This practical course strengthens digital skills for modern office life. It teaches basic and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office as well as certifiable ICDL modules. The focus is on the safe and efficient use of digital tools, which makes daily work in a digital environment easier.

It is suitable for those returning to work and for qualifying for administrative tasks. The modular structure allows content to be flexibly adapted and specifically expanded. This means that digital skills can be developed as needed and deepened in a sustainable manner.

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  • The focus is on basic digital skills for everyday working life. The course teaches computer skills, confident file handling, and digital and online communication. The content is practical, internationally recognized, and specifically prepares students for ICDL certification. Digital skills form the basis for modern working methods and the use of AI.

    Certification: ICDL Workforce Base

  • The course teaches the basics of working with the Windows operating system. Topics include file management, using the internet, and important online functions. Digital security plays a central role. The course concludes with the ICDL "Computer & Online Essentials" exam.

    Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation & ICDL Computer & Online Essentials

  • Professional word processing with Microsoft Word is taught in a practical manner. Content includes basic and advanced functions such as text formatting, document templates, and form letters. The ICDL word processing exam is included and serves as official proof of competence.

    Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation & ICDL Word Processing

  • Excel is explained and explored in depth from the ground up in a practical manner. Participants learn how to structure tables, use formulas, and evaluate data clearly. Upon completion, participants receive the internationally recognized ICDL certification for spreadsheets.

    Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation & ICDL Spreadsheet

  • The focus is on creating clear presentations with PowerPoint. Simple design rules, the use of animations and media, and targeted preparation for the ICDL "Presentations" exam are taught.

    Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation & ICDL Presentations

  • Digital skills are specifically developed for modern everyday working life. The focus is on secure online collaboration, data protection, and basic IT security. All content is practice-oriented and meets the current requirements of the digital working world.

    Certification: ICDL Workforce

  • Digital collaboration is the focus of this training course. It covers modern tools for cloud use, project organization, and online communication. Practical content promotes efficient teamwork. The internationally recognized ICDL certification is included and strengthens digital skills for the job market.

    Certification: ICDL Digital Collaboration Fundamentals
  • The fundamentals of IT security are taught in a practical manner. The focus is on typical dangers on the Internet and effective protective measures for digital systems. Topics covered include secure passwords, dealing with malware, and protecting networks. The course concludes with the ICDL IT Security exam.

    Certification: ICDL IT Security
  • Basic knowledge of data protection in the digital environment is taught. The focus is on legal requirements and their practical application in everyday work. The ICDL "Data Protection" certification is part of the course and officially confirms the skills acquired.

    Certification: ICDL Data Protection

  • Outlook is taught in a practical and understandable way. This allows you to organize your emails, appointments, and tasks clearly. This makes your everyday work easier and improves digital communication and efficient time management.

    Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation

  • Microsoft Teams supports digital collaboration in everyday work. The course covers chats, online meetings, and working together on files. The focus is on simple and secure use for efficient communication, teamwork, and modern working in companies.

    Certification: New Horizons certificate of participation
  • The basics of SharePoint are taught in a practical manner to enable users to organize documents digitally and share them with others. Content can be clearly structured, securely stored, and shared within a team. This makes collaboration more efficient and strengthens digital working practices within the company.

    Certification: New Horizons certificate of participation
  • Important skills for the modern working world are taught. Topics covered include the basics of AI, confident use of digital technologies, and building resilience in everyday working life. The aim is to strengthen confidence in one's actions and improve long-term career prospects.

    Certification: New Horizons certificate of participation
  • Four ICDL exam preparations and exams: This module provides targeted preparation for four ICDL exams and includes the official exams.
  • General and Business English (20 or 40 days): Participants improve their English skills for everyday professional life and international communication.

Start date: Individual start possible at
any timeDuration: 2.5 months full-time, part-time possible (total duration extends accordingly).
Implementation: Remote WalkIn® – short, practice-oriented learning units with video trainer. Personal mentor provides individual support throughout the entire training
programLocation: Either at the New Horizons Training Center or completely remote.

Target group:
The training is aimed at people who want to build or expand their digital skills for everyday office and administrative work. It is particularly aimed at:

  • Job seekers and people at risk of unemployment
  • People returning to work
  • Office, administrative, assistant, and clerical staff
  • Career changers interested in commercial or administrative activities
  • Employees who want to update and certify their digital skills

Prerequisite: No special IT knowledge
is required to participate. Prerequisites are:

  • Basic PC skills or initial experience in using computers and the internet
  • Willingness to work with digital applications and learn new things
  • Sufficient German language skills for everyday work
  • Motivation for professional development

Whether you are just starting out or want to refresh your knowledge, the modular content can be adapted to your individual level of knowledge and can be combined flexibly.

Funding:
AZAV-certified and eligible for funding via education vouchers from the Employment Agency and the Qualification Opportunities Act.

We are AZAV certified
. An individual continuing education strategy supports the targeted expansion of career prospects. The training plan is flexibly tailored to personal goals, prior knowledge, and labor market requirements.