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WordPress : Learn Web Design without Coding

Developed by a Google Developer Expert | CPD Accredited Course | Free PDF Certificate | Lifetime Access

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£12 inc VAT
Study method
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Duration
4.9 hours · Self-paced
Qualification
No formal qualification
Certificates
  • Course Drive Certificate of Completion - Free
  • Reed Courses Certificate of Completion - Free
  • Course Drive Digital Transcript - £3.99
  • CPD IQ Accredited PDF Certificate - £10.99
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Overview

This WordPress course covers all the necessary skills you need to master in order to install WordPress, create pages and posts, work with themes, plugins, and widgets, ensure website backup and security, perform basic SEO, optimize your site, and much more...

The course has been developed by a seasoned Google Developer with over two decades of experience in Web Design and Application Development. As a renowned author of best-selling books on popular platforms, he has compiled valuable resources to share his expertise and help others gain proficiency in digital technology.

The course provides detailed explanations and practical demonstrations on downloading, installing, and getting started with WordPress. Once the installation process is covered, the course dives into activating themes and plugins for the CMS system. You'll be guided through hands-on demonstrations of creating pages, posts, and menus using widgets, customizer tools, and various other options to explore.

Furthermore, this course delves into optimizing your WordPress site for search engines, maintaining regular backups, and implementing essential security measures.

Whether you're a beginner or an advanced learner, this course is ideal for anyone looking to develop web development skills.

Upon completing the course, you'll receive a Course Completion certificate that will enhance your CV and set you apart in the competitive job market.



***You will also get these GIFTs with this course

  • Free Career Guidelines
  • Free PDF Certificate
  • Lifetime Course Access

Certificates

Course Drive Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

To claim your free Course Drive Certificate of Completion, please go to the "Get Certificates & Transcripts from Course Drive" section within the course.

Reed Courses Certificate of Completion

Digital certificate - Included

Will be downloadable when all lectures have been completed.

Course Drive Digital Transcript

Digital certificate - £3.99

CPD IQ Accredited PDF Certificate

Digital certificate - £10.99

Curriculum

11
sections
57
lectures
4h 54m
total
    • 1: Introduction to wordpress Course 02:46
    • 2: Introduction to benefits of Wordpress 09:24
    • 3: How WordPress works 04:46
    • 4: Setup a free Wordpress site in under 5 minutes 08:51
    • 5: using Wordpress.org to get a website 03:35
    • 6: Wordpress Quick Install using Hosting panel under 2 minutes for website 07:19
    • 7: Setup wordpress from downloaded source file 11:31
    • 8: Setup Wordpress on your Computer 07:16
    • 9: WordPress setup final Thoughts 04:25
    • 10: Introduction to the Wordpress Theme 02:01
    • 11: Selecting a Theme customizing your website 06:13
    • 12: General Settings what you should update when you first setup your site 06:27
    • 13: User interaction controls comments 04:00
    • 14: User friendly URLs SEO 03:17
    • 15: Setting Up User Accounts 02:42
    • 16: Introduction to Wordpress Content 02:37
    • 17: How Pages work in Wordpress 07:50
    • 18: Creating Content posting on Wordpress 09:50
    • 19: Wordpress Arcade Theme 03:14
    • 20: Automation of Wordpress Content to Social Accounts 07:03
    • 21: Adding Images to Wordpress Library 06:21
    • 22: Adding Video to Wordpress Library 05:17
    • 23: Adding Dummy and Placeholder Content 02:55
    • 24: Adding Dummy and Placeholder Content 02:55
    • 25: Where Themes are located within Wordpress 04:19
    • 26: Adding New Themes 04:12
    • 27: Filtering and searchin for Wordpress Themes 03:39
    • 28: Benefits of Wordpress Premium Themes 03:14
    • 29: Picking a Theme for Wordpress 10:01
    • 30: Using the Wordpress Customizer 06:43
    • 31: How menus work in Wordpress 03:49
    • 32: Adding Items to Menus Creating new menus 06:27
    • 33: Wordpress Menu Widgets Customizer 03:23
    • 34: Caputring your audience with media 02:11
    • 35: Web Standards Using Alt title tagging 02:24
    • 36: Using Featured Images 02:20
    • 37: Presenting content to Visitors Paragraphs and Headings 05:53
    • 38: Website User Data and Data driven decision making 05:14
    • 39: Keywords Content strategy 06:06
    • 40: Creating Content Tips 07:47
    • 41: Connect your Wordpress site to social media 02:59
    • 42: Source Code HTML 02:29
    • 43: View and save content 03:54
    • 44: Wordpress Updates and Security 05:34
    • 45: WordPress BackUp options 10:02
    • 46: Wordpress User Accounts 03:28
    • 47: Automate WordPress Backup 02:58
    • 48: Introduction to Plugins in WordPress 04:01
    • 49: WordPress Top Social Media Plugins 08:13
    • 50: Plugins Premium vs Free 02:13
    • 51: Popular SEO plugins Wordpress 10:20
    • 52: Setting up a contact Form 05:35
    • 53: Website Speed Cache your content plugin 04:17
    • 54: Top Plugins Wordpress 04:53
    • 55: widgets in Wordpress 05:45
    • 56: Customizing Wordpress with Widgets 05:45
    • 57: Get Certificates & Transcripts from Course Drive 01:00 PDF

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Description

Students who enrol in this course will learn a comprehensive range of skills and knowledge related to WordPress. The course covers the following key topics:

  • Installing WordPress: Students will learn how to download, install, and set up WordPress on their own computer or web hosting service.
  • Creating Pages and Posts: The course demonstrates the process of creating and managing pages and posts within WordPress, allowing students to effectively organize and publish content on their websites.
  • Working with Themes: Students will explore different themes and learn how to customize the appearance of their WordPress sites by applying and modifying themes to suit their preferences.
  • Managing Plugins: The course covers the usage and management of plugins, empowering students to extend the functionality of their websites by incorporating various plugins for added features and capabilities.
  • Utilizing Widgets: Students will discover how to leverage widgets, which are small content blocks, to enhance the functionality and design of their WordPress sites, such as adding sidebars, menus, and interactive elements.
  • Website Backup and Security: The course emphasizes the importance of website backup and security measures, teaching students how to implement regular backups and implement security practices to safeguard their WordPress sites against potential threats.
  • Basic SEO Optimization: Students will gain insights into optimizing their WordPress sites for search engines, learning fundamental techniques and best practices to improve their website's visibility and rankings in search engine results.
  • Site Optimization: The course explores methods for optimizing website performance and speed, enabling students to enhance user experience and optimize their WordPress sites for optimal loading times.

By covering these essential topics, the course equips students with the necessary skills to confidently work with WordPress, build professional-looking websites, and effectively manage and maintain their online presence.



Why Choose this Course?

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  • Fully online, interactive video course
  • Developed by qualified professionals
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, and smartphone-friendly
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Course Curriculum

Getting Started with Wordpress

1: Introduction to wordpress Course
2: Introduction to benefits of Wordpress
3: How WordPress works
4: Setup a free Wordpress site in under 5 minutes
5: using Wordpress to get a website
6: Wordpress Quick Install using Hosting panel under 2 minutes for website
7: Setup wordpress from downloaded source file
8: Setup Wordpress on your Computer
9: WordPress setup final Thoughts

The WordPress dashboard website Setup

10: Introduction to the Wordpress Theme
11: Selecting a Theme customizing your website
12: General Settings what you should update when you first setup your site
13: User interaction controls comments
14: User friendly URLs SEO
15: Setting Up User Accounts

The WordPress Content

16: Introduction to Wordpress Content
17: How Pages work in Wordpress
18: Creating Content posting on Wordpress
19: Wordpress Arcade Theme
20: Automation of Wordpress Content to Social Accounts

Media options within Wordpress

21: Adding Images to Wordpress Library
22: Adding Video to Wordpress Library
23: Adding Dummy and Placeholder Content

Themes Widgets how your website looks

24: Adding Dummy and Placeholder Content
25: Where Themes are located within Wordpress
26: Adding New Themes
27: Filtering and searchin for Wordpress Themes
28: Benefits of Wordpress Premium Themes
29: Picking a Theme for Wordpress
30: Using the Wordpress Customizer

Menus and Navigation

31: How menus work in Wordpress
32: Adding Items to Menus Creating new menus
33: Wordpress Menu Widgets Customizer

Managing content in WordPress

34: Caputring your audience with media
35: Web Standards Using Alt title tagging
36: Using Featured Images
37: Presenting content to Visitors Paragraphs and Headings
38: Website User Data and Data driven decision making
39: Keywords Content strategy
40: Creating Content Tips
41: Connect your Wordpress site to social media
42: Source Code HTML
43: View and save content

WordPress Backup and Tweaks

44: Wordpress Updates and Security
45: WordPress BackUp options
46: Wordpress User Accounts
47: Automate WordPress Backup

WordPress Plugins

48: Introduction to Plugins in WordPress
49: WordPress Top Social Media Plugins
50: Plugins Premium vs Free
51: Popular SEO plugins Wordpress
52: Setting up a contact Form
53: Website Speed Cache your content plugin
54: Top Plugins Wordpress

WordPress Widgets

55: widgets in Wordpress
56: Customizing Wordpress with Widgets

Who is this course for?

This course is designed for individuals of various skill levels who are interested in learning and mastering WordPress. It caters to a wide range of learners, including:

  1. Beginners: If you have little to no experience with WordPress or website development, this course provides a solid foundation and step-by-step guidance to help you get started.
  2. Web Designers and Developers: If you are already familiar with web design or development but want to expand your skills specifically in WordPress, this course offers valuable insights and techniques to enhance your expertise.
  3. Content Creators and Bloggers: If you are a content creator or blogger looking to establish a professional website or blog using WordPress, this course will teach you the necessary skills to create and manage engaging content on your platform.
  4. Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs: If you own a small business or are an entrepreneur wanting to create and maintain your own website without relying on external assistance, this course provides the knowledge and tools to build and manage a successful online presence.
  5. Marketing Professionals: If you work in marketing or digital marketing and want to leverage WordPress for your campaigns or manage WordPress-based websites, this course will equip you with the skills needed to optimize and maintain websites effectively.
  6. Anyone interested in WordPress: If you have a general interest in WordPress and want to explore its capabilities, this course offers a comprehensive understanding of the platform, enabling you to create and manage websites with confidence.

Overall, this course welcomes learners at any level who are eager to gain practical skills in WordPress, whether for personal or professional purposes.

Requirements

No prior knowledge or experience in WordPress is required to benefit from this course.

Career path

Completing this WordPress Essential Training course can open up various career paths and opportunities for individuals. Here are some potential career paths that can be pursued after acquiring the skills and knowledge from this course:

  • Web Developer
  • WordPress Developer
  • Freelance Web Designer/Developer
  • Content Manager
  • Digital Marketer
  • WordPress Consultant
  • Entrepreneur/Blogger
  • Website Administrator

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