Course Description

Data Entry Tools and Techniques

This course provides essential data entry tools and techniques required to succeed in this field. We first explain the concept of data entry and establish its importance in various industries. We then provide the skills required to become a data entry professional. We go through step-by-step instructions that you can use to learn how to use the essential features and tools available in Microsoft Word to streamline your data entry processes and enhance productivity.

We then explore the basics and terminologies of using Microsoft Excel for data entry and show you how to use fundamental Excel formulas and functions. The course examines the concept and process of ‘web scraping’, which uses AI-driven bots to extract content from websites. We demonstrate how to use web scraping tools and cover the principles and applications of optical character recognition technology, voice recognition for hands-free data entry, popular voice recognition software and their features. This data entry training course also establishes the importance of adhering to guidelines and standards to maintain high-quality data entry. We also delve into essential data entry tools and techniques, such as proofreading and data cleansing, that aid in maintaining data quality. Finally, we teach you how to create an effective data entry portfolio and demonstrate the importance of its role in your professional life as such a portfolio will help you to land a data entry job. We will also provide practical tips and strategies you can use to apply for jobs, succeed in data entry interviews and much more.

Provider

alison

Target

  • Aspiring data entry professionals
  • Individuals seeking to change careers to data entry
  • Job seekers enhancing their resume with data entry skills
  • Students in administrative, IT, or data-focused disciplines
  • Professionals in need of data entry skills for their current roles

Sector

  • Information Technology
  • Administration
  • Business Services
  • Data Management

Area

  • Data Entry Techniques
  • Microsoft Word and Excel Tools
  • Web Scraping
  • Optical Character Recognition (OCR)
  • Voice Recognition Software
  • Data Quality Assurance (proofreading and data cleansing)
  • Career Development in Data Entry

Method

Online

Certification

Yes

Duration

1.5-3Avg Hours

Assessment

Yes

Cost

Learning Outcomes

  • Explain the concept of data entry and its importance in various industries
  • Distinguish between offline and online data entry jobs and their subcategories
  • Identify the key responsibilities and job titles related to data entry
  • Outline the web scraping process
  • List data entry guidelines and standards
  • Identify different freelancing platforms and their unique features
  • Outline advanced formatting techniques such as headers, footers, tables and watermarks
  • Discuss the benefits and types of data validation and how to implement them in MS Excel
  • Apply job application strategies and interview tips for data entry positions
  • Explain how to convert Word documents to PDF files
  • Recall how to use fundamental Excel formulas and functions such as ‘SUM’, ‘AVERAGE’, ‘COUNT’ and ‘IF’

Learning Content

  • Module 1
    Introduction to Data Entry
  • Module 2
    Course assessment