Working from Home Essentials

Working from Home Essentials include a reliable internet connection, ergonomic workspace, clear daily routine, effective communication tools, task management systems, data security measures, and a healthy work-life balance to sustain productivity and wellbeing.

Working from Home Essentials

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Overview of Working from Home Essentials

Working from Home Essentials helps professionals build a strong remote work setup and master home office basics. Learn productivity tools, time management, and ergonomic workspace strategies to improve focus and achieve better work-life balance daily.

The course strengthens virtual communication and digital collaboration skills using online meeting tools and project management tools. It builds remote job skills, focus techniques, and structured workflows through modules on planning and communication systems.

Covering five modules, the program includes introduction to work from home, online meeting tools, project management, project planning, and communication tools, enhancing productivity tools, time management, and efficient remote work performance.

The course was audited and updated on: 3rd April, 2026

Learning Outcomes of Working from Home Essentials

Method Of Assessment​

Learners complete an assignment and can take a mock exam to practice and improve their understanding before the final multiple-choice exam. Tutors provide personalised feedback on the assignment. The final exam is automatically marked, and learners must achieve at least 60% to receive a CPD-certified certificate.

Certification

one education Certificate

After completing the Working from Home Essentials course assessment, you will be eligible to receive a CPD-accredited certificate worth £9 from One Education to demonstrate your achievement.

The certificate is also available as a printed hard copy delivered by post for £15.

EXAMPLE - QLS Certificate 2020 1

Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate

Learners also have the option to order a Quality Licence Scheme (QLS) Endorsed Certificate as additional proof of achievement. The QLS Endorsed Certificate can be delivered by post for £89, with an additional £10 postage charge for international students.

Endorsement

This course has been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme for its high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. Your training provider will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the Quality Licence Scheme website.

Why Study This Working from Home Essentials Course?

Studying Working from Home Essentials helps individuals develop practical skills for remote productivity, time management, and digital communication. As remote work expands, employers value professionals who can maintain efficiency and collaboration in flexible home-based environments.

Completing this course strengthens adaptability and self-discipline, enabling learners to manage workloads effectively outside traditional office settings. It also enhances confidence in using online tools, improving employability across modern, hybrid, and remote-first workplaces.

Course Duration

The Working from Home Essentials Course has a total study time of 2 weeks, 1 day. Learners can progress through the course at a flexible pace, allowing them to complete the programme in line with their personal schedule, availability, and preferred learning speed.

Requirements

The Working from Home Essentials course requirements are straightforward and accessible to all learners. Participants should have basic digital literacy, a reliable internet connection, and a willingness to adapt to remote working practices. The course is fully online and can be completed flexibly using any modern device from home.

Career Path

Frequently Asked Questions

It means doing your job remotely instead of going to a physical office.

A computer, stable internet connection, headset, and a quiet workspace.

By setting a routine, avoiding distractions, and managing time effectively.

Distractions, isolation, and difficulty separating work from personal life.

Use email, video calls, and messaging tools to stay connected with your team.

It helps complete tasks on time and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Work from Home
Introduction to Work from Home 00:22:00
Module 2: Online Meeting Tools
Online Meeting Tools Part – 1 01:05:00
Online Meeting Tools Part – 2 00:46:00
Module 3: Project Management Tools
Project Management Tools 00:41:00
Module 4: Project Planning Tools
Project Planning Tools 00:34:00
Module 5: Communication Tools
Communication Tools 00:17:00
Mock Exam
Mock Exam – Working from Home Essentials 00:20:00
Final Exam
Final Exam – Working from Home Essentials 00:20:00
Assignment
Assignment – Working from Home Essentials 2 weeks, 1 day
Order Your Certificate
Order Your Certificate QLS 00:00:00
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