This Microsoft Access Fundamentals training is designed to help participants build and manage desktop database applications using Microsoft Access. The course covers Access database concepts, table design, queries, forms, reports, and basic automation. Participants will gain hands-on experience to create, manage, and use Access databases for small to medium business applications and reporting.

• Understand the fundamentals, interface, and core features of Microsoft Access for database management.
• Create and manage databases, tables, relationships, and data structures effectively.
• Design and execute queries to retrieve, filter, sort, and analyze data efficiently.
• Build forms, reports, and user-friendly interfaces for data entry and reporting.
• Implement validation rules, macros, and automation for improved database workflows.
• Develop organized, secure, and maintainable desktop database solutions using Microsoft Access best practices.

 • Office users and business professionals
 • Administrative and operations staff
 • Small business owners
 • Analysts using Access for data management
 • Professionals new to database applications

 • Basic computer operation skills
 • Familiarity with Microsoft Office is helpful
 • No prior database experience required

 • Understanding Microsoft Access database concepts
 • Designing tables and relationships
 • Creating and running queries
 • Building forms for data entry
 • Designing reports for printing and sharing
 • Importing and exporting data
 • Applying basic database security
 • Using Access best practices

By the end of this training, participants will be able to create and manage Microsoft Access databases for everyday business use with confidence. Learners will gain strong fundamentals in table design, queries, forms, and reports, enabling them to build reliable desktop database applications and improve data management.

Introduction to Microsoft Access & Database Basics
 • What is Microsoft Access and where it is used
 • Database concepts and terminology
 • Creating and opening Access databases
 • Navigating Access interface

Table Design & Relationships
 • Creating tables
 • Defining data types
 • Primary keys
 • Creating relationships between tables

Basic Queries
 • Creating select queries
 • Using criteria
 • Sorting and filtering
 • Simple calculations

Forms for Data Entry
 • Creating forms
 • Form controls
 • Data entry best practices
 • Validating input data

Advanced Queries & Expressions
 • Parameter queries
 • Calculated fields
 • Using query functions
 • Crosstab queries basics

Reports & Printing
 • Creating reports
 • Grouping and sorting in reports
 • Formatting reports
 • Exporting reports

Import, Export & Integration
 • Importing data from Excel and CSV
 • Exporting data to other formats
 • Linking external data
 • Integration best practices

Basic Automation & Macros
 • Introduction to macros
 • Creating simple macros
 • Automating common tasks
 • Error handling basics

Database Maintenance & Best Practices
 • Compact and repair
 • Backup strategies
 • Basic security settings
 • Database design best practices

• Microsoft Access Setup & Database Fundamentals Assessment
• Table Design & Relationship Management Assessment
• Queries & Data Analysis Assessment
• Forms, Reports & User Interface Development Assessment
• Macros, Automation & Database Project Assessment

Participants will be evaluated through hands-on Microsoft Access labs, practical database design and query exercises, instructor-led reviews, and a final assessment focused on building a complete Access database application.

Participants will receive course materials, slides, reference materials, exercises and access to resources for further learning.

Upon successful completion of the training, participants will receive an AcadNXT Certificate of Completion for Microsoft Access Fundamentals. This digital, verifiable certification validates practical Access database design, querying, and reporting skills and can be shared on LinkedIn and included in professional profiles to enhance office productivity and database application career credibility.