Introduction to WordPress
WordPress.com vs WordPress.org
Installing WordPress locally
Content Management Basics
Pages, posts, categories, tags
Media library and permalinks
Themes and Customization
Installing and configuring themes
Using the Customizer and Widgets
Intro to child themes (optional)
Plugins
Installing, updating, and configuring essential plugins
Popular plugins: Elementor, Yoast SEO, Contact Form 7
Basic Site Building
Menus, navigation, homepage setup
Creating and managing users
Security, Backups, and Updates
Deploying a Site
By the end of the course, students should be able to:
Set up and configure a WordPress site
Design and manage content without coding
Customize themes and install plugins
Maintain, secure, and back up a WordPress website
Deploy a site to live hosting
Duration: 8 weeks (flexible schedule).
Delivery Mode: Live instructor-led sessions
Resources: Access to tutorials, templates, and a collaborative learning community.
Prerequisites: Basic computer literacy. No coding experience is required
By the end of this course, learners will have a professional WordPress website and the confidence to manage, design, and optimize websites for personal or business purposes.
Basic computer literacy: Ability to use a web browser, manage files, and install software.
No coding experience required (for basic to intermediate courses). Some HTML/CSS knowledge is helpful but optional.
Computer with internet access
Local development environment (choose one):
LocalWP (Recommended) – beginner-friendly local WordPress development tool.
XAMPP/WAMP/LAMP – traditional local server stack (more advanced).
Web Browser – Chrome, Firefox, or Edge.
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