Microsoft Power Automate
Level: Foundation, Intermediate
Automate Repetitive Tasks & Save Valuable Time
Build Workflows from Templates or from Scratch
Connect Processes Across Teams, SharePoint & OneDrive
Learn with Wales’ Leading Microsoft Office Training Provider
Welsh Government Funding Accepted
Course Overview
Duration:
1 Day (9:30am-4:00pm)
Accredited:
Available upon request
Exams:
N/A
Funding:
ReAct
Type:
Classroom, Onsite, Virtual
Company group booking discount available
Course Overview
Duration:
1 Day (9:30am-4:00pm)
Accredited:
Available upon request
Exams:
N/A
Funding:
ReAct
Type:
Classroom, Onsite, Virtual
Company group booking discount available
This one-day instructor-led course introduces you to Microsoft Power Automate and shows you how to create simple automated workflows.
You’ll learn how Power Automate can connect Microsoft 365 applications and services to reduce repetitive work, move information between systems and support more efficient, paperless processes.
The course explains the main building blocks of a flow, including triggers, actions and connectors. You’ll create flows using templates and build basic flows from scratch using conditions, variables and loops. You’ll also learn how to work with files in SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and OneDrive, test your flows and use the run monitor to identify basic issues.
Practical activities throughout the course will give you an opportunity to apply what you learn and develop confidence creating and managing your own automated workflows.
Target Audience
This course is suitable for:
- Microsoft 365 users who want to automate repetitive tasks.
- Administrative and support professionals.
- Employees responsible for managing files, notifications or routine processes.
- SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and OneDrive users.
- Project and operations team members.
- Managers and team leaders looking to improve workplace efficiency.
- Business users interested in creating automated processes without traditional programming.
- Anyone with little or no previous experience using Microsoft Power Automate.
By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To
- Explain what Microsoft Power Automate is and identify common ways it can be used.
- Explain what a flow is and recognise the principal types of flow.
- Identify the main components of a flow.
- Explain the difference between triggers and actions.
- Describe how connectors allow Power Automate to work with other applications and services.
- Select an appropriate flow from the template library.
- Create and configure a flow using a template.
- Save, check and test a flow.
- Modify an existing flow by renaming its actions.
- Remove unnecessary actions from a flow.
- Add new or replacement actions to an existing flow.
- Select an appropriate flow type and trigger.
- Create a basic automated flow from scratch.
- Use conditions to control what happens within a flow.
- Create and use variables.
- Use basic loops to repeat actions.
- Create a file-based flow that works with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams or OneDrive.
- Use SharePoint and OneDrive file actions.
- Use the run monitor to review flow results.
- Identify and investigate basic flow issues.
This one-day instructor-led course introduces you to Microsoft Power Automate and shows you how to create simple automated workflows.
You’ll learn how Power Automate can connect Microsoft 365 applications and services to reduce repetitive work, move information between systems and support more efficient, paperless processes.
The course explains the main building blocks of a flow, including triggers, actions and connectors. You’ll create flows using templates and build basic flows from scratch using conditions, variables and loops. You’ll also learn how to work with files in SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and OneDrive, test your flows and use the run monitor to identify basic issues.
Practical activities throughout the course will give you an opportunity to apply what you learn and develop confidence creating and managing your own automated workflows.
Target Audience
This course is suitable for:
- Microsoft 365 users who want to automate repetitive tasks.
- Administrative and support professionals.
- Employees responsible for managing files, notifications or routine processes.
- SharePoint, Microsoft Teams and OneDrive users.
- Project and operations team members.
- Managers and team leaders looking to improve workplace efficiency.
- Business users interested in creating automated processes without traditional programming.
- Anyone with little or no previous experience using Microsoft Power Automate.
By the End of This Course, You Will Be Able To
- Explain what Microsoft Power Automate is and identify common ways it can be used.
- Explain what a flow is and recognise the principal types of flow.
- Identify the main components of a flow.
- Explain the difference between triggers and actions.
- Describe how connectors allow Power Automate to work with other applications and services.
- Select an appropriate flow from the template library.
- Create and configure a flow using a template.
- Save, check and test a flow.
- Modify an existing flow by renaming its actions.
- Remove unnecessary actions from a flow.
- Add new or replacement actions to an existing flow.
- Select an appropriate flow type and trigger.
- Create a basic automated flow from scratch.
- Use conditions to control what happens within a flow.
- Create and use variables.
- Use basic loops to repeat actions.
- Create a file-based flow that works with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams or OneDrive.
- Use SharePoint and OneDrive file actions.
- Use the run monitor to review flow results.
- Identify and investigate basic flow issues.
Power Automate Explained
What is Power Automate?
What is a flow?
Types of flows explained.
Overview of Power Automate capabilities.
Power Automate connectors explained.
Flow components explained: the difference between triggers and actions.
Creating a Flow from a Template
Introduction to the flow template library.
How to select an appropriate template.
Preparing a template for use by adding the correct details.
Saving your flow.
Using the flow checker.
Testing your flow.
Modifying a Template
How to rename an action for clarity.
Removing unnecessary actions.
