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WordPress Essentials Course Outline

Module 1: Getting Started - Installation and Upgrades

  • WordPress in Five Minutes
  • Upgrading WordPress
  • New Features of WordPress
  • Best Practices for Upgrading WordPress
  • Importing and Exporting Data

Module 2: Configuring Your WordPress Site

  • General Settings
  • Discussion Settings
  • Permalink Settings
  • Privacy Settings
  • Reading Settings
  • Writing Settings
  • Miscellaneous Settings

Module 3: Uploading and Maintaining the Right Content

  • Creating Content: Post Vs Pages
  • How to Write a Page in WordPress?
  • WordPress Categories Explained
  • Using WordPress Content Management System
  • Managing Pages
  • Managing Links
  • Managing Tags
  • Managing Your WordPress Media Library
  • Updating Your WordPress Profile

Module 4: Blogging with WordPress

  • Writing a Blog Post
  • Managing Posts
  • Managing Comments
  • Fighting SPAM with Akismet

Module 5: Make Sure Your Customers Find Your Site

  • Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)
  • Making Your Content Search-Engine Friendly
  • Using Analytics to Deliver Accountability and Insight
  • Adding Facebook and Twitter Button

Module 6: Get More from Your Site by Customising WordPress

  • Installing and Activating WordPress Themes
  • Using WordPress Plugins
  • Working with WordPress Widgets
  • Reviewing CMS and eCommerce Plugins

Module 7: WordPress Administration

  • Managing WordPress Users
  • WordPress User Roles
  • Managing Files
  • WordPress Dashboard

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Who should attend this WordPress Essentials Course?

The WordPress Essentials Course is designed for individuals seeking to develop a comprehensive understanding of WordPress, the popular website creation and management platform. This Web and App Development Course can benefit a wide range of professionals, including: 

  • Website Owners
  • Content Creators
  • Small Business Owners
  • Freelancers
  • Web Designers
  • Aspiring Web Developers
  • Marketing Professionals

Prerequisites of the WordPress Essentials Course

There are no formal prerequisites for this WordPress Essentials Training Course. However, delegates must have basic PC or Mac skills, including knowledge about a computer’s operating system.

WordPress Essentials Course Overview

The WordPress Essentials Training Course provides a comprehensive understanding of WordPress, the ubiquitous content management system (CMS) powering many websites globally. This course delves into the core functionalities, customisation options, and essential features of WordPress, enabling delegates to build and manage robust, user-friendly websites.

Proficiency in WordPress is essential for web developers, designers, bloggers, marketers, and entrepreneurs seeking an online presence. Developers benefit by mastering WordPress as it streamlines website creation, while content creators appreciate its user-friendly interface for publishing content. Marketers find it valuable for SEO optimisation and branding.

This intensive 1-day training immerses delegates in hands-on experience covering WordPress essentials such as site setup, theme customisation, plugin integration, and content management. Delegates gain practical insights into building responsive and visually appealing websites without coding expertise. By the end, delegates confidently navigate WordPress, creating and managing professional-grade websites.

Course Objectives:

  • To comprehend WordPress fundamentals and its ecosystem
  • To create and customise websites using WordPress themes and plugins
  • To manage content effectively, including posts, pages, and media
  • To optimise websites for SEO and user engagement
  • To understand site security and best practices for website maintenance
  • To personalise website functionalities through basic coding (HTML/CSS)
  • To integrate e-commerce and social media features into WordPress sites
  • To troubleshoot common WordPress issues efficiently

After completing this Web Application Development Course, delegates will possess the skills needed to create, manage, and optimise WordPress websites effortlessly. They'll confidently navigate WordPress's interface, customise site designs, enhance functionalities, and ensure site security.

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What’s included in this WordPress Essentials Course?

  • World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors    
  • WordPress Essentials Certificate 
  • Digital Delegate Pack

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Why choose us

Ways to take this course

Our easy to use Virtual platform allows you to sit the course from home with a live instructor. You will follow the same schedule as the classroom course, and will be able to interact with the trainer and other delegates.

Our fully interactive online training platform is compatible across all devices and can be accessed from anywhere, at any time. All our online courses come with a standard 90 days access that can be extended upon request. Our expert trainers are constantly on hand to help you with any questions which may arise.

This is our most popular style of learning. We run courses in 1200 locations, across 200 countries in one of our hand-picked training venues, providing the all important ‘human touch’ which may be missed in other learning styles.

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Highly experienced trainers

All our trainers are highly qualified, have 10+ years of real-world experience and will provide you with an engaging learning experience.

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State of the art training venues

We only use the highest standard of learning facilities to make sure your experience is as comfortable and distraction-free as possible

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Small class sizes

We limit our class sizes to promote better discussion and ensuring everyone has a personalized experience

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Great value for money

Get more bang for your buck! If you find your chosen course cheaper elsewhere, we’ll match it!

This is the same great training as our classroom learning but carried out at your own business premises. This is the perfect option for larger scale training requirements and means less time away from the office.

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Tailored learning experience

Our courses can be adapted to meet your individual project or business requirements regardless of scope.

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Maximise your training budget

Cut unnecessary costs and focus your entire budget on what really matters, the training.

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Team building opportunity

This gives your team a great opportunity to come together, bond, and discuss, which you may not get in a standard classroom setting.

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Monitor employees progress

Keep track of your employees’ progression and performance in your own workspace.

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WordPress Essentials FAQs

Please arrive at the venue for 08:45am
Ahead of taking this course the trainee must have basic PC or Mac skills, including a fundamental understanding of a computer's operating system, how to launch an application and create and save files, as well as how to copy files from CDs and other media.
No examinations are required for this course
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Comprehensive courseware for future reference Experienced instructor Refreshments Free support service for 6 months after course completion
Once your booking has been placed and confirmed, you will receive an email which contains your course location, course overview, pre-course reading material (if required), course agenda and payment receipts
All our instructors are fully accredited and have over ten years of experience
The price for WordPress Essentials certification in the United Kingdom starts from £1295
The Knowledge Academy is the Leading global training provider for WordPress Essentials.

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Many delivery methods

Flexible delivery methods are available depending on your learning style.

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High quality resources

Resources are included for a comprehensive learning experience.

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"Really good course and well organised. Trainer was great with a sense of humour - his experience allowed a free flowing course, structured to help you gain as much information & relevant experience whilst helping prepare you for the exam"

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