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Microsoft Excel - Level 2

Level Up Your Excel Skills

This intermediate Excel course expands on foundational skills by introducing powerful tools for data analysis, formatting, and decision-making. Participants will learn to apply themes and cell styles, format numbers and dates, and use functions to manage text, perform calculations, and analyze data. Key features include conditional formatting, financial functions, What-If Analysis tools, Goal Seek, and scenario creation. The course also explores nested functions, error handling, and cell referencing for more efficient and accurate spreadsheet use. Available as an open-enrollment class for the public or customized contract training for employers.

  • Apply and customize themes, cell styles, and number formats for professional presentation.

    • Use date and time functions to perform calculations and formatting.

    • Create and manage conditional formatting rules using the Rules Manager.

    • Build formulas using logical functions such as IF, IFS, and nested functions.

    • Use text functions to manipulate and format data (e.g., CONCATENATE, LEFT, RIGHT, MID).

    • Perform financial calculations using built-in functions like PMT and FV.

    • Create and analyze one-variable and two-variable data tables.

    • Use What-If Analysis tools, including Scenario Manager and Goal Seek, to explore data outcomes.

    • Troubleshoot formula errors and understand different types of cell references.

    • Organize large datasets using features like outlines and subtotals.

These objectives prepare learners to manage and analyze data more effectively, enhancing productivity and decision-making.

Students should have basic Excel skills:

  • Opening the application

  • Creating or opening a workbook

  • Entering data in cells

  • Using basic Excel function tools (sorting, simple formulas, simple formatting)

When you click on the  below, you will be directed to the Skills Training Self-Registration Portal. Once you are redirected to the registration page, click on "New to Skills Training?" even if you have an existing username. 

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Note: You will be asked to provide your SSN; this is necessary to match or create a new account with the College. This data is encrypted and deleted from the registration platform once it has been transmitted into our closed database. Please review the College's Skills Training Terms and Conditions and the Student Financial Agreement fully before submitting your registration. 

There are several flexible options available to help cover the cost of your skills training class:

  • One-time payment – Pay the full class price upfront.

  • Payment plan – Split your payments into 3-, 6-, or 9-month installments ($30 to set up, no interest).

  • Employer sponsorship – Your employer may fund your training as part of a workforce development or upskilling initiative - ask them today!

Need help deciding? Select "Unsure" on the registration form and our team will reach out to discuss details with you. 

Upcoming Classes

Class Dates
Time
Location
Cost
  • Sep 9, 2025 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Terre Haute
$125

Microsoft Excel - Level 2

This course is for intermediate users. 

Ivy Tech Center for Workforce Development, Room W102
1700 E. Industrial Dr.
Terre Haute, IN 47802

In Person, Instructor-Led
Contact: Amy Akers, 812-298-2485, aakers@ivytech.edu

  • Sep 11, 2025 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Greencastle
$125

Microsoft Excel - Level 2

This course is for beginners. 

Greencastle Campus, Room G108
915 Zinc Mill Rd
Greencastle, IN 46135

In Person, Instructor-Led
Contact: Amy Akers, 812-298-2485, aakers@ivytech.edu

  • Sep 12, 2025 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Terre Haute
$125

Microsoft Excel - Level 2

This course is for intermediate users. 

Ivy Tech Center for Workforce Development, Room W102
1700 E. Industrial Dr.
Terre Haute, IN 47802

In Person, Instructor-Led
Contact: Amy Akers, 812-298-2485, aakers@ivytech.edu

  • Nov 12, 2025 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Terre Haute
$125

Microsoft Excel - Level 2

This course is for intermediate users. 

Ivy Tech Center for Workforce Development, Room W102
1700 E. Industrial Dr. Terre Haute
Terre Haute, IN 47802

In Person, Instructor-Led
Contact: Amy Akers, 812-298-2485, aakers@ivytech.edu

  • Dec 11, 2025 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Terre Haute
$125

Microsoft Excel - Level 2

This course is for beginners. 

Ivy Tech Center for Workforce Development, Room W102
1700 E. Industrial Dr. Terre Haute
Terre Haute, IN 47802

In Person, Instructor-Led
Contact: Amy Akers, 812-298-2485, aakers@ivytech.edu

Costs may vary by location given differences in the cost of supplies and class provider.

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