Adding new or replacement actions.
Creating a Flow from Scratch
Choosing the right type of flow.
Selecting the trigger for your flow.
Finding and choosing flow actions.
Understanding and using conditions.
Creating and using variables.
Introduction to loops.
Creating a Flow to Work with Files
How to create a flow that runs from a menu in SharePoint, Teams or OneDrive.
File actions in SharePoint and OneDrive.
Using the Run Monitor
Understanding and using flow run results.
Power Automate Explained
What is Power Automate?
What is a flow?
Types of flows explained.
Overview of Power Automate capabilities.
Power Automate connectors explained.
Flow components explained: the difference between triggers and actions.
Creating a Flow from a Template
Introduction to the flow template library.
How to select an appropriate template.
Preparing a template for use by adding the correct details.
Saving your flow.
Using the flow checker.
Testing your flow.
Modifying a Template
How to rename an action for clarity.
Removing unnecessary actions.
Adding new or replacement actions.
Creating a Flow from Scratch
Choosing the right type of flow.
Selecting the trigger for your flow.
Finding and choosing flow actions.
Understanding and using conditions.
Creating and using variables.
Introduction to loops.
Creating a Flow to Work with Files
How to create a flow that runs from a menu in SharePoint, Teams or OneDrive.
File actions in SharePoint and OneDrive.
Using the Run Monitor
Understanding and using flow run results.
There is no formal examination or accredited assessment included with this course.
Your knowledge and practical skills will be checked throughout the session using informal activities, exercises and trainer feedback.
There is no formal examination or accredited assessment included with this course.
Your knowledge and practical skills will be checked throughout the session using informal activities, exercises and trainer feedback.
- One day of instructor-led training delivered by a Microsoft Certified Trainer.
- A Microsoft 365 training account for use during the course.
- Practical activities and demonstrations.
- A recording of the training day if you attend a live virtual course.
- NILC course completion certificate.
- One day of instructor-led training delivered by a Microsoft Certified Trainer.
- A Microsoft 365 training account for use during the course.
- Practical activities and demonstrations.
- A recording of the training day if you attend a live virtual course.
- NILC course completion certificate.
There are no formal prerequisites for this course.
You should have:
- Basic digital skills.
- Experience using a computer and web browser.
- A general understanding of Microsoft 365 applications.
- Experience opening, saving and managing files.
- Basic familiarity with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams or OneDrive.
No previous Microsoft Power Automate or programming experience is required.
There are no formal prerequisites for this course.
You should have:
- Basic digital skills.
- Experience using a computer and web browser.
- A general understanding of Microsoft 365 applications.
- Experience opening, saving and managing files.
- Basic familiarity with SharePoint, Microsoft Teams or OneDrive.
No previous Microsoft Power Automate or programming experience is required.
Who is the Power Automate course suitable for?
This course is suitable for Microsoft 365 users who want to reduce repetitive manual work and improve everyday business processes. It is particularly relevant to administrators, team leaders, project professionals, HR teams, finance staff and employees who regularly work with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint or OneDrive. The course covers foundation and intermediate skills and does not require learners to be programmers.
Do I need previous Power Automate experience?
No previous Power Automate experience is required. Learners should have basic digital skills and be comfortable using a computer, browsing the internet and working with Microsoft 365 applications. Familiarity with Teams, SharePoint or OneDrive will be helpful because these services are used within many common automation scenarios, but advanced technical knowledge is not required.
What will I learn during the course?
Learners will develop an understanding of Power Automate, cloud flows and the different types of automation available. The course explains how to create flows from templates and from scratch, configure triggers and actions, apply conditions, use variables and loops, connect services such as OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams, send notifications, work with adaptive cards, test flows, monitor previous runs and identify problems within an automated process.
Who is the Power Automate course suitable for?
This course is suitable for Microsoft 365 users who want to reduce repetitive manual work and improve everyday business processes. It is particularly relevant to administrators, team leaders, project professionals, HR teams, finance staff and employees who regularly work with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint or OneDrive. The course covers foundation and intermediate skills and does not require learners to be programmers.
Do I need previous Power Automate experience?
No previous Power Automate experience is required. Learners should have basic digital skills and be comfortable using a computer, browsing the internet and working with Microsoft 365 applications. Familiarity with Teams, SharePoint or OneDrive will be helpful because these services are used within many common automation scenarios, but advanced technical knowledge is not required.
What will I learn during the course?
Learners will develop an understanding of Power Automate, cloud flows and the different types of automation available. The course explains how to create flows from templates and from scratch, configure triggers and actions, apply conditions, use variables and loops, connect services such as OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams, send notifications, work with adaptive cards, test flows, monitor previous runs and identify problems within an automated process.
Dates & Prices
Upcoming Courses
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Start Date: Mon 05 October 2026
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Start Date: Mon 07 December 2026
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Virtual
Our virtual courses allow you to access live instructor-led training from the same expert instructors that deliver our classroom courses, without leaving the comfort of your home or office. All virtual courses are fully interactive, and learners can communicate with their trainer and peers at any time.
