Computer Soft Skills: Adobe Acrobat & Data Capturing Essentials

This practical course equips learners with essential computer soft skills required in modern office environments. It focuses on efficient use of Adobe Acrobat for document management and mastering data capturing techniques using standard office tools. The training emphasizes accuracy, speed, and digital document handling for administrative and operational efficiency.

Target Audience:

Administrative assistants
Office clerks
Data entry personnel
Interns and entry-level office staff
Professionals transitioning to digital document environments

Target Competencies:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

Navigate and use Adobe Acrobat for viewing, editing, and securing PDF files
Perform accurate and efficient data capturing using forms, Excel, and online tools
Apply best practices for data quality, formatting, and verification
Convert documents between formats and manage digital records securely

Learning Outcomes:

Participants will be able to:

Open, edit, annotate, combine, and secure PDF documents in Adobe Acrobat
Use form-filling and digital signature features
Accurately capture and organize data using spreadsheets and online databases
Perform data cleaning and validation
Convert scanned or paper documents into digital formats using OCR

Location:

South Africa

Training Dates:

Each course starts every Monday of each week. Please book your training on a date that is a Monday.

Course Duration: T.B.A

Unit Standard: 242865

NQF Level: 3

Number of Credits: 4

Course Fees

Note: Please fill in the online application form on the left or bottom if this page to receive a quotation with detailed pricing from AATICD.

How to Apply:

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NB: Terms and Conditions for Payment and Refunds

1.1. Full payment for the training workshop must be made at least 5 days before the scheduled workshop date.

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2. Cancellation and Refund Policy

2.1. Cancellations made 30 days or more before the workshop date will be eligible for a full refund, minus any administrative fees.

2.2. Cancellations made 15 to 29 days before the workshop date will be eligible for a 50% refund of the total payment.

2.3. Cancellations made less than 14 days before the workshop date will not be eligible for a refund.

2.4. Participants who fail to attend the workshop without prior notice will not be eligible for a refund.

3. Rescheduling

3.1. If a participant wishes to reschedule, a request must be submitted at least 14 days in advance, subject to availability.

3.2. A rescheduling fee may apply.

4. Workshop Cancellation by the Organizer

4.1. AATICD reserves the right to cancel or reschedule the workshop due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to low enrolment, trainer unavailability, or force majeure events.

4.2. In the event of cancellation by AATICD, participants will be offered a full refund or the option to attend a rescheduled session.

4.3. AATICD is not responsible for any additional costs incurred by participants, such as travel or accommodation expenses.

5. Refund Processing

5.1. Approved refunds will be processed within 7 business days from the date of cancellation approval.

5.2. Refunds will be issued using the original payment method unless otherwise agreed.

6. Contact Information

For any questions regarding payments and refunds, please contact us at:

Email: apply@aaticd.co.za

Phone: +27 73 016 5042

By registering for the workshop, participants agree to abide by these terms and conditions.

In-House Trainings are also available for 3 or more delegates for any duration. Please consult with our Administration for such In-House training bookings.

Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Digital Office Tools

Basic computer and file management skills
Overview of office software
Data privacy and integrity

Module 2: Adobe Acrobat Essentials

Introduction to PDFs and Acrobat interface
Editing and annotating PDFs
Creating forms and collecting responses
Securing documents with passwords and signatures

Module 3: Data Capturing Fundamentals

Introduction to data capture tools (Excel, Google Forms, etc.)
Manual and automated data entry
OCR (Optical Character Recognition) and scanning tools
Ensuring data accuracy and consistency

Module 4: Practical Application and Assessment

Hands-on exercises in PDF handling and data entry
Mini-project: capturing data from forms and generating digital reports