Course Requirements

Gear Up for Your Career Quest

Our Best Words (OBW) is Israel’s training academy for Technical Writing and Marketing Communications — a place where aspiring professionals begin their career quest.

Our Foundations of Technical & Marketing Communication program is built for students ready to enter the arena of TechComm and MarCom, equipping them with the hybrid skills today’s hi-tech sector demands.

The journey includes:

  • 46 self-paced, on-demand lessons
  • Continuously updated materials to stay aligned with industry standards
  • Practical homework missions in every level
  • Ongoing guidance from expert instructors
  • Periodic 1:1 mentoring sessions with feedback and strategy tips

With OBW, you train at your own pace, from the comfort of your home, while building market-ready skills that unlock doors to exciting careers in Israel and beyond.

Player Requirements – Gear Up Before You Begin 🎮

To join the quest, every player needs the right setup:

  • 🗡️ Mother-tongue level English – your primary weapon for all missions
  • 🖥️ Reliable computer + high-speed internet – your training battle station
  • 🛡️ Up-to-date licensed software – keep your tools sharp and secure
  • ⚔️ Windows machine with Microsoft Office – required loadout for TechComm missions
  • 🎯 Active presence on Facebook and social platforms – essential for MarCom campaigns

Technical Requirements – Prove Your Readiness ⚡

Before embarking on the TechComm Foundations quest, every candidate must pass a skills check in:

  • Technology Basics
  • and/or Microsoft Word Basics

This ensures you’re equipped with the essential tools to handle the missions ahead.

Need a warm-up round?

If you’re not yet battle-ready, we provide introductory training modules at no extra cost to students who register and pay for one or more Foundations courses.

Technology Basics Quest 🕹️

(Mandatory if you don’t pass the aptitude test)

This starter mission ensures every player has the essential gear and skills to survive and thrive.

You’ll learn:

  • 🖥️ Hardware & Software Basics

Understand your computer’s core components and how software powers your work.

  • 💻 Operating System Basics (Windows)

Navigate folders, settings, shortcuts, and system tools like a pro.

  • 🛡️ Becoming Tech-Savvy

Learn to adapt quickly, troubleshoot effectively, and become a self-sufficient learner when facing new tech challenges.

This is your tutorial level — once completed, you’ll be ready to take on the advanced quests of TechComm Foundations with confidence.

Microsoft Word Basics – Tutorial Mission 📝

(Mandatory if you don’t pass the aptitude test)

This course builds the foundation for professional documentation work.

Mission Objectives:

  1. Overview & Styles Introduction

Learn the fundamentals of Word and how to wield Styles as your core ability.

  1. Styles & Templates

Master Templates to format like a pro, save time, and maintain document consistency.

OBW Course Details – Choose Your Questline 🎮

At Our Best Words, you decide how to play:

  • 🗡️ Solo Missions

Enroll in any individual Technical Writing or Marketing Communications course.

  • 🛡️ Full Campaign

Combine modules into the Foundations of Technical & Marketing Communication course and unlock a discounted rate.

Entry Screening – Your First Challenge ⚔️

Before entering the arena, every player must complete a screening challenge:

  • 📜 Submit your resume
  • ⚔️ Pass a skills test
  • 🎤 Complete an interview checkpoint

Only those who clear this entry stage are accepted — ensuring every cohort is ready to level up together.

Replay Missions – Master Every Level 🔁

On the myQuest platform, every lesson is a Level you can replay whenever you need.

  • Rewatch videos
  • Redo assignments
  • Practice until mastery

There’s no penalty for grinding — in fact, we encourage it.

Replay as often as needed to strengthen your skills and boost your confidence before advancing.

Pricing & Payment Terms 💰

To receive course details, pricing, and payment options one of our advisors will contact you to discuss:

  • Available courses
  • Pricing structures
  • Flexible payment arrangements
  • Scholarship options (for qualified students)

Government Funding & Scholarships 💎

You may qualify for government funding toward the Foundations course if you:

  • Are a recent Oleh or Olah
  • Are unemployed
  • Are over age 50

Funding applications are reviewed individually and may involve preconditions set by the funding agency.

Please contact us to arrange a conversation with our advisors about your specific eligibility.

Career Development Courses – Endgame Unlocked 🎯

As part of the Foundations campaign, you’ll unlock Career Development side quests designed to prepare you for landing well-paid roles as a communication professional.

You’ll master:

  • 📝 Crafting standout CVs, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles
  • 📂 Building a professional portfolio that showcases your work
  • 🎤 Interview, job test, and presentation techniques
  • 🛡️ Freelancer business setup and operations

These quests give you the real-world powers to secure in-house roles or build a thriving freelance career — wherever your journey takes you.

Ready to Begin Your Quest?

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