What is Microsoft Word?

Microsoft Word is a widely used word processing software developed by Microsoft. With it, you can create, edit, and format text documents. Microsoft Word offers a range of features, including spell check, grammar check, the ability to insert images and tables, track changes, and various formatting options. It is commonly used for creating resumes, letters, reports, and other types of professional documents.

How to learn Microsoft Word?

Knowing why you want to learn Microsoft Word, whether for job tasks, academic work, or personal projects, will keep you motivated. Regular practice with Word’s features and tools is essential. Join communities like Microsoft’s official forums or LinkedIn Learning groups for tips and support. Work on real projects like writing documents, creating templates, or formatting reports. Work Smarter with Microsoft Word by Microsoft is a comprehensive course to get started.

Can I take free Microsoft Word courses on Coursera?

While Microsoft Word does not offer its full Professional Certificates, Specializations, or courses for free, there are two ways to ensure you have selected the best topic and program to meet your goal. Preview the first module of many Microsoft Word courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available). Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial. If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate from Microsoft Word, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.

Best Microsoft Word Courses & Certificates [2025]

Status: Free

Coursera Project Network

Getting Started with Microsoft Word

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Business Writing, Document Management, Editing

Status: Free Trial

Microsoft

Work Smarter with Microsoft Word

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Proofreading, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Presentations, Writing, Editing, Grammar

Status: Free Trial

Microsoft

Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Data Visualization, Presentations, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Collaborative Software, Data Import/Export, Productivity Software, Proofreading, Editing, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Windows, Writing, Data Management

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

Competencias digitales de ofimática: Microsoft Word

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Document Management, Data Entry, File Management

Status: Free

Coursera Project Network

Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word

Skills you'll gain: Document Management, Business Writing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Management, Business Communication, Business Development

Status: Preview

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

Competencias digitales. Herramientas de ofimática (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point)

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Document Management, File Management, Data Management