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Helpdesk Administrator

4.8 (9 ratings) 3 enrolled 3h 50m of learning Updated Nov 2026
CertificateOn completion
3h 50mSelf-paced
9 lessonsOn the UISC learning portal
All LevelsNo prior training needed

Course curriculum

1 modules 9 lessons 3h 50m total
01 Helpdesk Administrator 9 lessons
  1. Introduction to Reception and Receptionist
  2. Business Telephone Skills
  3. Mail Services and Shipping
  4. Time Management
  5. Record Keeping and Filing Systems
  6. Organisational Skills
  7. Communication Skills
  8. Customer Service
  9. Effective Planning and Scheduling

About this course

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Helpdesk Administrator course teaches you everything on the topic thoroughly from scratch so you can achieve a professional certificate for free to showcase your achievement in professional life. This Helpdesk Administrator course is a comprehensive, instructor-guided course, designed to provide a detailed understanding of the nature of the related sector and your key roles within it.

To become successful in your profession, you must have a specific set of skills to succeed in today’s competitive world. In this in-depth training course, you will develop the most in-demand skills to kickstart your career, as well as upgrade your existing knowledge & skills. The training materials of this course are available online for you to learn at your own pace and fast-track your career with ease.

Key Features of the Helpdesk Administrator Course

Our trusted, high quality and affordable Helpdesk Administrator course trains individuals to become experts in their field.

  • Accredited by CPD
  • Instant e-certificate
  • Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
  • Developed by qualified professionals in the field
  • Discounts on bulk purchases
  • Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
  • 24/7 Learning Assistance

Who should take the course

Anyone with a knack for learning new skills can take this Helpdesk Administrator  course. While this comprehensive training is popular for preparing people for job opportunities in the relevant fields, it also helps to advance your career for promotions.

Certification

Once you’ve successfully completed your Helpdesk Administrator course, you will immediately be sent a digital certificate. Our certifications have no expiry dates, although we do recommend that you renew them every 12 months.

Accreditation

All of our courses, including this Helpdesk Administrator course, are fully accredited, providing you with up-to-date skills and knowledge and helping you to become more competent and effective in your chosen field.

Assessment

At the end of the course, there will be an online assessment, which you will need to pass to complete the course. Answers are marked instantly and automatically, allowing you to know straight away whether you have passed. If you haven’t, there’s no limit on the number of times you can take the final exam. All this is included in the one-time fee you paid for the course itself.

Course Curriculum

The detailed curriculum outline of our Helpdesk Administrator course is as follows:

Module 01: Introduction to Reception and Receptionist

  • Job Requirements and Work Environment
  • 21st Century Skills for a Receptionist
  • Duties and Responsibilities
  • Cover Letter and Resume for Receptionist
    • Format of a Receptionist Cover letter
    • Tips for Writing an Effective Cover Letter
    • Elements of a Resume
    • Steps for Writing a Resume
  • Summary
  • Assessment

Module 02: Business Telephone Skills

  • Telephone Etiquette
  • Telephone Skills
    • Taking & Transferring Calls
    • Taking Messages
    • Screening Calls
    • Protecting Employer
  • Telephone Courtesy Tips
  • Domestic and International Calls
  • Voice-Mail Courtesy
  • Summary
  • Assessment

Module 03: Mail Services and Shipping

  • The Office Mail
  • Mailing and Shipping Details
    • Maximum Weight and Dimensions
    • Addressing
    • Wrapping and Packaging
  • Royal Mail Services
    • Universal Service
    • Special Delivery
    • Business Services
    • Unaddressed Promotional Main Delivery
  • Alternatives to Royal Mail
  • Summary
  • Assessment

Module 04: Time Management

  • Introduction to Time Management
  • Aspects of Time Management

o Effective Planning

o Setting Goals and Objectives

o Setting Deadlines

o Delegation of Responsibilities

o Spending the Right Amount of time on an Activity

  • Prioritising the Workload

o Activity List

o Action Plans

o To-do Lists

o Computerised Follow-up Systems

o Scheduling

o The Prioritisation Matrix

  • Overcoming Procrastination
  • Managing Deadlines
  • Effective Time Management at the Workplace
  • The Pareto Principle and Tips for Time Management
  • Multitasking
  • Summary

Assessment

Module 05: Record Keeping and Filing Systems

  • Keeping Accurate Records
  • Filing Systems

o Alphabetical System

o Subject System

o Subject Index

  • How to Alphabetise for Filing and Indexing

o Individual or Personal Names

o Company or Business Names

o Miscellaneous

  • Handling Confidential Documents

o What is Confidentiality

o Confidential Electronic Documents

o Confidential Paperwork

  • Computer File Organising

o Document Library

o Naming Files

o Sorting and Grouping

o Shortcuts

o Backing Up Files

  • Summary
  • Assessment

Module 06: Organisational Skills

  • Organising Daily Work
  • Organising Workplace
  • Organising Resources
  • Organising Tools
  • Cultivating Organisational Habits
  • Summary
  • Assessment

Module 07: Communication Skills

  • Effective Listening Skills
  • Verbal Communication

o Written Communication

o Oral Communication

  • Non-Verbal Communication
  • Communication Strategies
  • Summary
  • Assessment

Module 08: Customer Service

  • Introduction To Customer Service
  • The Power of Positive Thinking in Customer Service
  • Types of Difficult Customers and How to Help them
  • How to Deal with Difficult Customers
  • Aspects of Phone Etiquette
  • Using Proper Phone Language
  • Eliminate Phone Distractions
  • Inbound Calls
  • Outbound Calls
  • Handling Rude or Angry Callers
  • Handling Interoffice Calls
  • Summary
  • Assessment

Module 09: Effective Planning and Scheduling

  • Work Breakdown Structure
    • Introduction to WBS
    • Deliverable & Phase-Based WBS
    • Steps for Creating WBS
    • Best Practices and Tips for WBS
  • Estimation Process and Resources Alignment
    • Estimating Durations
    • Increasing Estimation Accuracy
    • Task Dependencies
    • Aligning Resources with Activities
  • Project Planning
    • The Purpose of Project Planning
    • Project Planning Guide
    • Project Management Pitfalls
  • Risk Management
    • Principles of Risk Management
    • Risk Management Process
  • Summary
  • Assessment

Your certificate

CPD certificate — download it when you finish

Issued the moment you complete the final module. Every certificate lists the course aims and objectives, anticipated learning outcomes, the quality-assurance process — the elements required for verifiable CPD. Non-registrants can use it as CQC training evidence and for appraisals.

Aims & objectives Learning outcomes Unique certificate number

Learner ratings

4.8

Rated by 9 learners on the UISC learning portal · 3 enrolled

Common questions

Where do I take the course?

On the UISC learning portal. "Enrol now" takes you to this course there, where you pay securely, get your login and study at your own pace. Your certificate is issued there when you finish.

When can I start?

Immediately. Access opens the moment your order is confirmed and you can learn from any device, in any order, as many times as you like.

How is the course assessed?

A short multiple-choice or scenario-based assessment at the end of the course with instant results. You can retake it as many times as you need at no extra cost.

Can I enrol my whole team?

Yes. Organisations can buy multiple places on one invoice and receive a training record for every learner. Contact us for team pricing.

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