How to Find an MS Office Tutor

Today's computerized world wouldn't be the same without Microsoft Office. Proficiency with Microsoft Office can help you attain better grades or a better job. Your possibilities are endless if you can only grasp the intricacies of the software. Tutors are a wonderful source of information when you find the right one.

Instructions

1. Decide whether you want a human tutor, software program or a book. Human tutors offer more interaction and personalized training. Software programs give you more flexibility with your time. Books contain a lot of information but no interaction or personalized help.

2. Search for your chosen MS Office tutor. You'll find all three options with an online search. Find human tutors and classroom training seminars at local technical and community colleges.

3. Check out the qualifications of the tutors you found. Call human tutors and find out if they are a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) or a Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS). These certifications verify they have the proper training to teach Microsoft Office. Ask for references, cost and time availability.

4. Contact references for the tutors you feel are most qualified. For software programs and books, look for laboratory exercises and/or Internet availability. Many programs offer practice sessions and lessons online, allowing you to access them from any computer. Software programs and books usually offer testimonials from former students.

5. Narrow your options down to the top two or three choices. Compare them based on cost, time involved, time availability and whether or not they offer any specialties for which you may be looking. Decide which one to purchase or contact, then buy the software or book or call the tutor.

Tips & Warnings

• Human tutors may also specialize in a certain MS Office program, such as Word, Excel or PowerPoint.