Course with Certificate in Data Entry

Mastering Data Management and Excel
The heart of this free certificate course is its strong focus on building both data management skills and Excel proficiency. With EduCourse Learning, you can study online at your own pace, explore practical lessons, and work towards a verifiable certificate that highlights your new skills in two of the most in-demand areas of modern work.

Data Management Essentials
Course lessons guide you through every step of handling data effectively — from acquiring and organising information to protecting its confidentiality and ensuring integrity. You’ll gain real-world knowledge about how data should be collected, stored, and secured in a professional environment. By the end, you’ll understand the foundations of responsible data management, preparing you for workplace challenges. Start free today!

A standout feature of this course is its dedicated module on compliance and data protection, with a focus on the POPI Act in South Africa and the GDPR in the EU. Learners will discover how to handle sensitive information responsibly, comply with legal requirements, and uphold the highest standards of privacy. This knowledge is essential for anyone working with customer data, HR files, or business systems. Claim your free certificate now!

Data Entry course content — lessons & quizzes

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Learn About Being a Data Entry Clerk 4 Topics1 Quiz

• Being a Data Entry Clerk — what it entails
• Average salary
• Requirements for data entry personnel
• Data Entry Clerk work environment
• Learn About Being a Data Entry Clerk – Quiz

Computer types 7 Topics1 Quiz

• Supercomputer
• Mainframe
• Workstation
• Personal Computer (PC)
• Microcontroller
• Microprocessor
• Server
• Computer Types – Quiz

Main Components of the Computer 4 Topics1 Quiz

• Hardware & software
• Firmware
• Basic operations
• Names for different sizes of data
• Main Components of the Computer – Quiz

Data Management 7 Topics1 Quiz

• What is data management?
• Managing data acquisition
• Managing data utilization
• Managing data maintenance
• Managing data protection
• Managing data confidentiality
• Managing data integrity
• Data Management – Quiz

Getting to know Excel 5 Topics1 Quiz

• Working with the Excel environment
• The Ribbon
• Changing the Ribbon Display Options
• The Quick Access Toolbar
• Views on the worksheet
• Getting to know Excel – Quiz

Workbooks in Excel 3 Topics1 Quiz

• Creating a new blank workbook
• Utilising templates
• Saving and sharing workbooks
• Workbooks in Excel – Quiz

Working with Cells 3 Topics

• Understanding cells
• Cell content — Part 1
• Cell content — Part 2

Using Find & Replace in Excel 2 Topics1 Quiz

• Finding content
• Replacing the cell content
• Using Find and Replace in Excel – Quiz

Formulas and Functions 3 Topics1 Quiz

• Comprehending formulas in Excel
• Operator precedence
• Inserting function
• Formulas and Functions – Quiz

Most Used Functions 10 Topics1 Quiz

• COUNT
• SUM
• IF
• AVERAGE
• COUNTIF
• SUMIF
• VLOOKUP
• INDEX and MATCH
• MIN and MAX
• SUMPRODUCT
• Most Used Functions – Quiz

Create a Customer Database in Excel 4 Topics1 Quiz

• Create a customer database — examples & templates
• Step-by-step instructions
• Database maintenance in Excel
• How to filter data
• Create a Database in Excel – Quiz

Excel Worksheets — Check Integrity 1 Topic1 Quiz

• Checking the integrity of your Excel worksheets
• Worksheet Integrity – Quiz

Filing Systems 3 Topics1 Quiz

• Why a thorough filing system matters
• Setting up a filing system — Part 1
• Setting up a filing system — Part 2
• Filing – Quiz

General Office Procedures 2 Topics1 Quiz

• General office procedures — Part 1
• General office procedures — Part 2
• General Office Procedures – Quiz

What You Need to Know About the POPI Act 1 Topic1 Quiz

• Basics of the POPI Act
• POPI Act – Quiz

Earn a Data Entry course certificate

Finish the lessons and quizzes to unlock a downloadable certificate with a unique ID and verification link.

Great for your CV and LinkedIn — proof of practical data entry, Excel, and office workflow skills.

Data Entry Certificate Course Reviews and Common Questions

Below you’ll find what some of our students have shared about our Data Entry Course, which also includes a free certificate! There’s no waiting period or complicated sign-up — enrollment is open right now. Whether you’re new to data entry or just want to strengthen your skills, this easy-to-follow online course from EduCourse is designed to help you learn comfortably and confidently at your own pace.