There is an increasingly large array of instructor led training courses available for those who wish to improve their proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Some of the leading Microsoft training companies in the UK provide such public schedule courses at a variety of centres in and around London.

Facilities
To be able to get the most from a training course it is essential that the environment is comfortable and conducive to learning. A good training provider will ensure that the facilities are appropriate for the course delivery.

The leading Microsoft Training companies provide modern specification IT which is fully networked and allows internet access. Training is provided by a Microsoft Office Specialist certified trainer to a small group, generally an average group size of six, going no larger than eight.

Training venues should provide a comfortable air conditioned environment, with lunch provided and hot and cold beverages provided throughout the day. This ensures that delegates can concentrate on learning and not on how they will manage the practicalities of the day.

Ease of Access
To get the most from a full day training course it is vital that the venue is easy to get to, with good transport links. The venues used by the leading Microsoft training companies provide this by being close to mainline and/or tube stations with their websites providing location maps, directions, details of bus routes and of nearby parking. This reduces the need for delegates to research the venue information themselves, allowing them to focus on what they want from the training day, rather than how they are going to find the place!


Course Notes and After Course Support
Upon the completion of a training course, you may wish to consider the need for hard copies of course information used on the training day itself. Consider a training provider who will provide course notes to each trainee. These will include comprehensive course reference material together with exercises to reinforce the techniques learned.

Training doesn't end at the end of the course for delegates. As they take their new knowledge back to the office, they will come across questions and issues that they need support on. It may be helpful to your organisation to find a training provider who takes the longer term view on your delegates' development, through online forums and aftercare services.

The provision of such high quality venues and facilities, combined with the knowledge and expertise of the qualified trainer all goes to ensure that the money and time spent in attending a Microsoft training course is put to good use, and makes the attendance on the course rewarding and positive for your staff.