The SharePoint Fundamentals training is a practical two-day program designed to help participants understand and use Microsoft SharePoint for collaboration, document management, and information sharing. This course focuses on core SharePoint concepts, site usage, content management, and collaboration features, enabling learners to effectively work with SharePoint in day-to-day business and organizational environments.

• Understand the architecture, features, and collaboration capabilities of Microsoft SharePoint.
• Navigate SharePoint sites, libraries, lists, pages, and content management components efficiently.
• Create and manage documents, lists, workflows, permissions, and team collaboration spaces.
• Configure site settings, user roles, access controls, and content organization strategies.
• Generate reports, manage version control, and optimize collaboration workflows for business productivity.
• Build secure, scalable, and efficient collaboration environments using SharePoint best practices.

 • Office professionals and business users
 • Team members and project contributors
 • Administrative and support staff
 • IT users supporting SharePoint environments
 • Anyone using SharePoint for collaboration and document management

 • Basic computer usage skills
 • Familiarity with using web browsers
 • Basic understanding of file and document management
 • No prior SharePoint experience is required

 • Understanding SharePoint concepts and site structure
 • Working with SharePoint sites, libraries, and lists
 • Managing documents and versions effectively
 • Collaborating using SharePoint tools
 • Applying best practices for content organization

By the end of this training, participants will be able to confidently use SharePoint for collaboration and document management. Learners will gain the ability to navigate SharePoint sites, manage documents and lists, collaborate with teams, and apply best practices for organizing and sharing information.

Introduction to SharePoint and Collaboration Concepts
 • Overview of SharePoint and its purpose
 • SharePoint in modern workplaces
 • Understanding sites, pages, and navigation
 • SharePoint Online vs on-premises awareness

Working with SharePoint Sites and Pages
 • Navigating SharePoint sites
 • Understanding site layouts and components
 • Creating and editing pages
 • Using web parts for content display

Document Libraries and File Management
 • Understanding document libraries
 • Uploading, organizing, and managing files
 • Version control concepts
 • Sharing and access permissions awareness

Lists and Basic Data Management
 • Understanding SharePoint lists
 • Creating and using lists
 • Views and filtering basics
 • Using lists for simple tracking

Collaboration and Team Productivity Features
 • Document co-authoring concepts
 • Comments and notifications
 • Alerts and activity awareness
 • Using SharePoint with Microsoft 365 tools

Permissions, Access, and Security Basics
 • Understanding permission levels
 • Granting and managing access
 • Inheritance concepts
 • Security best practices awareness

Search, Metadata, and Content Organization
 • Using SharePoint search
 • Metadata and columns basics
 • Organizing content for easy retrieval
 • Tagging and filtering awareness

SharePoint Usage Best Practices and Capstone Workshop
 • Organizing sites and libraries effectively
 • Applying collaboration best practices
 • Common user mistakes and how to avoid them
 • Final review and best practices

• SharePoint Setup & Platform Navigation
• Sites, Libraries, Lists & Content Management
• User Roles, Permissions & Workflow Configuration
• Version Control, Reporting & Collaboration Optimization
• End-to-End SharePoint Collaboration Project

Participants will be evaluated through hands-on exercises, usage scenarios, and interactive discussions conducted during the training. The evaluation focuses on effective use of SharePoint features, correct document management practices, and the ability to apply collaboration concepts in real-world situations.

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 the AcadNXT Certification for SharePoint Fundamentals. This certification validates the learner’s foundational knowledge of SharePoint concepts, collaboration features, document management, and best practices for business use.