Many of our virtual courses are also recorded, so you can recap over the content you learnt as many time as you wish.
Classroom
Our classroom courses allow you to learn and interact face-to-face with our expert instructors in a comfortable and modern training environment. All of our classroom based courses take place at NILC centers, or high quality training facilities, and include all required IT and physical equipment.
We also limit our class sizes to help promote better discussions and to ensure your learning experience is comfortable as possible.
Onsite
Save time and hassle by arranging for one of our expert instructors to come to you. Our onsite courses allow you to learn in a location of your choosing, and you can train as many or as few people as you want – from a single person or team to whole departments. We can also fully customize the course content to the specific requirements of your business or project.
We offer onsite courses throughout the UK and it can be a great team building opportunity for colleagues to come together, bond and discuss.
Online
Our Online Self Paced courses allow you to learn new skills from our expert instructors, in your own time and at your own pace. Our flexible online learning platform allows you to access content on your computer, tablet or mobile device, whether you’re on the move or at home. All our online courses come with immediate access and you can start learning straight away, from any internet enabled compatible device.
We also offer online email support from our expert instructors, so they’re always on hand and happy to help you with any questions which may arise.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This course is suitable for Microsoft 365 users who want to reduce repetitive manual work and improve everyday business processes. It is particularly relevant to administrators, team leaders, project professionals, HR teams, finance staff and employees who regularly work with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint or OneDrive. The course covers foundation and intermediate skills and does not require learners to be programmers.
No previous Power Automate experience is required. Learners should have basic digital skills and be comfortable using a computer, browsing the internet and working with Microsoft 365 applications. Familiarity with Teams, SharePoint or OneDrive will be helpful because these services are used within many common automation scenarios, but advanced technical knowledge is not required.
Learners will develop an understanding of Power Automate, cloud flows and the different types of automation available. The course explains how to create flows from templates and from scratch, configure triggers and actions, apply conditions, use variables and loops, connect services such as OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams, send notifications, work with adaptive cards, test flows, monitor previous runs and identify problems within an automated process.
The course introduces automated, instant and scheduled cloud flows. Learners explore how an automated flow can respond to an event, how an instant flow can be started manually and how a scheduled flow can run at a specified time or interval. The course focuses on cloud-based workflow automation rather than advanced robotic process automation using desktop flows.
Yes. Learners complete practical activities throughout the course and receive guidance from the trainer while creating and testing flows. We can also provide access to a separate Microsoft 365 training account for use during the session, so learners can practise without affecting their personal or workplace files, accounts or business processes. Please contact us to arrange this before your course.
There is no formal examination or accredited assessment included with this course. Learner understanding is evaluated through practical activities and informal knowledge checks conducted throughout the session. Everyone who completes the course receives a NILC course completion certificate. Learners seeking an accredited Microsoft qualification can contact us to discuss the available training and certification options.
Yes. This course is currently listed as accepting ReAct funding, subject to the learner satisfying the relevant eligibility requirements, funding availability and the programme’s conditions. Other Welsh Government or workforce-development funding options may be available depending on individual circumstances. Please contact us to confirm the funding options currently available.
Frequently Asked Questions
This course is suitable for Microsoft 365 users who want to reduce repetitive manual work and improve everyday business processes. It is particularly relevant to administrators, team leaders, project professionals, HR teams, finance staff and employees who regularly work with Microsoft Teams, SharePoint or OneDrive. The course covers foundation and intermediate skills and does not require learners to be programmers.
No previous Power Automate experience is required. Learners should have basic digital skills and be comfortable using a computer, browsing the internet and working with Microsoft 365 applications. Familiarity with Teams, SharePoint or OneDrive will be helpful because these services are used within many common automation scenarios, but advanced technical knowledge is not required.
Learners will develop an understanding of Power Automate, cloud flows and the different types of automation available. The course explains how to create flows from templates and from scratch, configure triggers and actions, apply conditions, use variables and loops, connect services such as OneDrive, SharePoint and Teams, send notifications, work with adaptive cards, test flows, monitor previous runs and identify problems within an automated process.
The course introduces automated, instant and scheduled cloud flows. Learners explore how an automated flow can respond to an event, how an instant flow can be started manually and how a scheduled flow can run at a specified time or interval. The course focuses on cloud-based workflow automation rather than advanced robotic process automation using desktop flows.
Yes. Learners complete practical activities throughout the course and receive guidance from the trainer while creating and testing flows. We can also provide access to a separate Microsoft 365 training account for use during the session, so learners can practise without affecting their personal or workplace files, accounts or business processes. Please contact us to arrange this before your course.
There is no formal examination or accredited assessment included with this course. Learner understanding is evaluated through practical activities and informal knowledge checks conducted throughout the session. Everyone who completes the course receives a NILC course completion certificate. Learners seeking an accredited Microsoft qualification can contact us to discuss the available training and certification options.
Yes. This course is currently listed as accepting ReAct funding, subject to the learner satisfying the relevant eligibility requirements, funding availability and the programme’s conditions. Other Welsh Government or workforce-development funding options may be available depending on individual circumstances. Please contact us to confirm the funding options currently available.
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