

Basic transitions between slides
Simple object animations
Best practices for effects

Preparing for Presentation

Using Slide Sorter and Presenter View
Printing and exporting slides
Saving as PDF or sharing online

Format and Delivery

This instructor-led course is delivered in a hands-on format that allows participants to follow along with live demonstrations and practice key tasks in real time. Sessions are available in-person or virtually, and learners will receive supporting materials including step-by-step guides and practice files. This course is offered in a one-day (6-hour) format.

Customization

All of our instructor-led training programs can be customized to meet your organization’s specific goals, industry challenges, and team dynamics. Whether you’re looking to include real workplace examples, tailor the content to your sector, or integrate internal processes and terminology, we work closely with you to create a relevant and impactful learning experience. We also offer flexibility in course length—sessions can be adapted into shorter overviews or expanded into multi-day workshops based on your team’s availability and learning objectives.