Digital skills are a core requirement in virtually every office role today. This training builds Microsoft Office competencies alongside internationally recognised ICDL certifications – hands-on and directly applicable to real working environments.
The modular programme adapts to individual backgrounds, timelines and career goals. Participants choose which modules to focus on, building digital confidence that makes an immediate difference on the job.
Computer skills, file management and secure online communication are built up and applied in practice. The content is internationally recognised and lays the foundation for modern office work as well as AI-supported workflows.
Certification: ICDL Workforce Base
Working confidently with Windows, managing files and using key online functions are the main focus. Digital security is integrated throughout. The course concludes with the ICDL Computer & Online Essentials exam.
Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation & ICDL Computer & Online Essentials
From text formatting and document templates to mail merges – Word skills are built up step by step. The course leads directly to the ICDL Word Processing exam.
Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation & ICDL Word Processing
Table structure, formulas and clear data analysis are worked through step by step. The international ICDL Spreadsheet certification provides official proof of competence.
Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation & ICDL Spreadsheet
Design rules, animations and media integration are covered to help create professional, convincing presentations. The course concludes with the ICDL Presentations exam.
Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation & ICDL Presentations
Secure online collaboration, data protection and IT security awareness take centre stage. The content is practice-oriented and aligned with current workplace requirements in the digital world.
Certification: ICDL Workforce
Cloud tools, project organisation and online communication are explained through real workplace scenarios. Participants learn how modern teamwork functions digitally and earn the ICDL certification.
Certification: ICDL Digital Collaboration Fundamentals
Common online threats, password security, protection against malware and network safety are covered in a hands-on way. The course concludes with the official ICDL IT Security exam.
Certification: ICDL IT Security
Legal requirements for data protection and their practical application in the workplace are explained in accessible terms. The ICDL Data Protection certification officially confirms the competencies gained.
Certification: ICDL Data Protection
Emails, calendar entries and tasks are organised and managed with structure and clarity. Outlook skills support digital communication and make scheduling more efficient in daily work life.
Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation
Chats, online meetings and collaborative file work are practised in a secure and efficient way. Teams skills strengthen communication and enable flexible, location-independent working in the modern workplace.
Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation
SharePoint fundamentals show how documents are stored securely, structured clearly and shared within a team. This makes collaboration more efficient and supports digital working practices across the organisation.
Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation
AI and artificial intelligence fundamentals, confident use of digital tools and resilience in professional life are all covered hands-on. The content builds future-ready competencies and opens up new career perspectives.
Certification: New Horizons Certificate of Participation
- Four ICDL exam preparations and exams: Targeted preparation for four ICDL exams, including the official examinations.
- General and Business English (20 or 40 days): English skills for professional life and international communication are developed and consolidated.
Start date: Flexible entry – possible at any time
Duration: 2.5 months full-time; part-time available (total duration extends accordingly). Actual duration may vary by location.
Implementation: Remote WalkIn® – compact, practice-oriented learning units with a video trainer. A personal mentor provides individual guidance throughout the entire training.
Location: At a New Horizons Training Centre or fully remote – depending on preference.
Target group:
Ideal for career returners, job seekers and anyone looking to build or expand digital competencies for office and administrative work – regardless of current skill level.
Prerequisite:
Basic PC skills and a good command of German are sufficient to get started. No specialist IT background is needed – the content is designed for both beginners and those refreshing existing knowledge.
Funding:
AZAV-certified and eligible for funding via the employment agency’s education voucher (Bildungsgutschein) and the Qualification Opportunities Act.
We are AZAV certified
Personal learning goals, varying prior knowledge and job market requirements all feed into an individual training plan. The plan is flexibly adapted to ensure targeted skill development.
Up to 100% funding for your continuing education
Attractive funding opportunities are available for numerous continuing education programs – depending on the funding program, up to 100% funding is possible.
The requirement is that you live or work in Germany. Our funding opportunities are not available outside of Germany.
Funding opportunities are available for career starters, job seekers, career changers, startups, experienced professionals, those seeking career advancement, and specialists.
