Administrative office professional

• You can start with an administrative office professional certificate, taking classes that directly apply to the associate degree in administrative office professional.
• The desktop publishing certificate is stackable toward the administrative office professional degree and the administrative office professional – management degree.
• The formatting and office skills certificate is stackable toward the administrative office professional degree.
• The Microsoft-certified applications professional certificate is stackable toward the administrative office professional degree and the administrative office professional – virtual office professional degree.

You will need a computer or laptop running the most up to date Windows or Mac OS or a Mac with Microsoft Office 365 installed. Please note that Chromebooks are not compatible with some required software and therefore cannot be used. If you are using a Mac, you may occasionally need access to a Windows PC to complete certain assignments and software.

Our programs offer a variety of face-to-face, day, evening, fully online, and hybrid (Zoom) classes.

In this program, you will develop a combination of technical and professional skills that are vital in today’s office settings. These include, but are not limited to proficiency in Microsoft Office, accurate typing and data entry, knowledge of office procedures, strong customer service, effective verbal and written communication, time management, problem-solving, basic accounting, teamwork, digital design, and professional workplace behavior.

Yes. Our programs offer two administrative assisting scholarships, and the College has many other scholarships and financial aid opportunities available.

Yes. It is possible to work full-time while enrolled in our programs; however, some of the courses will require students to attend either one night a week on campus or through Zoom.

Our programs include panel discussions with experienced administrative assistants, giving students valuable insights into the profession. Students also gain practical, hands-on experience by completing 105 hours in a real-world administrative assistant setting through the practicum course.

*The one-year certificate program does not include a practicum.

Students can obtain employment in a variety of professional settings, including healthcare, non-profit organizations, government agencies, education, human resources, private businesses, legal, and virtual remote work.

Salary ranges for administrative assistants vary depending on skills, job title, and location, but typically range from $30,000 to $61,000 annually.