Web Development Course 03
WordPress Development
A hands-on course in building and managing websites with WordPress, from installation and site structure to themes, plugins, responsive design and ongoing maintenance.
Course Introduction
Learn website creation, WordPress customization, themes, plugins, responsive design, and website management.
What you will learn
- Install and configure a WordPress website
- Structure pages, menus and content clearly
- Customize themes to match a brand
- Choose and configure plugins safely
- Make sure a website works well on every screen size
- Maintain, update and secure a live website
Curriculum
Module by module.
6 modules
Course outlines show the topics covered. Schedules, fees and the training format are shared when you enquire.
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Module 01 WordPress Foundations
Main topics
- Domains and hosting in plain language
- Installing WordPress
- The dashboard and core settings
- Pages, posts and media
Practical exercise
Install WordPress and configure the core settings of a practice site.
Learning outcome
Set up a WordPress website with sensible foundations.
Skills developed
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Module 02 Site Structure and Content
Main topics
- Planning a site map
- Menus and navigation
- The block editor
- Categories, media and reusable content
Practical exercise
Plan and build the page structure for a small business website.
Learning outcome
Organise content so visitors find what they need.
Skills developed
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Module 03 Themes and Customization
Main topics
- Choosing a theme
- Customizer and site editor
- Typography, colour and layout
- Child themes and safe customization
Practical exercise
Customize a theme to match a sample brand guide.
Learning outcome
Shape the look of a website to fit a brand.
Skills developed
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Module 04 Plugins and Functionality
Main topics
- Evaluating plugins safely
- Contact forms
- SEO basics
- Performance and caching
Practical exercise
Add a contact form, SEO settings and caching to the practice site.
Learning outcome
Extend a website with the right features without slowing it down.
Skills developed
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Module 05 Responsive Design
Main topics
- Mobile-first thinking
- Testing across screen sizes
- Images and media for the web
- Common layout fixes
Practical exercise
Test the practice site on several screen sizes and fix layout issues.
Learning outcome
Deliver websites that work well on phones, tablets and desktops.
Skills developed
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Module 06 Website Management
Main topics
- Backups and restores
- Updates and compatibility
- Security basics
- Launch checklist and client handover
Practical exercise
Run a launch checklist and prepare a handover guide for a client.
Learning outcome
Keep a live website healthy, secure and up to date.
Skills developed
Practical Exercises
What you will practise
- 01Build a complete multi-page business website
- 02Customize a theme to a brand guide
- 03Configure essential plugins
- 04Run a launch and handover checklist
Skills
Skills you can develop
- WordPress Setup
- Theme Customization
- Plugin Configuration
- Responsive Design
- Website Maintenance
Who It Is For
Who should take this course
- Beginners who want to build websites
- Freelancers who want to offer WordPress services
- Business owners who want to manage their own website
- Designers who want to build what they design
Prerequisites
- Basic computer and internet skills
Training Details
Format, schedule and enrolment
Duration, schedule, fees and the training format are shared when you enquire, so you always receive current information.
Request Course DetailsQuestions
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to know how to code?
The course focuses on building with WordPress itself. If you would like to understand the code behind web pages as well, the HTML and CSS Development course is a natural companion.
Will I build a real website?
Yes. Throughout the course you build and refine a complete practice website, from installation to launch checklist.
How long is the course and how is it delivered?
Duration, schedule and training format are confirmed when you enquire, so you always receive current information. Send us a message and the MentorFold team will share the details.
Interested in WordPress Development?
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