WordPress CMS Online Training

Course Description

Start a transformative 60 hours journey to master WordPress CMS in this comprehensive online training. From site setup and content creation to theme customisation, plugins, SEO, and security measures, participants gain hands-on expertise. With a focus on practical skills and real-world applications, this course ensures learners can confidently build, optimise, and maintain WordPress websites for diverse purposes.

Review each module to ensure a solid understanding, and join this course to start building your cms based website development skills today!

Module 1: Introduction to WordPress

• Understanding Content Management Systems (CMS)
• Overview of WordPress: History and Evolution
• Key Features and Benefits of WordPress

Module 2: Setting Up Your WordPress Site

• Choosing a Domain Name and Web Hosting
• Installing WordPress: Manual and Automated Methods
• Configuring Basic Settings for Your Site

Module 3: Navigating the WordPress Dashboard

• Exploring the Dashboard Interface
• Understanding the Admin Toolbar
• Customising Dashboard Widgets

Module 4: Creating and Managing Content

• Creating Pages and Posts
• Formatting Text and Using Media (Images, Videos)
• Managing Categories and Tags

Module 5: Themes and Templates

• Selecting and Installing Themes
• Customising Themes: Using the Customiser
• Introduction to Child Themes

Module 6: Plugins and Extensions

• Installing and Activating Plugins
• Essential Plugins for Security and SEO
• Customising Functionality with Plugins

Module 7: User Management and Permissions

• Creating and Managing User Accounts
• Assigning User Roles and Permissions
• Implementing Strong Password Policies

Module 8: SEO Best Practices

• Understanding SEO and Its Importance
• Optimising Content for Search Engines
• Using SEO Plugins for WordPress

Module 9: Security Measures

• Identifying Common Security Threats
• Implementing Security Best Practices
• Configuring Security Plugins

Module 10: Performance Optimisation

• Analysing and Improving Website Speed
• Caching Techniques
• Image Optimisation Strategies

Module 11: Troubleshooting and Maintenance

• Common WordPress Issues and Solutions
• Backing Up Your Website
• Updating WordPress Core, Themes, and Plugins

Module 12: WordPress Community and Resources

• Engaging with the WordPress Community
• Useful Online Resources and Forums
• Staying Updated on WordPress News and Developments

Course Format:

• Delivery Method: Online lectures, video tutorials, and hands-on exercises.
• Duration: 8 weeks (1 module per week)
• Assessment: Quizzes, assignments, and a final project.

Prerequisites:

• Basic understanding of web technologies.
• Familiarity with HTML and CSS is beneficial but not mandatory.

By the end of this course, participants will have the knowledge and skills to confidently build, manage, and optimise WordPress websites for various purposes.