The simplest way to train entry-level staff in Excel and Office is a short, hands-on course they can apply at their desk the next day. The Ayangbah Foundation offers Microsoft Excel & Office Essentials, a 12-hour class you can use for individual employees at $297 per seat, or as a private team cohort with a custom quote through our partners page. Training runs live online or in person in downtown San Bernardino.
Why entry-level staff need Office skills
New hires often arrive able to use a phone but not a spreadsheet. That gap shows up in everyday work:
- Reports built by hand instead of with simple formulas.
- Lists that are hard to sort, filter or check.
- Letters and documents that need a lot of cleanup.
- Missed meetings because no one is using a shared calendar.
These are learnable skills. A focused class helps your staff work with more confidence and frees up supervisors from fixing the same problems again and again.
What your team will learn
Microsoft Excel & Office Essentials covers the tasks entry-level staff actually do:
- Excel: formulas, sorting, filtering, charts and a simple budget.
- Word: clean documents, letters and resumes.
- Outlook: professional email and calendar use.
- Portfolio project: each learner builds a spreadsheet project that shows what they can do.
Learn more on the Excel program page or in our post on Excel and Office classes.
Two ways to train your staff
1. Enroll staff in a public class
Best for one to a few employees. They join our regular sections and you pay per seat. Schedules are built around a workday, with evening and Saturday options so training does not pull people off shift.
2. Request a private team cohort
Best for larger groups or when you want training at your location. We offer team training and on-site cohorts. We can talk through your schedule, location and the tasks your team handles most. Pricing is by custom quote.
Online or on site
Public classes run both live online from anywhere in the U.S. and in person at 255 N. D Street, Suite #200-XXVII, San Bernardino, CA 92401. Online works well for teams spread across locations. For on-site cohorts, tell us what you need when you request a quote.
Class details
- Evening section: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 to 9:00 PM, December 1 to 10, 2026.
- Saturday section: January 9 and 16, 2027, 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
- Length: 12 hours.
- Format: live online from anywhere in the U.S., or in person in downtown San Bernardino. Private cohorts available.
- Price: $297 per seat (pay link). Team and on-site cohorts by custom quote.
- What you get: live instruction, hands-on practice and a portfolio spreadsheet project for each learner.
How to enroll
- Apply online for each person you want to enroll (about 2 minutes), or request a custom quote for a private team cohort.
- Pay with the Excel pay link or see every option on our tuition page.
- We confirm your seat within 2 business days.
Not ready yet? Join our free Monday info session, every Monday from 5:00 to 5:45 PM Pacific, online. Register on /enroll to get the link.
FAQ
Can you train my whole team at once?
Yes. We offer team training and on-site cohorts. Visit our partners page to request a custom quote.
Can I pay for one employee at a time?
Yes. Enroll each employee online and pay $297 per seat using the Excel pay link.
Does this class prepare staff for a Microsoft certification exam?
This class teaches practical everyday skills. Microsoft Office Specialist exam prep is one of our industry certification courses launching in 2027, taught by certified partner instructors. The interest list is open now.
Questions? Call or text (909) 454-7076.